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Originally Posted by jeffc1965
Good evening everyone. We are waiting for certain lots in Lake Denham to be released by the developer in hopes of grabbing one to build our retirement home. Since we started exploring TV as a retirement location about a year ago, many changes have been made to the design/build process that significantly restricts the options available. Although we were disappointed that the "Build Your Dream Home" had migrated to "Personalize Your Dream Home", we were still looking forward to joining the community. Recently I have read/heard that the selections of finishes have been greatly reduced, so I am becoming a little hesitant to pay a premium price for a home in TV that may not be exactly what we want. With that said, I have a few questions about the home design/build If folks who have recently undertaken the process would be so kind to answer.
Do you feel the form and finish options were satisfactory?
How many pool options as part of the build were available?
Are bird cage options offered by the builder?
How flexible is the home placement on the lot?
Are the costs for the options itemized such that trade-offs are easily understood?
Are the costs locked once the contract is signed?
Thanks for any insights. I hope to see everyone in the Fall.
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I have spoken to people who have just finished the process and were very disappointed in it. That said, they both purchased their home regardless. One had to change their model to meet their desires because the after construction changes would be less on the second choice vs the first to make them happen. I think you need to ensure your expectations are correct, like you are doing.
Presume you are getting a spec home with a couple of options like a stretch and minor upgrades. Similar to most builders. I believe the option categories have been publicized or your realtor can help you. Know the categories in advance.
Do not anticipate a wonderful time exploring the Design Center, it was built for the custom market that ended last summer. A friend of mine said she felt like it was “no” to everything, but she was expecting more possibilities from her experience. She wanted to know the pricing for work after construction and was told after her “design” experience they would introduce her to the contractors who can help. She couldn’t lock down price estimates that way. So ask around and you can have folk to talk to if you need to crunch your numbers.
Others can chime in, but I learned there are two pool options only. Only GE appliances are offered. No fireplace options. The developer can mandate a stretch in the middle of the home if it optimizes the lot and then you are responsible for the cost.