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August 8, 2026

New Construction vs Resale: Which Is the Smarter Move?

New construction vs resale – it’s one of the biggest decisions a homebuyer makes, and the answer isn’t just about looks. It’s about warranties, appliances, unknown repair costs, and long-term peace of mind.

CBH Homes Senior Sales Specialist Macy Campbell breaks down the real financial and practical differences so you can make the most confident decision for your next home.

Watch the full video here:

New Construction vs Resale: The Warranty Difference

Here’s the first big win for new construction: every CBH home comes with a 1-year warranty. Plus, you’re the first one through the door. Everything is brand new, never lived in, and built to current building standards.

With a resale home? Whatever warranty existed is likely long gone, and you’re inheriting whatever condition the previous owners left behind.

Brand New Appliances 

In a new CBH home, all appliances are new. You’re not inheriting someone else’s wear and tear. Many appliances also come with extended manufacturer warranties, giving you even more coverage right out of the gate.

Bonus: newer appliances and systems are typically more energy efficient, which can mean real savings on utilities. ENERGY STAR has the numbers on how much modern appliances can save compared to older models.

The Hidden Costs in the Resale Column

With a resale home, you have no way of knowing the true quality or age of what’s inside the walls. Water heaters, HVAC systems, roofs – repairs and replacements can add up fast. The National Association of Home Builders regularly highlights how maintenance costs on older homes stack up against new builds over time.

With a new CBH home, you skip those unknowns and the surprise costs that come with them. That’s real money staying in your pocket.

Incentives: Another Point for New Construction

Here’s one more difference in the new construction vs resale debate: incentives. With resale, any credits depend on what an individual seller is willing to offer. With CBH, incentives are structured every month – and they can go toward a rate buydown, closing costs, or upgrades.*

The Biggest Advantage? Peace of Mind

When everything is new and under warranty, you can stop stressing about what might break next and start actually enjoying your home. That’s the whole point of homeownership, right?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is new construction more expensive than resale? Not always – and the sticker price isn’t the whole story. Factor in repairs, replacements, warranties, and monthly incentives, and new construction often wins the total-cost math.

Do new construction homes come with a warranty? Yes. Every CBH home includes a 1-year warranty, and many appliances carry extended warranties on top of that.

Fast, Easy, Fun – and Built to Last

At CBH Homes, we build homes that are Fast, Easy, Fun to buy – and built to last. Idaho’s #1 Builder, proudly serving 30,000+ happy homeowners since 1992.

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*Incentives vary and are subject to change. Ask a CBH Sales Specialist for details. Equal Housing Opportunity. RCE-923.