Single and looking for a home to buy in North or South Carolina? True Homes offers a wide variety of homes and floor plans to choose from.

In today’s world, singles are fast climbing the charts in percentage of first-time home buyers. No longer just a family purchase, singles make up for nearly 30 percent of home buyers in today’s market. So, if you are single and wanting to buy that first house, have no fear, there are plenty out there for you, and plenty of financing options to boot.

At True Homes, we pride ourselves on offering a range of new homes for single home buyers. With prices starting in the mid 100’s, single folks can easily find something well within their home buying budget. With over 60 locations on Charlotte and new homes popping up in Charleston, True Homes is a leading home builder of the south offering spacious designer floor plans that appeal to all personalities and lifestyles.

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Quick Move-in Homes

If expedient occupancy is what you are after, True Homes also offers a large selection of homes that are ready for immediate or near future move-in. Quick move-in homes are available throughout Charlotte and Charleston and also come with a variety of spacious designer floor plans to choose from.

Green Homes

If green is your thing and an energy-efficient home is what you are after, True Homes has the place for you. All True Homes are green homes that are independently tested and certified for energy efficiency, making them 40 percent more energy efficient than a typical existing home.
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Four Different Home Collections

True Homes is committed to leaving no one out when it comes to finding the home of their dreams. That is why we offer four different home collections - from sassy townhomes to elegant luxury homes - so you can find what fits your personality, lifestyle and budget. Our unique combination of True Space and True Style ensures you get the most house for your money – and one that fits your own personal taste and style.

So, single and looking for a great home? Visit True Homes today to find yours!

True Homes is the largest home builder in Charlotte, North Carolina, with a new market in Charleston, South Carolina. For more information on building your True dream home, visit www.truehomesusa.com or contact us at 704.271.1191.

Choosing a neighborhood to live in is just as important as choosing the right house.

So, you finally picked the perfect home to live in and it’s everything you dreamed of and more. But what about the neighborhood? Do you know who will be living next to you?

When it comes to buying a home, neighborhood counts. Alot. One of the biggest mistakes home buyers make is failing to thoroughly investigate the area they will be living in. More people have had their dream homes turn to nightmares simply because they failed to conduct due diligence on the community they chose to call home.

Even when dealing with a real estate agent, it’s important for home buyers to remember that agents are prohibited by law to disclose or reveal any information that may be deemed biased or prejudiced. So, if you are a family with kids, living in party-central is most likely not going to be for you. As a new home buyer, it is entirely up to you as the potential new home owner to investigate the community you are considering calling home. Here are a few ways you can research your neighborhood to be sure you are picking the right one.

Drive Bys

Driving through a neighborhood is one of the best ways to get an idea of what goes on there. Driving around during the day is fine; however, nighttime or early evening is often best as that is when people are home. When driving around take note of what you see and hear. Is it quiet, or noisy? Are there cars on lawns and people hanging out on the streets? Is the place clean and litter free, or is there trash on the streets and sidewalks? What is the landscaping like at other homes in the area? Are the lawns well-kept, or overgrown, dry and full of weeds? What do the other homes look like? Are they worn down, or well-maintained? All of these things will give you a good idea of who your neighbors are as well as the living habits they practice.

Demographics

Demographics are important to know for any neighborhood you are considering living in. A great place to start is online research for the city you are planning on moving into. Most city sites have a full breakdown of the area’s demographics. Questions to consider are who lives there and what do they do? What are the professions and average income levels of those in the area? What is the percentage of home buyers versus renters? Another great source of information is the local police department. Whether online or by phone law enforcement officials can lend great insight into a community, especially when it comes to crime statistics.

Commutes

No one wants to spend long hours driving to and from work or school. Consider where you are located in proximity to where you will be spending the majority of your time during the week. If long hauls are not for you, then choosing a neighborhood that is more conveniently located will be critically important.

Schools

One sign of a great neighborhood is a well-maintained school. Distance is also another factor to consider as kids participate in after school programs, sports and other events that require time on campus. Also, the rating of the school itself is vital, as well as is safety. Be sure to investigate areas and the schools that cater to them.

Property Values and Taxes

Knowing current property values and how much they have changed over the last several years is very important when considering the future worth of your own home. Also learning of any future developments can be beneficial as they will bring changes to the area as far as traffic and taxes are concerned. Another good thing to inquire of is property taxes and how they have increased over the last few years. This gives you a great idea of increases you can expect.

Proximity

Everyone needs to get out every now and then and when they do, they like to have their amenities close to home. Parks, theaters, restaurants and grocery stores in close proximity lends to a more leisurely and carefree life and far less time-consuming days off.

Remember, you are investing in the neighborhood as much as you are the home itself, so be sure to do whatever is necessary to make your investment count!

True Homes is the largest home builder in Charlotte, North Carolina, with a new market in Charleston, South Carolina. For more information on building your True dream home, visit www.truehomesusa.com or contact us at 704.271.1191.

Your dream home should be a house that fits within the budget and needs of your lifestyle, whether single, couple or family. A home that meets those requirements is a perfect home indeed and one well worth shopping around for.

Think It Through 

When planning that new home purchase the first thing on your list should be to execute a well-thought out assessment of what your budget allowance and lifestyle needs will be. Buying more house than you can afford or one that fails to suit your needs are two of the most detrimental moves home buyers often make. Consider this stage to be the foundational keys to picking that perfect home; one that will provide you and your family with years of joy and comfort.

One simple way of starting this process is to make a wish list. Divide the list into two columns with one titled “Must Have’s” and the other titled “Would Like to Have’s. Obviously, you are shooting for both but the must-haves should take precedence. Space, amount of bedrooms and bathrooms, fireplaces, fenced in yards, urban or rural are just a few examples of things that may find their way onto that list. When developing the wish list don’t only consider the present needs, but future needs, as well. You don’t want to outgrow the house before your time.

Floor Plans

The layout of your home is probably one of the most significant choices you will ever make concerning your home. The placement of the rooms and how they flow will largely depend on your lifestyle. Take into thought your family’s size and ages when determining floor plan options. One way to do this is to consider your current floor plan and what you would do to change it. Other criteria for selecting a floor plan are accessibility, indoor and outdoor entertainment styles and garage space. View True Homes’ Designer Floor Plans 

Neighborhood

Everyone knows in real estate that location counts. Not only in regards to city, but also neighborhood. Several factors play into choosing a great neighborhood such as daily lifestyle, schools, amenities and preference of an urban, suburban or rural community. It’s a good idea to thoroughly research any neighborhood you are considering moving into. Crime statistics and demographics are two key sources of information that will lend great insight into the type of neighborhood you will be investing in.

Shop Around 

Like most of us, it’s tempting to jump at the first house we come across that seems to be everything we ever wanted. However, impulse buying without shopping around is highly discouraged, especially when dealing with such a big ticket item as a home. Experts warn of hasty moves and suggest viewing not just two or three houses, but several homes that may qualify as your perfect home. Being a buyer’s market with inventory as plentiful as it is, there most likely will be many homes that suit your needs and desires. Also, when you shop around you can rest assured that you did due diligence in looking into every possibility out there. That way, when you finally do decide on a house to buy, you will be confident you made the right choice. 

Home Inspection 

There is nothing like buying your perfect home only to find out it’s not so perfect after all. Looks can be deceiving and a good home inspection will prevent you from purchasing that beautiful ranch home that has major problems your eyes cannot see. 

Home inspections will check the safety of your home, as well as structural, construction and electrical issues. Make sure your purchase contract has a clause that states the sale of the home is contingent upon your approval and always be present during the inspection. It’s also a good idea to select your own home inspection service and not use the one offered by the seller or the seller’s agent. 

Picking the perfect home does not have to be a tedious process, but it does require due diligence. Those who are willing to take the time and put in the effort to cover all of their bases will end up with the perfect home, indeed.

True Homes is the largest home builder in Charlotte, North Carolina, with a new market in Charleston, South Carolina. For more information on building your True dream home, visit www.truehomesusa.com or contact us at 704.271.1191.

It’s no family secret that finding time for loved ones can be challenging. With hectic schedules and both spouses often working 9-5’s, much needed family time can often take a back seat. Here are a few ways for finding time for one another.

Quality vs. Quantity

When it comes to time spent, it’s often said that quality trumps quantity. For busy families, time is precious and the duration of the event may not be as important as the quality itself. For families with kids, it is especially important that time is used wisely to invest in the lives of the children. Recreational events that offer opportunities to converse with kids about school, friends and activities will lead to security and stability for kids that will stick with them, especially when time spent is often minimal.

Set a Date

Another great way to guarantee family time is to schedule a time and day when the event will take place. Movie or pizza nights, hikes, camp outs, bicycle rides or Sunday breakfasts, whatever it is that appeals to your clan, pick a day and time and make it a regular family event where everyone participates.

Surprise Connect

With today’s endless ways of communicating, breaks are a great way to take a moment and shoot an email, text or call the ones you love just to say hey. This is a great way to remind family members that you are thinking of them; even in the middle of a busy day. It may only be a few moments and a few words, but when times are crazy, those precious moments can speak volumes.

Dinner’s Ready !

No doubt, food brings people together. Across cultures and throughout time, families, friends and loved that have supped together formed strong bonds and relationships with one another. There is just something about food that does that. It doesn’t just have to be dinner that brings the gang together. Time permissive, it could be a weekday breakfast or weekend brunch or lunch. Whatever time allows and the palette calls for, make it a time for all of the family to come together and enjoy great food and each other!

True Homes is the largest home builder in Charlotte, North Carolina, with a new market in Charleston, South Carolina. For more information on building your True dream home, visit www.truehomesusa.com or contact us at 704.271.1191.