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Choose to Build New or Buy a Quick-Move-In Home

December 20, 2021 Homes By Dickerson

The new year is almost here! As you look ahead to all of the exciting things coming your way in 2022, you may be ready to make a fresh start in a brand new home. After all, a new home means more opportunities — more space to personalize, more modern features to enjoy, and more connection to your family, community, and beyond.

If you are currently deciding on a new home, you have several options that work around your timeline. For example, if you prefer to move into a new home as soon as possible, you can choose to buy a quick-move-in home in Raleigh/Durham, Pinehurst, or Charleston that provides all the advantages of new construction, from contemporary design to all-new systems and appliances, along with a shorter wait time.

On the other hand, if you would like to make personalizations and you are willing to wait longer to move in, you can choose to build a new home. When it comes to the decision to purchase a new home, you should not have to compromise your personal schedule or design preferences. With a variety of options, you can settle into the exact home you want, when you want to.

Reasons to Build a New Construction Home

You prefer to customize your floorplan and the exterior look of your home
You want to visit our design center and personally choose every selection in your new home with help from one of our experienced designers
You do not mind waiting a bit longer to move into your new home

Reasons to Buy a Quick-Move-In Home

You are eager to start enjoying the benefits of a new home, from more open space to all-new appliances and everything in between
All the hard decisions have been made, from the floorplan specifics to the design selections
Each quick-move-in home has been professionally designed by our award-winning design team

Purchasing a new home is one of the most exciting experiences of your life, which means that you should be able to decide what you want in terms of design, and when you want to move in. Whether you choose to build new or buy a quick-move-in home, you will be in control of your new home journey. Your best days are just ahead — cheers to a new year and new beginnings!

For more information on building your new home with us or our available quick-move-in homes, please contact us at 919-205-3404.

Building a Custom Home in Today’s Market

June 30, 2021 Homes By Dickerson

As you’ve embarked upon your new home search, you may have noticed that many builders no longer offer fully customizable homes. If you’ve had your heart set on designing and personalizing a new home from the ground up, this news can be frustrating. While the builders may (or may not) have given you an explanation for why this is the case, we wanted to take the time and explain exactly what’s happening with custom homes, and why it’s becoming harder to find possible solutions. The good news is, this is not the case with Homes By Dickerson, we’ve prepared so that you can still build the custom home you’ve always dreamed of with our same proven process, despite today’s market.

What is a Custom or To-Be-Built Home?

A true custom home is one that you can personalize from the ground up. In some circles they are called “to-be-builts” — more on that in a bit. If a floor plan you like needs one extra bedroom or a study to accommodate your family, you can add it to a custom home. You can also select all the finishes — including flooring, cabinets, fixtures, paint, hardware, and more. The result is a one-of-a-kind home built exclusively to reflect your style and preferences.

When you invest in a custom home, no part of the home has been built yet; you are working with the construction and design teams to design it from square one. Hence the name “to-be-built” (you are buying the home before it actually exists). The benefit of the custom home design process is that it allows the buyer to make selections and even change their minds about finishes up to a certain point in the construction process. Traditionally, custom builders released their purchase orders in phases to manufacturers, giving the homeowner ultimate control and flexibility.

Today, it is becoming exceedingly rare for a home builder to be able to offer these kinds of fully customizable homes.

The Supply Chain Challenge

As we mentioned in our previous Raleigh housing market update, the building materials supply chain has been disrupted by a number of factors, including:

The initial uncertainty of how the housing market would respond to the pandemic back in March 2020 — this caused many manufacturers to reduce or halt production at that time.
The unprecedented surge in new home demand around April of 2020 — manufacturers were left scrambling to ramp up production to meet demand.
Pandemic-related illnesses causing workers to be out of work for periods of time – resulting in slowed production.
And today, because some builders have limited their product offerings to cope with lack of availability, some manufacturers have taken products offline so as not to end up with an oversupply.

These delays are impacting just about every material and product needed to build a new home, including lumber, lighting, plumbing fixtures, door and cabinet hardware, appliances, and more. The end result is that builders are finding it harder to offer custom design options when there’s no guarantee they can get those products, and at what cost. Instead, builders have turned to a “quick move-in home” model.

Quick Move-In Homes

Quick move-in homes, or “available homes” as they are sometimes called, are homes where construction has been started before they are listed for sale. The builder’s professional designers have pre-selected all features and finishes based on products that have guaranteed availability and price.

The upside to quick move-in homes is that construction of the home is already in progress by the time you sign the contract and you can move-in quicker compared to a custom home. The downside is that you do not have the opportunity to select preferred finishes or customize the floor plan. Builders have turned to this model in order to guarantee a beautifully-finished home for the buyer, and also to ensure they can continue to operate efficiently.

More and more, builders across the country are turning to the quick move-in model to continue to meet homebuyer demand and control escalating costs.

Homes By Dickerson Can Do Both

Home By Dickerson is in a unique position to offer our customers both fully custom homes and quick move-in homes. As a leading local custom home builder, we have great relationships with our trade partners and vendors that allow us to continue offering custom home options to our customers. Despite the fluctuations in the market, we’re proud to be able to offer the same custom experience we’ve always been known for. While build times may be just a bit longer for custom homes as sometimes it’s necessary to wait for a delayed product, the result is a masterfully-built Home of Your Life that includes every customization, feature, and finish you could wish for.

We will also continue to offer quick move-in homes throughout the Raleigh, Pinehurst, and Charleston markets complete with high-end, quality finishes that have been thoughtfully curated by our award-winning design team.

Even though the real estate market has been impacted by events beyond anyone’s control, it remains a great time to invest in a new home. At Homes By Dickerson, we are doing everything that we can to continue delivering exceptional custom and move-in ready homes that our customers love for a lifetime.

Resources:

https://www.probuilder.com/2021-housing-giants-perfect-storm-building-materials-supply

Your 3 Top Mortgage Questions Answered

May 20, 2021 Homes By Dickerson

So much is changing with the housing market, and understandably, many of our customers have questions about interest rates, building timelines, and home availability. You may fear you’ll miss out on the home of your dreams because interest rates have gone up by the time something is available. Or maybe you’re wondering if you should hold out a bit longer in case rates dip again. To help alleviate your uncertainties and shed some light on mortgage rates today, we asked our preferred lenders the top three questions we are asked most often by our customers. Let’s first introduce our lenders!

Preferred Lenders at Homes By Dickerson

Nate Haines with Robby Oakes Mortgage Team and CIMG Residential Mortgage

Kerry Doyle with BB&T (now Truist Bank)

Phil Jawny with Townebank Mortgage

Top 3 New Home Mortgage FAQs

Question #1: When are interest rates going to rise?

The short answer is: no one knows.

Nate Haines with Robby Oakes Mortgage Team and CIMG Residential Mortgage:

“I usually tell borrowers that the good and bad news is the same: it’s out of everyone’s control. We thought the world was ending at least once a quarter last year, and we are all still buying and building homes. Rising rates and prices are a sign of much-anticipated economic healing, so there is a tremendous reason to be optimistic! Rates have substantial room to increase before they are anything other than an amazing bargain. If borrowers think back to the spring of 2019, when we were all planning international trips and family holidays, rates were starting to dip below 4% for the first time in several years. After a year we thought we would never see sub-4 rates again, yet here we are.”

Kerry Doyle with BB&T (now Truist Bank):

“I always do my best to explain that, as much as we would like to predict where things will be in 30 days to a year, I can only speculate and give an opinion. There are many economic factors and scenarios in future markets affecting mortgage rates, and I often see rates rise and fall based on mere speculation and predictions by economists and rate forecasting news/media. I’m confident we are in a safe rate zone for a good while, and my current prediction is that rates will remain low for the remainder of 2021 and 2022 and start to trend up in early 2023.”

Question #2: Can I lock in a rate now and build later?

The short answer is: yes! The more complete answer is: yes, but that option comes with a few financial considerations:

Phil Jawny with Townebank Mortgage:

“As busy as the market is, we still are overcoming a handful of obstacles to help provide some comfort to today’s buyer. We are using extended-rate lock options more and more as interest rates bounce around. Once a buyer understands their options, and feels comfortable and confident, we can help move them forward in today’s market. The most important thing is listening to the consumer and understanding their pain points. Then just simply supply the most cost-effective solution.”

Nate Haines with Robby Oakes Mortgage Team and CIMG Residential Mortgage:

“We discuss long-term lock solutions, and the pros and cons of that strategy versus the more traditional strategy of a short-term lock. Long-term locks hedge against the risk of a rising rate environment with an up-front fee and a higher-than market rate. While not the perfect solution for everyone, we do see monthly payment-sensitive customers pursue that strategy. Others are more comfortable with risk and the potential for a lower rate.”

Kerry Doyle with BB&T (now Truist Bank):

“We offer a Construction to Permanent (CTP) loan program for buyers who are building but want to take advantage of today’s rates.”

Question #3: Is now a good time to buy a home?

The short and long answers are: yes! With low interest rates, options to lock in your rate, and the ability to custom build the home you’ve always wanted with us, it’s a fantastic time to buy a new home.

For flexible home buyers, it continues to be a great time to buy and build The Home of Your Life. For more information, please contact us at 919-205-3404, or feel free to contact one of our preferred lenders directly to discuss your loan options.

Open House Events Every Weekend in December

December 8, 2020 Homes By Dickerson

One of the joys of the holiday season is Open Houses. The comfort of visiting friends and family. The excitement of seeing homes decked out in their holiday finery. The warmth of firelight and hospitality.

At Homes By Dickerson, we couldn’t agree more. So we’re hosting an entire month of Open House Events! Every weekend in December, you are invited to visit a variety of move-in ready homes at our communities throughout the Triangle.

Join us for some holiday spirit while you relax and enjoy our beautiful homes. Savor holiday goodies (and maybe a bit of serenity) as you tour and let the timeless details and exquisite quality surround you.

We look forward to welcoming you from 12-4pm on Saturdays, and 1-4pm on Sundays at these communities. Private appointments are available.

Briar Chapel | Chapel Hill, NC

Model Home | 1342 Briar Chapel Parkway

751 South | Durham, NC

Homesite 316 | 1025 Tannin Drive

Crystal Lake | Durham, NC

Model Home | 1005 Laurelwood Drive

Sunset Bluffs | Fuquay Varina, NC

Homesite 251 | 2401 Plowridge Road

Henderson Place | Pittsboro, NC

Homesite 4251 | 4251 Henderson Place

Nexton | Summerville, SC

Homesite 519 | 178 Winding Branch Drive

For more information about our December Open House Events, contact Whitney White at 919-646-8771 or whitney@homesbydickerson.com.

Move-in-Ready Homes in the Raleigh-Durham Area

October 28, 2020 Homes By Dickerson

Look around at your current home — does it still fit your wants and needs? Right now, you may realize you prefer open, airy space to cramped space, brand new appliances to old ones, higher quality, safer systems to old, outdated features, and modern finishes that reflect your personal style.

If this sounds a little bit like your current home wish list, we have exciting news! We currently have gorgeous homes that check off all the boxes — and are ready to be moved into shortly. If you’re eager to settle into a brand new home in a community and neighborhood you love, Homes By Dickerson has just the place for you in the Raleigh-Durham area. You’ll call it The Home of Your Life.

Available New Homes in Raleigh-Durham

WENDELL, NC

Wendell Falls

2020 Parade of Homes GOLD Winner!

724 Daniel Ridge Road

3 BR | 3 BA | 2-Car Garage | 2,425 Sq. Ft.

Screened porch with double-sided fireplace

Backs to 2 acres of green space

$545,000

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Briar Chapel

349 Boone Street

4 BR | 3 BA | 2-Car Garage | 3,201 Sq. Ft.

Home office/study

Resort-style amenities

Price: $565,000

DURHAM, NC

751 South

2020 Parade of Homes GOLD Winner!

905 Celia Saxon Drive

4 BR | 4 BA | 2-Car Rear-Entry Garage | 3,054 Sq. Ft.

First-floor guest suite

Study/home office

Price: $655,000

RALEIGH, NC

MacTavish

6917 Ray Family Farm Court

4 BR | 4.5 BA | 3-Car Garage | 3,642 Sq. Ft.

Study/home office

.5+ acre homesite

Price: $770,000

PITTSBORO, NC

Henderson Place at Fearrington

4251 Henderson Place

4 BR | 3 BA | 2-Car Garage | 3,461 Sq. Ft.

Screened porch and deck

Wooded acreage

Price: $800,000

WAKE FOREST, NC

Traditions at Wake Forest

2020 Parade of Homes GOLD Winner!

1416 Reservoir View

5 BR | 4.5 BA | 3-Car Garage | 4,412 Sq. Ft.

First floor owner’s suite

Wooded homesite

Price: $885,000

Traditions at Wake Forest

1129 Reservoir View

3 BR | 3 BA | 2-Car Garage | 3,255 Sq. Ft.

First floor owner’s suite

Resort-style amenities

Price: $615,000

FUQUAY-VARINA, NC

Sunset Bluffs

2401 Plowridge Road

3 BR | 3 BA | 2-Car Garage | 3,255 Sq. Ft.

Spacious finished basement

Large screened porch

Price: $616,000

At Homes By Dickerson, we don’t believe that your home should just be beautifully designed with high-end features and finishes, all-new appliances, and wide open space — we believe that it should also take care of you. That’s why our high-performance, certified-green homes are built with healthy and safe features that keep you comfortable, and provide the level of security and peace of mind you want and deserve.

Now more than ever, you shouldn’t have to settle for a home that doesn’t fit your lifestyle. That’s why we can’t wait for you to experience the difference of a Homes By Dickerson living space — one that’s built to your standards of comfort, functionality, and efficiency. This fall, put 2020 behind you and consider making a fresh start in a clean, untouched home that’s all yours from top to bottom!

For more information about our homes and new home communities in Raleigh-Durham, please contact us at 919-205-3404.

Find Your Perfect Fit at the Parade of Homes

August 24, 2020 Homes By Dickerson

Blue skies, sunshine, and unique home designs call for a parade! Have you been wanting to explore a one-of-a-kind Homes By Dickerson living space? Our talented designers have been working hard to showcase ten beautiful homes at this year’s Parade of Homes event, each one carefully designed with bold choices and selections that fit a unique theme, from “staycation” to “hygge.”

Now’s your chance to experience the unmatched blend of luxury, comfort, and function found in our homes — and find the one that fits your personal style and preferences perfectly.

New Home Features

Open, spacious, and filled with light, our unique homes have all the room you need to host friends, enjoy company, and of course, savor your quiet time and special moments at home. Built to today’s top standards of efficiency and functionality, these stylish and modern plans are designed to make your days easier — and more extraordinary than ever.

Parade of Homes

Want to experience exactly what a superior Homes By Dickerson living space looks and feels like? Come out to the parade to tour our ten homes! You can visit from 12 to 5 pm from September 26 to 27, October 2 to 4, and October 9 to 11.

We can’t wait for you to explore our homes in person and see if one of these spectacular plans is the Home of Your Life! For more information, please contact us at 919-205-3404. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Life of Hygee

Wendell Falls

The Cooper Floorplan

Staycation

Wendell Falls

The Summerset Floorplan

Belle Vue

Traditions at Wake Forest

The Brighton Floorplan

First Fiddle

Papillion Park

The Brinkley Floorplan

Eden Retreat

Sunset Bluffs

The Covington Floorplan

The Void

Briar Chapel

The Chatham Forest Floorplan

64 East

Briar Chapel

The Windham Floorplan

Dukes Revival

751 South

The Washington Floorplan

True Arch

Crystal Lake at Croasdaile Farm

The Eno Floorplan

Moss Hill Towne

Crystal Lake at Croasdaile Farm

Moss Hille B Exterior

Featured Community: Henderson Place

May 19, 2020 Homes By Dickerson

At Henderson Place, you finally get to enjoy life a little bit differently. When you settle into a new home here, you wake up to the tranquil sounds of the countryside, cook your meals in a gorgeous, gourmet kitchen with wide open space, and relax on a picturesque screened porch, where the beauty of nature meets the comfort of home.

Surrounded by lush trees and the enchanting charm of Fearrington Village, Henderson Place is an oasis unlike any other. If you’re ready for more space, more luxury, more everything, then you’ve come to the right place. Take a sneak peek into what’s waiting for you in this spectacular new home community:

New Home and Community Features

We know that you have high standards for your new home, which is why we ensure our living spaces provide you with everything you need. From high-end, stylish design to today’s best energy-efficient home features, you can expect nothing less than the absolute best.

Gone are the days of feeling cramped, dealing with old appliances, and wishing for something far better. A new Henderson Place home is truly The Home of Your Life… which means you can finally sit back, relax, and experience your happiest days in a community that loves you right back.

The Beauty of Fearrington Village

Peaceful, private, and characterized by timeless southern charm, there’s no better place to live than scenic Fearrington Village. A great town has the amenities you love, but a hometown also has the heart and soul that you’ve dreamed about. Just take a stroll through this ethereal village… from the charming, locally owned boutiques and restaurants to rolling pastures that seem to never end, it feels too good to be true. But the good news is that this magical place is real — and you can call it home.

The Home of Your Life

Our contemporary homes offer 3 to 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and range from 2,902 to 3,606 square feet. Priced from the $740s to the $830s, you can choose the home that fits you perfectly.

Don’t want to wait any longer to start your new lifestyle? We currently have 3 stunning homes that are ready to be moved into now! Located at 4227 Henderson Place, 4231 Henderson Place, and 4249 Henderson Place, these homes are situated on wooded acreage, and come complete with remarkable details like full basements, large lofts, coffered ceilings, screened porches and decks, and so much more.

You deserve to have it all — don’t miss out on your best memories in The Home of Your Life. To schedule a virtual appointment and tour our beautiful homes, please contact Whitney at 919-205-3404. All of us at Homes By Dickerson can’t wait to get started!

We’ve Got News For You!

May 12, 2020 Homes By Dickerson

Happy spring from all of us at Homes By Dickerson! No matter where you are in your home search process (and even if you’re already enjoying your new lifestyle in one of our homes!) our spring 2020 newsletter will give you the inspiration you need to create The Home of Your Life! Take a sneak peek at what’s inside:

Fresh Design Year-Round:

Thinking ahead to the selections and color palette you want in your custom home? One of our experienced designers gives you her fresh take on how to ensure the best aesthetic. A favorite idea that she mentions is to incorporate one of the colors from your old home that makes you happiest.

Get to Know Our Architect:

“In whatever situation, listening to the client is always the number one thing I can do. It is my job as an architect and a member of the Homes By Dickerson team to create a design that meets and often exceeds the goals of the future homeowner.” The man behind the home plans, Jeff Williams, does phenomenal work every single day! Take a behind-the-scenes look at his role in the Homes By Dickerson homebuilding experience.

In The Garden:

Did you know that planting marigolds with your tomatoes attracts bees for pollination? Lea Ricks, one of our incredible project managers, is a gardening pro — and she’s excited to share her knowledge with you! A big fan of spring and summer produce, Lea has a couple tips for you to make the most of your own garden. (“Pick the foods you like to eat and do a little research on what grows well next to each other!”)

Spring Cleaning Tricks:

We believe it’s important to enjoy the little moments at home without the stress of unnecessary clutter. When The Home of Your Life is nice and organized, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy springtime the right way. From utilizing your doors to optimizing trendy storage options, here are a few of our favorite tips and tricks for a successful spring cleaning!

Diamond Club Gala

The Diamond Club Gala is one of our favorite events to throw, especially because we love thanking the wonderful Realtors who have partnered with us in the last year! This year’s event couldn’t have gone better, and we want to thank our sponsors for helping to make it happen. To our Realtors, we look forward to working with you in 2020 and beyond! Thank you again for an incredible year.

For more information about our Homes By Dickerson homes, please contact us at 919-205-3404.

Fresh Start: Move-in-Ready Homes Available!

May 5, 2020 Homes By Dickerson

If you’re dreaming of wide open living space, cooking in a brand new, gourmet kitchen, and lounging under the sun on a beautiful screened porch, you’ve come to the right place. Homes By Dickerson currently has five custom homes, located throughout the award-winning North Carolina communities in which we build, that are move-in ready! What this means for you is that you do not have to wait another minute to experience a living space that you truly love.

Wendell Falls Wendell Falls

416 Liberty Star Road

3 Beds, 3 Baths, 2,732 Sq. Ft.

Price: $450,000

Home Site: 1040

Sunset Bluffs Fuquay-Varina

2213 Plowridge Rd

3 Beds, 3.5 Baths, 3,312 Sq. Ft.

Price: $575,000

Home Site: 258

751 South Durham

1023 Tannin Drive

3 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 2,169 Sq. Ft.

Price: $459,000

Home Site: 317

Briar Chapel Chapel Hill

70 Bluffwood Ave

3 Beds, 3 Baths, 2,596 Sq. Ft.

Price: $436,900

Home Site: 1882

Convenient New Home Communities

Surrounded by scenic views, these gorgeous communities provide the lifestyle you are looking for including all of your favorite downtown amenities just a short drive away. Enjoy the convenience and ease of a stylish, custom home that is encompassed by wide open space to roam — after you finish your morning coffee on your porch, take a stroll through a winding walking trail and soak up the sunshine.

Spring is looking beautiful here… and you do not have to miss another minute of it. Gone are the days of feeling cramped, dealing with old appliances, and missing out on relaxing outside. It is your time to come home to everything you want in The Home of Your Life. For more information, or to schedule a virtual appointment with our Online Sales Counselor-Whitney-please call 919-205-3404.

Briar Chapel hosts Holiday Sip and Shop!

November 28, 2019 Homes By Dickerson

Join us for some Holiday Cheer while checking off a few of your Christmas gift items as Briar Chapel hosts Holiday Sip and Shop! On December 8th, Newland Communities will host a Holiday Sip and Shop in Briar Chapel where you can tour beautiful model homes, enjoy delicious holiday treats, and browse through the wares of local vendors. Homes By Dickerson is excited to participate in this progressive event and cannot wait for you to visit our new Sales and Design Center on the tour!

First, stop by our brand new Sales and Design Center (1342 Briar Chapel Parkway, Chapel Hill) to sample charcuterie, cheese and wine! You will also get the chance to see beautiful masterpieces from local artists, all provided from Color By Creation. We are still putting the finishing touches on this renovated space but know you will love the changes we have made thus far.

Once you have had your fill of tasty delicacies, we encourage you to tour the rest of this award-winning community including The Briar Club, any of the 20 parks and playgrounds, 900-acres of open space, fantastic walking trails, and of course, our move-in ready homes! Homes By Dickerson has several custom options for you whether you are looking to move in right away or experience the building journey with our team.

Did we mention the sports courts, the wooded views, and the convenience to local dining and shopping? Just minutes from fabulous Chapel Hill, Briar Chapel offers the best of all worlds and just think, you could enjoy these worlds in your very own custom, high-performance design from Homes By Dickerson!

For more information on attending the Sip and Shop or on any of our Homes By Dickerson homes in Briar Chapel, please contact Whitney at 919-646-8771 or Whitney@HomesByDickerson.com. We would love to help you find The Home of Your Life while you Sip and Shop!