When you choose a new custom Florida home, its features should enhance how you and your family enjoy your home. Have you always wanted that built-in gas grill out back? Go for it. How about a third garage to house bicycles, sports equipment or a home workshop? The choice is …
It’s always a good idea to ask this question no matter how experienced you are as a homebuyer. Down payments are an important part of the mortgage purchase process, and it never hurts to have it clarified, especially for first-time buyers. Most of us buy our homes via mortgages. Mortgage …
Figuring out where to live is often the toughest part of buying a new custom Florida home. You may have chosen the area, but choosing the perfect neighborhood for you and your household might feel like a giant jigsaw puzzle. Fear not! We at ICI Homes have built new custom …
Homeownership has long been a part of the American Dream, and today’s aspiring first-time homeowners have more options than ever before to make that dream come true. However, what hasn’t changed is the wisdom of first-time buyers doing more preparation than mere house hunting and filling out mortgage applications. If …
ICI Homes’ newest Orlando-area foray is a happy homecoming of sorts for Florida’s Custom Home Builder. It’s been a minute since we’ve built new custom Florida homes in the City Beautiful, but no more! We’re readying floor plans for our newest Orlando project at the Laureate Park neighborhood in Lake …
We’re excited to share some fantastic news from the world of real estate and community development. RCLCO recently unveiled its 30th Edition of “The Top-Selling Master-Planned Communities of 2023,” and we’re thrilled to announce that two communities featuring ICI Homes have made the prestigious list. SilverLeaf Shines at #8: A …
“Is buying or building a new custom Florida home a better financial choice than buying a resale home and renovating it?” Doing your homework gives you an edge in any residential real estate market, and nowhere is knowledge more vital than when buyers ask this classic question. It’s a common …
Wondering how to get a better mortgage rate? Start here to learn how to get one! Your credit score is critical if you intend to purchase your new custom Florida home via a mortgage. That’s the route most folks choose, and boosting your credit score also boosts your options for …
The paramount question for most of us when we consider buying or building a new custom Florida home is “How much can I afford to spend on a new home?” Cost is almost always a factor, especially in today’s residential housing market, and we want to make the most of …
So you’re ready to unload your existing abode and buy a new custom Florida home but first comes that pesky “selling” part. It’s different for every seller, but for our purposes, let’s assume your current home is well-priced, well-kept and has attracted a solid offer from a buyer. One of …