Many baby boomers want the elevated lifestyle in retirement that comes with living in a new construction home. According to a survey by Better Homes and Gardens cited by thestreet.com, 70 percent of baby boomers in their 50s and 60s believe their retirement home will be the best home they’ve ever had. When it comes to buying real estate in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky areas, there are several advantages to new construction. Experienced craftsmen with a Cincinnati home builder can create a custom-designed home featuring greater energy efficiency, modern finishes and fixtures as well as the architectural style you love. An article by U.S. News & World Report outlines several advantages of buying newly built properties. Most baby boomers feel relieved when they walk away from foreclosures or short sales to pursue a new home instead.

• Customized space

Personalizing your space is paramount for retirees. You can include aging-in-place features such as non-slip flooring or easy-to-grab levers on doors instead of knobs. Also, you can choose brushed nickel instead of gold or stainless steel instead of black appliances. U.S. News & World Report points out custom builders let you have input and tailor a home to your taste. While you may have made choices in the past based on resale value, your home in retirement is all about what you want.

• Lower utility and maintenance costs

Most baby boomers rely on Social Security and a fixed amount of money from investments. With a new construction home, you are less likely to have unexpected costs related to home maintenance and repairs. Also, the new appliances, water heaters, furnaces, windows and doors are more energy-efficient, reducing a major monthly expense.

• A feeling of safety and security

Security and safety factors come into play in different ways with new construction. Experts say new homes have updated fire safety features. Also, your builder will accommodate your requests for elder-friendly choices. If you aren’t sure whether you want to sell your home, you can ask a Greater Cincinnati area builder about options for renovating an existing home to make it safe and secure for the retirement years.

At J. Schmidt Homes, we dedicate ourselves to meeting our customers high expectations for custom-built homes and renovations in the Greater Cincinnati area. Whether you are a hard-working baby boomer who is ready to retire or a young person just starting out, we will design you a home that makes you feel like you have arrived in life.