4. New Construction vs Resale: Why We Chose to Build in Florida

Thinking about building a home in Florida? In this episode, I'm sharing everything we've learned throughout the process of building our new construction home from hundreds of miles away.First, a quick disclaimer: I am not a realtor, contractor, or home builder. This episode is based entirely on our personal experience relocating from Maryland to Florida and navigating the new construction process as first-time home builders.I walk through the major decisions we faced, including:Why we chose a new construction home over a resale homeHow builder incentives and interest rates factored into our decisionWhat to look for when choosing a builderHow we selected our lot and neighborhoodThe pros and cons of buying a semi-custom homeUpgrades we chose (and skipped)Questions I wish I had asked earlierMistakes and near-mistakes we made along the wayWhat I panicked about during our first walkthrough 😅I also share practical tips for anyone considering a new build, including how to evaluate floor plans, think about functionality over aesthetics, compare neighborhoods, and communicate changes to your builder before it's too late.Let's ConnectIf you're considering a move, building a home, or relocating to Florida, I'd love to hear from you.Send me a DM on Instagram @maggieslowliving and let me know what questions you have or what topics you'd like covered in a future episode.And if you're enjoying The Slow Living Era, be sure to follow the show and leave a review. It helps more listeners find the podcast and join the conversation.