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\u25a0 Advantages of New Homes <\/strong>\u25a0 \u2460Easier to benefit from housing loan tax deductions<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u25a0Disadvantages of New Homes\u25a0<\/strong> \u2460 Higher price compared to used homes<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2461 Hard to imagine living there when buying before completion<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u25a0Advantages of Used Homes\u25a0<\/strong> \u2460 Affordable property price for manageable repayments<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2461 Easier to check neighbors and living environment<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2462 Can renovate to create a customized home<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u25a0Disadvantages of Used Homes\u25a0<\/strong> \u2460 Home inspection costs money<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2462 Less warranty than new homes<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u25a0Important Points to Check When Unsure<\/strong>\u25a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u30fbDiscuss with your family the priority order of \u201cprice,\u201d \u201clocation,\u201d and \u201csize.\u201d<\/strong> Please feel free to contact us anytime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Many people tend to imagine buying a new home, but recently more and more people are choosing used homes, and the difference between the two is shrinking. So this time, we will explain the important points and the pros and cons to consider when you\u2019re unsure whether to buy a new or used property. \u25a0 Advantages of New Homes \u25a0\u2460 Easier to benefit from housing loan tax deductions\u2461 Everything is brand new, with warranties and after-sales service included\u2462 Reliable housing performance such as earthquake resistance, insulation, and airtightness \u2460Easier to benefit from housing loan tax deductionsNew homes tend to be more expensive than used homes, but one advantage is that […]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wds_primary_category":6,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[560,556,554,559,557,558,555],"class_list":["post-46980","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog","tag-cheap-houses-for-sale-in-yokohama","tag-furnished-apartments-yokohama","tag-yokohama-apartments","tag-yokohama-apartments-for-sale","tag-yokohama-house-for-rent","tag-yokohama-real-estate-english","tag-yokohama-rental-apartments"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/seahome.jp\/ja\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46980","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/seahome.jp\/ja\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/seahome.jp\/ja\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/seahome.jp\/ja\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/seahome.jp\/ja\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=46980"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/seahome.jp\/ja\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46980\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":46992,"href":"https:\/\/seahome.jp\/ja\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46980\/revisions\/46992"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/seahome.jp\/ja\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=46980"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/seahome.jp\/ja\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=46980"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/seahome.jp\/ja\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=46980"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\u2460 Easier to benefit from housing loan tax deductions
\u2461 Everything is brand new, with warranties and after-sales service included
\u2462 Reliable housing performance such as earthquake resistance, insulation, and airtightness
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New homes tend to be more expensive than used homes, but one advantage is that you can more easily receive housing loan tax deductions.
\u2461 Everything is brand new, with warranties and after-sales service included<\/strong>
Many people prioritize the cleanliness of the house when choosing a home.New homes have brand new wallpaper, flooring, and equipment, so they are very clean.
Also, there is less worry about defects or equipment failure, and warranties and after-sales services are substantial.
This means there is a lower risk of unexpected repair costs after moving in, which is a big advantage of new homes.
\u2462 Reliable housing performance such as earthquake resistance, insulation, and airtightness<\/strong>
Housing performance improves year by year.
A house built recently usually has better performance than one built 10 years ago, even if from the same builder.
Good insulation and airtightness help maintain a comfortable temperature by reducing the effect of outside air.
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\u2460 Higher price compared to used homes
\u2461 Hard to imagine living there when buying before completion
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The biggest point when deciding between new and used is the price.
With the same budget, a used home usually offers better location or larger size than a new one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
New homes often go on sale before they are completed.For popular properties, contracts are often signed before the building is finished.
Because you can\u2019t check the inside or outside, it can be hard to picture your life there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2460 Affordable property price for manageable repayments
\u2461<\/strong> Easier to check neighbors and living environment
\u2462<\/strong> Can renovate to create a customized home
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Choosing a used home at a lower price reduces the housing cost burden and makes repayment plans easier.
You can allocate more money for your children\u2019s education, your retirement fund, or lifestyle enjoyment.
Even with a similar budget to a new home, a used home can offer better location and larger size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Even if the house is perfect, compatibility with neighbors can vary.
Since moving out easily is difficult, being able to check who your neighbors are is reassuring.
With used homes, you can ask about neighbors and actual living conditions before buying, helping avoid future troubles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Renovation helps reduce resistance to used homes and allows you to add stylish designs like \u201csimple modern\u201d or \u201cnatural modern\u201d often seen in custom-built homes.
Depending on the structure, you can also change the layout, such as removing walls for an open living space or installing an open kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/seahome.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image.png\")
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\u2460 Home inspection costs money
\u2461<\/strong> Renovation costs
\u2462<\/strong> Less warranty than new homes
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Many buyers worry about defects or equipment breaking after moving in.
It\u2019s important to check the condition, especially for older houses.
You can hire a third-party home inspection to assess the property.
This provides peace of mind by detecting deterioration that might be hard to see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2461 Renovation costs<\/strong>
Depending on the condition of the kitchen, toilet, wallpaper, etc., renovation costs can be high.
Older properties often need expensive renovations before moving in.
Check carefully for structural issues like termite damage or leaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
New homes come with a legally required 10-year warranty for major defects such as leaks.
Other warranties for equipment vary from 2 to 5 years depending on the builder.
Used homes usually have shorter warranties, often only 3 months.
Check warranty periods and details carefully to buy a home you can live in\u5b89\u5fc3 (with peace of mind).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u30fbInclude all additional costs besides the property price when simulating your budget.<\/strong>
If you can afford a new home price with some effort, simulate the total including additional costs.Additional fees for new homes are usually about 5-10%.
For a 30 million yen home, that means about 1.5 to 3 million yen in extra costs.
If extra costs make the budget tight, reconsider the property price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u30fbFor used homes, compare the total of property price plus renovation costs.<\/strong>
Even if the property price is low, renovation can add a lot.
If you consider an older property, check estimated renovation costs carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What is important varies by lifestyle and work style.By setting priorities together, it becomes easier to decide between new and used within your budget.
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\u25a0Buy the Home That Lets You Live Your Ideal Life<\/strong>\u25a0
We\u2019ve explained the pros and cons of new and used homes.
To buy a home that makes your family smile, imagine your ideal lifestyle.
SeaHome puts customers first and provides honest support to meet your needs.
SeaHome is a community-based real estate company centered in Kanagawa Prefecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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