When it comes to purchasing a home in greater Cleveland, there are several questions home buyers must ask themselves before making the final decision. With Cleveland as well as the surrounding neighborhood's experiencing a vibrant revitalization, now if an excellent time to buy. One big question is; to buy a new build, existing home, or a fixer upper? In this blog post, we look at the benefits of purchasing a new construction home. Next week's blog post will feature the benefits of purchasing a fixer upper home.

Less projects! Which in turn means more free time and more time to visit the West Side Market, hike the Cleveland Metroparks, explore the Cleveland Cultural Gardens and Greenhouse, and to try Cleveland's unique restaurant scene. With new build homes, you don't have to worry about removing that vintage green wallpaper in your guest room or ripping up the shag carpeting that was installed when the home was built. Instead, weekends will be about completing your next Cleveland adventure!

Customization. With most new build homes, there is a certain amount of customization that allows home buyers to suit the house to their needs and tastes. For example, home buyers of new construction might get to choose the flooring, cabinetry, lighting fixtures, layout, and more while the home is being constructed. Ask your Progressive Urban agent about the level of customization available for different developments.

More likely to be more energy efficient. When new construction homes are being built, they are often made with more energy efficient details such as windows and heating/cooling units. Older homes that have yet to be renovated are not likely to have these updated, costly features. Additionally, new construction, energy efficient homes that meet the Cleveland Green Building Standards may qualify for a 15-year tax abatement. Read below to learn more about Cleveland's tax incentives!

Tax Incentives. As mentioned, the city of Cleveland offers a 15-year tax abatement for new construction as long as the property meets the Cleveland Green Building Standard. Tax abatement is the reduction of taxes approved by the city to encourage economic development. Want to know more about the city's tax incentives? Ask your Progressive Urban Real Estate agent for more details.

More able to have smart technology. More and more homes these days are constructed with smart technology in mind. Think smart panel lighting, blinds, thermostats, appliances, the list goes on. Many of these features are offered as upgrades for home buyers during the construction process.

Which brings us to - cleanliness. Since new construction homes are exactly that; new, they are clean! There are no messes from the previous owner to clean up or soot buildup in the kitchen from years of cooking. We've all seen those grease stains next to the stovetop that are impossible to remove!

Likely to have less maintenance costs. With all of the mechanical systems, windows, walls, and roof being new, there will be less maintenance in the first years of a new home versus an existing home.

After reading the benefits of buying a new construction home in the Cleveland area, are you still thinking to yourself that you are more of a fixer upper type of home buyer? Lover of projects? Interested in character and unique architectural features? Check back next week for our blog post on the benefits of purchasing a fixer upper home.