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Originally Posted by Lolabird
Hello everyone,
My name is Lora. My husband Mark and I are headed to your beautiful community in February for the first time. We have been excited about our home buying / building process, and are planning on getting started when we arrive.
We have never built a home before, and I would appreciate any suggestions from those who know so much more than we do.
We have chosen a model (Anhinga), and will most likely choose a site near Waters Edge.
I would appreciate any suggestions as to what I should ask when we meet with the staff.
Such as:
1) types of finishes (flooring, cabinetry, countertops, roof, etc.)
2) insulation
3) gas vs electric
4) making changes or additions to the model - remove a wall, put washer / dryer in garage'
additional outlets
5) what does it mean exactly to "stretch" a floorplan?
6) location of lot to choose - noise level (I hear many people comment on this)
7) What does it mean when a floorplan has a C or F after its name?
Building vs. purchasing an existing home in other areas of the Villages.
Thank you all so much for your time and expertise. I have been perusing the forums, and you are all such a wealth of information. I look forward to your guidance!
Lora from RI
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1. Yes choose what you prefer up grade counters and floors (we have all tile,) all 3 bathrooms are showers only no tubs.
2. No choice
3. Which ever you prefer (we save about half with gas opposed to all electric)
4. No moving of interior walls, no moving of appliances or adding outlets
5. Stretch is only available if your lot allows usually front and rear
6. We live 4 streets from turnpike, inside home and in our lanai and pool no idea there is a TP..I prefer turnpike than neighbors loud music
7. C for us was 10’ ceilings 8’doors
8. What is your budget? Will you have $$$ to Reno older home, replace roof, hvac, floors, sprinkler system, appliances? Insurance on new premiums can be 50% less than a preowned. New home warranty everything is new. Neighborhood bond is strong because everyone is just moving in. Younger people, unless you prefer live with your parents age group.
Think intelligently…how many time do you grocery shop, or like us have it delivered because I have better things to do with my time and don’t need to touch every bag of frozen peas. How often do you see doctors? How much do you eat out, because restaurants outside the bubble are far better. Once Middleton and Eastport are open you will be with in minutes of the newest, updated area to dine, shop, and enjoy life.