Category: New Homes Delaware

  • Top 4 Most Overlooked Things When Buying a Home

    Buying a home is the largest investment most people will ever make, and so it stands to reason that most home buyers focus primarily on the purchase price. They also like to imagine how their furnishings will fit into the home and how the house suits their current lifestyle. These are all huge considerations, but […]

  • Home Buying Checklist for First-Time Buyers

    For first-time home buyers, the process can seem a little overwhelming. That’s why we’ve developed a comprehensive checklist to guide you every step of the way. Assess your finances Buying a home is likely the most expensive purchase you will ever make. It makes sense that a thorough assessment of your finances is a logical […]

  • 3 Signs It’s Time for You to Move

    Ever wonder if you’ve become so used to your current home that you’re missing the glaring signs that it’s time for an upgrade? Making a list of specific reasons to move – such as wanting more space or being closer to work – can help you focus your search for new homes in Delaware that […]

  • 4 Things Homebuyers Should Look for in a Lender

    When you’re in the market for a new home, much of your time is spent thinking about the ideal location, the square footage, or even your decorating options. Choosing the right home loan partner, however, is equally as important. That’s one reason why so many homebuyers in Delaware choose to work with Montchanin Builders—we’ve partnered […]

  • Tips to Boost Your Credit Score Before Buying a Home

    If you’re considering buying a home, then it’s only natural to think about your credit score. As you look at move-in ready homes in Delaware, keep in mind that having a less-than-perfect credit score doesn’t mean that you will not qualify for a mortgage. However, there are also some steps that you can take to […]

  • Where to Go for Advice When You’re Buying Your First Home

    Buying your first home can be as nerve-wracking as it is exciting. With so many different options to sort through, making a decision can feel like an overwhelming task. Fortunately, there are many useful resources available to assist you. If you are a first-time home buyer in Wilmington, Delaware, then the team at Montchanin Builders […]

  • 2020 Homebuyer Preferences Post-COVID

    Though the coronavirus pandemic has created uncertainty in so many areas of our lives, homebuyers have remained optimistic and active, and the real estate market has become increasingly robust in recent months. In this new era of remote working, schooling-from-home, historically low mortgage rates, and no clear answers as to when the COVID-19 pandemic will […]

  • Top 5 Reasons People are Moving in 2020

    It’s safe to say that 2020 has shaken up the norm for just about everyone. A lot of people’s priorities have shifted due to mandated home quarantines, social distancing, and other lifestyle changes, and for many, the time now seems right to move to a new home. For some buyers, this decision is spurred by […]

  • Moving In? 5 Steps to Help You Feel Quickly at Home

    Buying a new house can be tremendously exciting, but on your first day in the new place, the bare walls, empty spaces, and monotonous stacks of boxes can make it feel impersonal and daunting – not like “home” at all! Before you start questioning your decision to move, remember that there are many things you […]

  • Why Walkable Communities Are Attracting Homebuyers During COVID-19

    The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many aspects of daily life, including how we conduct business, how we obtain goods and services, and even where we choose to live. There has been a surge of interest in walkable communities set in suburban locations as home buyers seek to escape urban centers characterized by high population density. […]