[nanci2539]

So what you're saying Caveman is even with a resale, the seller is going to incorporate those fees that he already paid into the selling price of the home. At least I would if it were me.

We are struggling with new vs resale. I've owned three homes and all were built to my specifications. I want brand new but I keep going back and forth because of those up front fees. And the 20% non refundable deposit scares me too - it's just too much money to give up front and not have it refunded if something should happen to prevent you from moving. I know it's a distant possibility but I'm not a risk taker. Even though my husband is fine with this (he's in sales) and just chalks it up to how they do business there; I have too many reservations.