To start with, the home will already be built. Many home builders these days are buying property and building homes based on different home plans that they offer. The basic idea behind this is to have a community of like properties that have a similar value, and to add certain things to the community that will help everyone feel as though they truly belong. By building the homes based only on their floor plans, costs are less because clients aren’t deciding they want something different than the norm, and thus everyone knows exactly what the house will contain once they decide to stop by for a look.

The next thing to look at are the appliances. Home builders often contract with suppliers ahead of time and that helps save money because they purchase these items in bulk. It also helps because a home builder can put together full components from one company, such as General Electric components, and get a special deal because of that as well. All of these things help on costs, which brings the cost of the homes down, and gives rooms like the kitchen a seamless, homogeneous feel.

Overall, a quick move-in home is completely finished, although some touches can be added if new home owners want to go it. For instance, a house might have hardwood floors in the living room and a home owner might want to add a rug. Those types of things are small aesthetic touches that individualize a home. However, things such as water heaters, faucets and the like are already in the home and fully integrated so that nothing should need to be changed.

$699,900 / 5 bed / 4 bath

The Sonata is a five bedroom, four bathroom, 4,522 square foot home, currently for sale and move-in ready, provided by Symphony Homes at Cordera – a new home community in Colorado Springs. The Sonata features a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, a great room that includes the kitchen, dining nook, and family room, a 20′ x 15′ covered patio, and a large master suite with a luxurious bathroom and walk-in closet. This home is priced at $699,900. For additional information, click here to contact Symphony Homes or call (719) 266-9136.

$457,950 / 4 bed / 3 bath

Sagamore Hill is a four bedroom, two full-bath, one half-bath, 2,695 square foot home, currently for sale and move-in ready, provided by Lennar at Misty Acres Estates – a new home community in Colorado Springs. Sagamore Hill features tech-structured wiring for phone, television, and Internet access, a built-in entertainment center, a three-car garage, a gas fireplace, and an upgraded kitchen with large cabinets, granite countertops, and GE appliances. This home is priced at $457,950. For more information, click here to contact Lennar or call (719) 487-3109.

$456,800 / 3 bed / 3 bath

The Aspen is a three bedroom, two full-bath, one half-bath, 2,374 square foot home, currently for sale and move-in ready, provided Saddletree Homes at Jackson Creek – a new home community in Colorado Springs. The Aspen features an impressive lot size of 7,589 square feet, nine-foot basement room equipped with bathroom and open recreational area, a formal dining room, plus a great room which includes the kitchen, dining nook, and family room. This home is priced at $456,800. To learn more, click here to contact Saddletree Homes or call (719) 494-3194.

$182,719 - 5 bed, 4 bath, 2,809 sq. ft.

Brighton is a quick delivery home in Fort Worth, Texas provided by Cheldan Homes and located within the residential community Marine Creek Ranch. The Brighton features a great room with an open kitchen plan that provides custom cabinetry and a breakfast nook. Other features include a large covered patio, a formal dining room that can be used for a study, and the master bedroom in this home is located on the ground floor. This Energy Star Certified home offers five bedrooms, four bathrooms, 2,809 square feet of living space and is priced at $182,719. For further information about this home, contact Cheldan Homes.

$319,900 - 4 bed, 4 bath, 3,708 sq. ft.

Sonya is a quick delivery home in Frisco, Texas provided by Mercedes Homes and located within the residential community Traditions of Frisco. Traditions of Frisco is about a forty minute drive from Dallas and boasts home sites that are 50 feet, 60 feet, and 70 feet in length. Traditions is in the excellent Frisco Independent School District. This home is currently the only home ready for immediate move-in located in Traditions, however homebuyers may select from several uniquely designed homes built to order. This home offers four bedrooms, four baths, 3,708 square feet and was recently reduced $50,000 to $319,900. To learn more, click here to contact Mercedes Homes.

$132,672 - 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,800 sq. ft.

Boston is a quick delivery home in Dallas, Texas provided by Ryland Homes and located within the residential community Wright Farms. This home is equipped with a great room that connects the family room, kitchen, and dining area, upgraded kitchen cabinets, and black GE appliances. The master suite is exceptionally large and features a garden tub, shower, and walk-in closet. This is the only home ready for immediate move-in; however, homes can be built to order and buyers can select from several plans. The Boston offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, 1,800 square feet of living area and is priced at $132,672. To find more information about this home, contact Ryland Homes.

$239,990 - Auburn, WA

New Homes in Auburn, Washington

The Olympic is a townhome offered by national home builder Centex Homes and located in Trial Run, a new home community in Auburn, just south of the city of Seattle. The Olympic home plan is 1,436 square feet and offers 3 bedroom, 3 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. The community of Trial Run features two community parks, trails, close proximity to public parks and recreational areas, plus shopping & dining venues, and excellent schools. This home is found at 1220 NE 51st Place and is priced at $239,990. To learn more about this home or any of the additional home plans available at Trial Run, call 1-866-581-6319.

$649,990 - Renton, WA

New Homes in Renton, Washington

Fairmont is an exceptionally designed and crafted new home provided by local builder Portrait Homes. Located at 6788 SE 2nd Street, in Renton, the Fairmont features a formal dining room, formal living room equipped with surround sound wiring, granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, plus stainless steel appliances. This home is found in Portrait Homes’ Liberty Grove, a new housing community designed to accommodate 24 new homes. The Fairmont is currently priced at $649,900. Additional information about this home or any of Portrait Homes’ available residences, contact Jackie Pruss at (206) 819-5505.

$399,365 - Redmond, WA

New Homes in Redmond, Washington

Angeles is an eco-friendly home located in Trilogy at Redmond Ridge, a new home community in Redmond, just east of Seattle, built by Shea Homes’ Trilogy Life division. This home is priced at $399,365 and offers 1,185 square feet of living area, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. The Angeles features a great room with attached kitchen and dining area which is perfect for hosting guests. Trilogy at Redmond Ridge is designed to segment the many home types available in this community. The homes in Trilogy at Redmond Ridge offer several sizes and designs for buyers to choose from. For additional information about this home or one of the many other new homes in this community, call 1-866-505-9504.

$232,125 - Meridian Homes in Loganville - 4 bed / 2.5 bath

New Homes in Loganville

This 2-story, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home is located in Deepwood Farms, a new home community built by Meridian Homes in Loganville. Located at 2312 Deep Wood Drive, this home features $30,000 in buyer incentives, a full basement, grand room with open kitchen, granite countertops with granite island, and has recently been reduced $24,920 to $232,125. For more information about this home, contact Meridian Homes.

$299,900 - Touchstone Homes in Douglasville - 4 bed / 3 bath

New Homes in Douglasville

This is the McKenzie home plan built by Touchstone homes and located in the new home community Tributary in Douglasville. This 2-story home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and an optional fifth bedroom. Features of the McKenzie include a third floor bonus room, basement, master suite equipped with bath area and large walk-in closet, tiled backsplash in the kitchen, and a welcoming front porch. Located on lot 002R this home can be purchased for $299,900. Contact Touchstone Homes for more details.

$424,900 - Traton Homes in Smyrna - 5 bed / 3 bath

New Homes in Smyrna

Built by Traton Homes, this house is located at lot 11 in the Smyrna new home community Barnes Mills. There are only six homes left in Barnes Mills and this being one of them. This home provides 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, and a basement. Features of the home include Craftsman-style stone and cedar shake, a large and open front porch, side entry garages, hardwood flooring throughout, a formal living area and dining area. This corner lot home is currently available for $424,900. Contact Traton Homes to learn more.

Arvada, Colorado New Home - $321,894

Arvada is located just northwest of Denver and offers several new home communities for buyers to choose from. This home, the Magnificent Villandry, is located in Century Communities’ townhome community HomeTown. Offering 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 1,779 square feet of living space, the Magnificent Villandry is an award-winning 2 story house. This home features a covered patio, a great-room with fireplace, a gourmet kitchen with island overlooking the dining area, and vaulted ceiling in the master bedroom. This home is currently priced at $321,894.

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Aurora, Colorado New Home - $529,990

Located in Aurora is Ryland Homes’ new golf community Blackstone Country Club. This home is found on lot 0411 and offers 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a 3-car garage, and 3,543 square feet of livable space. New homes located in Blackstone Country Club can be found built alongside the golf course, and the community boasts its ability to provide the country club lifestyle without having to pay the country club prices. Conveniently located near to shopping centers, diners, and the new Southlands Mall, this location is ideal for first-time homebuyers. This home is listed at $529,990.

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Commerce City, Colorado New Home $299,995

Fronterra Village is a new home community provided by Richmond American in Commerce City. This home, the Orion, is a single-family homes offering 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a 3-car garage and 2,750 square feet of living area. This home features a large living area, a formal dining room, a built-in entertainment center and fireplace is the family room, and a den with French doors. There are multiple new homes available in Fronterra Village. This home is 2 story and is priced at $299,995.

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Home builders understand that it is more than just the incentives that sell a new home. It also takes what most call curb appeal. Curb appeal in leman’s terms is who great a home looks standing from the outside of the home. Such as when you meet a woman, it is the attraction from the outside that gets you together and then it is the beauty inside that keeps you together.

First impressions are everything and when talking about a home there is nothing that makes a great first impression than that home with curb appeal. When you get the outside of your home looking great you will get those serious buyers who want to buy your home. I have put together a list of things that home builders do to sell their quick move-in homes.

One of the first things you are going to want to do is look at your mailbox. Small changes such as purchasing a mailbox can really make a big difference. Removing brush or trimming bushes that block the view of your house.

Southern California Quick Move-in Homes

You can also keep your yard looking nice by regularly mowing the lawn and trimming shrubs and trees. Painting the exterior of your home using good quality paint can be done professionally for about $1,000.

Cleaning your windows thoroughly is something that I recommend to everyone. Seems simple but there is nothing more appealing than having your front windows sparkle in the light.

Also take a look at the trim around the windows and see if there needs to be some touch up paint added. Please make sure that the outside of your home is well light. If a new family is looking at the house you are going to want to have the neighborhood with substantial light at night for the kids. It provides a sense of security.

See more:

http://homebuying.about.com/cs/sellerarticles/a/curb_appeal.htm

http://www.hgtv.com/curb-appeal/show/index.html

http://los-angeles-real-estate-blog.com/2009/01/20/top-10-curb-appeal-tips.aspx

With multiple new home communities in the Southern California area with quick delivery homes currently available, Emmerson Ranch, Concord Estates, and Meadowbrook are our picks of the week.

Emmerson Ranch is located in Hemet and currently offers three homes that are fully finished and ready for purchase. The Robin is a home plan that provides 3,319 square feet of livable space with five bedrooms, four bathrooms, two-stories, and a three-car garage starting in the mid-300s. Also available is a 2,850 square foot home, known as the Meadowlark, which is a four bedroom, two-and-a-half bath, two-car garage starting in the mid-$200s. For more information, call (951) 696-1111.

At Meadowbrook, a Victorville new home community, two move-in ready homes can currently be purchased immediately. The homes are the Meridian home plan and offer the resident 2,703 square feet of livable space, four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a three-car garage for only $213,070. To learn more, call (951) 652-1393.

Concord Estates is currently offering three homes ready for immediate occupancy. This new home community is located in Murrieta. The Bordeaux home plan can viewed today and offers five bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a three-car garage, and 3,628 square feet of livable space for only $356,982. Another five bedroom plan – the Syrah, can also be viewed, and offers four baths, a three-car garage, and 3,559 square feet starting in the mid-$300s. To schedule an appointment, call (760) 956-6166.