Ep. 84 - Is Buying New Construction Worth It in 2026? 3 Benefits to Consider

<p>Thinking about building a new home but worried about rising prices, material costs, or whether the process is actually worth it?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of The Brandy Lydon Podcast, I&#39;m breaking down three major advantages of buying <strong>semi-custom new construction</strong> and walking you through what the process actually looks like, from choosing your lot and floor plan to finally getting the keys.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>We&#39;ll talk about:</p><p>- How locking in your purchase price can give you more certainty during the building process</p><p>- Why buying everything brand new can mean fewer major maintenance concerns</p><p>- The difference between a spec home and semi-custom construction, and how much say you can have in the details</p><p>- What to expect during an eight-month building process</p><p>- The design selections, electrical walkthrough, punch list, and final walkthrough before closing</p><p><br></p><p>New construction isn&#39;t necessarily the right move for everyone. But when you understand the process and know what to expect, it might be a great option for your next home!</p><p><br></p><p>If you&#39;re considering buying or building and want help figuring out what makes the most sense for your goals and budget, get my guide to getting started:</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://tools.brandylydon.com/buyers-guide" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://tools.brandylydon.com/buyers-guide</a></p><p><br></p><p>Want to see what new construction homes are available in Knoxville? Browse current listings with special access to a tool to see what’s on market in realtime:</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://brandylydon.com/lydon-properties/buying/#mls" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://brandylydon.com/lydon-properties/buying/#mls</a></p><p><br></p><p>And if you&#39;re ready to talk through your real estate goals one-on-one, head to the link below to schedule a consultation. I&#39;d love to help you explore your options!</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://brandylydon.com/lydon-properties/buying/book-buyers-consult/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://brandylydon.com/lydon-properties/buying/book-buyers-consult/</a></p><p><br></p><p>I also share some firsthand insight from my work with Ben Tessman Construction, a semi-custom home builder, throughout this episode. We work very closely together through Volunteer Realty and I’m happy to answer any questions about the process in a consult.</p><p>