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Warranty

  • Since everything is new you do not need to spend any money on replacing/fixing anything
  • Your home plus appliances, windows, HVAC unit, and more come with warranties, so you do not need to spend any money on repairs

Warranty

  • The equipment that comes with a resale home may be close to needing to be replaced which is expensive:
    • Flooring: could be up to $10,000 depending on what flooring you choose and how much you are replacing
    • Kitchen remodel: $20,000 - $40,000
  • Home may have maintenance, foundation or cosmetic problems that you don’t initially notice

Value

  • Resale value of new homes is typically higher than used and can offer peace of mind regarding your investment

Value

  • As used homes age, they become more outdated and less desirable for resale

Energy Savings

  • New HVAC and appliances use less energy, Low E3 windows insulate your home properly.
  • Walls, roof, and floors are properly insulated which means you use less energy on heating and cooling your home
  • All of this means lower utility bills and less electricity use

Energy Savings

  • Adding double paned windows, new HVAC and appliances will improve the energy efficiency in an older home, but it is very costly
  • You may not be able to do some of the things that you want because the design of the home prevents you from doing so
  • Often built to lower energy efficient standards

Layout

  • Choices and personalization options to choose the perfect floor plan that fits your family’s needs. Open kitchen and living room concepts that are perfect for entertaining and enjoying time with family and friends
  • The most current and contemporary finishes and options. Brand new appliances

Layout

  • Old floor plans that you cannot personalize. Changing the layout by knocking down or adding walls is expensive and can be limited as some walls may be load-bearing
  • Outdated plans, smaller closets, dated finishes, old appliances

Move-in Ready

  • We offer Move-in Ready Homes which means you can move in quickly and do not have to wait on the homeowner to move out. You move in on your time frame

  • If you chose a to-be-built home, your sales and construction team will keep you updated on timeframes and can even assist you in selling your previous home

Move-in Ready

  • Your move in-time in based on the seller and can change if the seller changes their mind

Personalization

  • You get to decide on your own cabinets, counter tops, paint colors, flooring, fixtures, and more
  • Floor plan options give you layout choices, so you can choose number of bedrooms and bathrooms, size of your patio, whether to add a fireplace or study and so much more

Personalization

  • Why should you settle on someone else’s choices when you can create your home that reflects your style?
  • If you don’t find the layout that works best for you, adding rooms and extras involves messy construction and costs quickly add up

Financing

  • We offer financing options and expert advice. We can assist you through every step of the way and answer questions regarding down payment, loan fees, interest rates, or closing costs

Financing

  • When buying a used home, you need to find your own financing or lender

Community Amenities

  • Most of our communities offer one of the following:
    • Community centers
    • Pools/Splash Pads
    • Clubhouses
    • Hiking and biking trails

Community Amenities

  • Older homes typically have limited amenities and those amenities can be dated

The differences between a new Gehan Home and a typical used house are clear!

Even more amazing are the monthly savings you will get from our Energy Smart Homes, that you won't get with a used house.

Why Choose Between Performance & Affordability
Why Not Both?
AND save an extra $1,000 a year or more!

 

The extra money you will save on energy costs with a new Gehan Home can be put toward many other uses. Calculate your savings now. In fact, the money you'll save on energy can help you personalize your home, just the way you want.

Dream Homes Do Come True!

Our experienced design consultants will assist you in building a home that reflects your sense of individuality and fits your family's lifestyle. What style are you? At the end of every day, you can rest assured that your home is uniquely you, of the highest quality and exceptional design.

 

A 25-Year Reputation for Building the Highest Quality Homes

 

Gehan Homes strives to build the highest quality homes and help homebuyers achieve the dream of home ownership. With new home communities in Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Phoenix, it's easy to see why homebuyers choose a new home from Gehan Homes rather than a typical used house.

New Homes Win!

The difference between a Gehan new home and a used house is clear. Now, let us help you find your new home in the right community.

"Hello, we just had to write a note about how happy we are with our new Gehan home. From the initial sale, to sales support and particularly the project manager, we are very pleased with all aspects of the outcome. The layout, features, efficiency, materials and workmanship have exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Gehan Homes to all of our friends."
- Review from Kim and Dean

Now, Let's Find Your New Home!