New construction vs resale in 55+ communities
New construction
- Choose a floor plan, homesite and finishes.
- Build timelines often run several months; the builder sets the schedule.
- Amenities may still be under construction in early phases.
- If you want your own agent, bring them on your first visit or contact them before you go, and ask the sales office how they work with buyer agents.
Resale
- Faster move-in and a finished neighborhood with established amenities and HOA history.
- You can review years of HOA budgets, minutes and fee changes.
- Pennsylvania requires resale certificates for many condominium and planned community sales; review them carefully.
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