The Homebuyer journey can be tricky, but we offer tips, tricks and advice for those seeking a new home in the sunny state of Florida. And when you’re ready, consider using ICI Homes as your builder in any of our fine communities or on your own lot.
For many people, becoming empty nesters means time for new beginnings. Children have launched, work lives may soon be in rear mirrors, and the future is open to a new life stage and a new custom Florida home. The latter is a frequent right of passage for empty nesters, for …
The financial website released a new study on September 2 cataloguing 182 cities in the United States on merits specifically for retirees, with Orlando (No. 1), Miami (No. 4) and Tampa (No. 5) securing three of the five top spots. Although it’s no surprise these Florida metros scored well, it’s …
Is buying and selling a home at the same time a recipe for spontaneous combustion? As in yours, or yours and your spouse’s or partner’s combined patience? Things can get tricky when you want to sell your current home, then buy your new custom Florida home at the same time …
Dogs are integral family members for many ICI Homes customers, so it’s important to consider Fido’s place when building or buying a new custom Florida home. Fortunately, modern residential construction materials and designs make doing so easy. From streamlining supplies and maintenance, to ensuring pups of all ages are comfortable …
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 …