Touring homes is one of the most popular parts of buying a home. For homebuyers in the Chicagoland area, deciding between a resale home versus new construction, it pays to take some time to tour a builder\u2019s model homes. Model homes showcase the best of what a builder can do. That\u2019s why smart homebuyers take some time to prepare before traipsing through a model home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Instead of showing up to a model home cold, preparing a viewing strategy will help you get the most out of your model home tour. Here are a few of our best tips so you can get ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before you show up for your tour, check out the builder\u2019s website to familiarize yourself with the available floorplans, community, features, and options. Some builders create model homes for their most popular layouts but have other options available for that community. Its good to know what options are available for each plan so you don\u2019t rule out a home that can easily be customized to fit your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s easy to confuse details when you\u2019re touring several homes throughout the day. Give yourself an assist by taking notes of each home. Document how you liked about each home, what you didn\u2019t like, and any concerns or questions you have. If you\u2019re able, you should take pictures of specific features you like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our sales associates are available to answer any question you have about our homes, communities, features, and us. As you walk through a home or take a guided tour, we encourage you to ask any question that comes to mind. They are one of the best resources for you so you can make the right decision for you and your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most model homes are filled with a mix of standard and upgraded features to give buyers an idea of what\u2019s possible for their homes. Before you fall in love with a particular feature, find out if it\u2019s standard or if you\u2019ll need to spring for an upgrade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019re not only buying a home; you\u2019re also buying a neighborhood. Either before or after your tour, drive through the community to get a feel for the area. Evaluate its location and proximity to schools, parks, stores, and the highway for commuting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As you tour each model, consider if the home fits how your family lives. You may prefer an open great room so you can easily entertain family and friends or keep an eye on younger children as they play in the family room. Maybe you want a separate recreation space for the kids so you\u2019ll be on the lookout for a loft area or a home with a finished basement option. Think about whether there\u2019s enough bathrooms and the bedroom layout work as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Model homes are impeccably decorated to give you an idea of how you can use each space. Picture how your furniture will look in the space and how you can arrange them. Will your couch fit? Does the bedroom have enough space for your king-sized bed? If measurements are super important, bring along a tape measure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Don\u2019t forget to have fun! Touring model homes and envisioning your future is an exciting moment. You should enjoy the journey to finding your dream home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Model home tours are an essential part of the homebuying process. They help you find the right home for your family\u2019s lifestyle and preferences. You\u2019ll feel more prepared for your next mode home tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lexington Homes has been building exceptional new homes in desirable locations throughout Chicagoland for over 40 years. Contact us<\/a> to set up a time to walk through our model homes at Lexington Trace<\/a> and Parkside of Glenview<\/a>. We\u2019re open and ready to welcome you in person or virtually. Visit us at LexingtonChicago.com<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Touring homes is one of the most popular parts of…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1497,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[116,117],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lexingtonchicago.com\/about\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1496"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lexingtonchicago.com\/about\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lexingtonchicago.com\/about\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lexingtonchicago.com\/about\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lexingtonchicago.com\/about\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1496"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.lexingtonchicago.com\/about\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1496\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1498,"href":"https:\/\/www.lexingtonchicago.com\/about\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1496\/revisions\/1498"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lexingtonchicago.com\/about\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1497"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lexingtonchicago.com\/about\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1496"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lexingtonchicago.com\/about\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1496"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lexingtonchicago.com\/about\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1496"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}