Added Value
As we "partner together" during the construction process, you will often hear the word, 'value.' For some, value can be difficult to define. For instance, if you are a first time home buyer, "price per square footage" might be the driving force regarding your decision to buy. A home that provides an attractive floor plan, a lot of square footage and usable living space can be a great value for you. Other factors on that “value” list, that may not be huge factors at this point are:
- resale
- lot value
- energy efficiency
- maintenance
- home expandability
- entertaining
- location
- green effects on the environment
- appliances, and
- retiring in-laws who may need a place to stay.
Also, you will discover that a house constructed by Advanced Building Systems provides more amenities, such as heavy moldings, tile, and solid surfaces than most homes in a comparable price range--all with a focus on the cost to you, the home buyer.
Elderly Living Space
In speaking with couples whose children are in their teenage years there is a realization their housing needs will change overtime. One of these changes can likely occur to families concerned with caring for their aging parents, rather than placing them in homes for the elderly. Studies show that if a person lives past the age of 60, he/she is likely to experience the need for special care and eventually face nursing home placement. Extra living space designed specifically into your new home at the outset could, someday, make life more tolerable for a parent or two.
Self-sufficient Living Space
As parents we tend to think that when our children leave home after high school that is the end of their time 'living with the parent.' Actually, that trend is changing as more and more young adults are moving back into their parent's home. Consider the college student and the cost of housing, (let alone the education itself). Moving back with the parents can make for a wise financial decision.
Consider the business person needing an 'office at home' setup, likely with a private entrance for clients. Renting office space is very expensive alternative to the H/O arrangement.
Many other reasons can be cited for wanting additional self-sufficient living space. The point is that this space would be truly separate, yet would allow the entire family to be close by and could be a potential money-saver in the long term. We at Advanced Buiding Systems believe there is value-added by designing this additional living space into your new home--especially when offered at affordable prices.
