Wednesday, April 12, 2006

Prestige of Ownership

As a realtor, I am constantly amazed at why people choose the homes they choose. Many homebuyers, especially first time buyers seem to believe that they must own a newly built house. The status symbol of a new house in a new development is often a driving factor.

Fortunately as awareness increases and the reality of living in a too large house with no space around it begins to set in more people are looking at older homes in established areas. Many of them are realizing that an existing home is a much better situation and with minor remodeling will more than meet their needs at a much lower price. Green building awareness is encouraging people to buy these homes and remodel them responsibly. Many are realizing that the health benefits of avoiding off gassing from new materials are significant.

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