It’s time for another installment in our occasional series that sheds light on certain terms and language commonly used in residential real estate. As in any industry, the home-building world is full of slang, verbal shorthand and specific descriptions that might sound like a different dialect to potential ICI Homes …
Considering a master-planned community for your new custom Florida home? It’s a great move for prospective ICI Homes customers seeking amazing resident amenities, distinctive architectural designs and community vibes. But, did you know there are multiple types of master-planned communities? A country club community takes the master-planned community experience and …
One of the most important aspects of buying a new custom Florida home is taking steps to protect it for the present and future. You do this by acquiring a homeowners insurance policy. We at ICI Homes know insurance isn’t the most scintillating topic, but it’s a vital one. Homeowners …
A Forbes.com contributor recently spotlighted Florida residents’ affinity for master-planned communities, an observation that’s spot on. The article, “Master-Planned Communities Are Thriving and Growing in Florida,” contains researched statistics and summaries that we at ICI Homes know well. We’ve built new custom Florida homes all over the state for more …
The renting-versus-buying debate is a true conundrum, especially for prospective ICI Homes customers exploring the transition from renters to first-time home buyers. Owning a home is a major goal for many of us and well worth the effort. But its perceived enormity can stall out some buyers weighing their future …
Many folks searching for a new custom Florida home, especially first-time buyers, may look at new-home prices versus resale prices and wonder if resales offer a better buy than new construction. It’s a common assumption. Resales are priced lower than new builds because, to borrow automotive terms, they’re “used” or …
We at ICI Homes are back with another installment in our occasional series that helps customers understand terminology involved in new residential construction and real estate. Every industry has quirky phrases and words that can sound like another language, and residential home-building is no different. Here’s an example from the …
You know those fitness bootcamps espoused by influencers and perhaps your own personal trainer? The same concept can help any first-time buyer achieve the goal of homeownership in a scheduled, focused manner with admittedly less discomfort! Buying or building your first new custom Florida home can be challenging in today’s …
There are many reasons people rent rather than become homeowners, and one of the most common is marshaling the financial resources necessary to make the transition from renter to owner. We at ICI Homes want to encourage renters not to give up on homeownership dreams. It’s worth it to persevere, …
One of the joys of buying or building a new custom Florida home is the opportunity to enjoy the state’s amazing outdoor lifestyle. A temperate year-round climate gives ICI Homes customers the ability to be outside almost continuously — especially useful knowledge if you’re a new Florida resident from elsewhere. …