Moving into a brand new house — maybe even one that you can customize to your liking — may sound like an ideal homebuying experience. Repairs and maintenance needs are likely minimal, and you will not have to deal with the wear and tear from previous owners, or their design choices.

But purchasing a new build can also bring headaches of its own, though different ones than you may find when buying an existing home. Before signing on to buy a home still under construction, it is important to weigh the drawbacks against the advantages to ensure it is the right move for you, both literally and figuratively speaking.

What are the upsides of buying a newly constructed home?

Arguably, the biggest benefit of a new build is the fact that it is new. Unlike with an existing home, "you will be

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