I have a new home (4,722 sq ft) that the Buchers built for me in 2010. Having been here for a couple years now, I have to say I am impressed with the efficiency of this home. I have two 95% furances and my house seems built very tight. My energy bills are less than my previous home that was 2,060 square feet. I must say the Buchers home was $11,500 more than another I was considering. I figured that was costing me about $60 a month more to own their home. However in talking to my friend (who bought the home by another builder we were considering) my utility bils are averaging $78 a month lower than his. So while I get to deduct the interest on the extra money I paid plus I have the asset of having a higher quality home, my friend is throwing his money literally out the window every month. My extra payment of $60 a month will be the same for 30 years, while I am sure his utility payments are only going to increase. Please consider these things when purchasing a new home. You will be glad you did.
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