Potential homebuyers have many reasons to purchase a home now: low pricing, homebuilder incentives and federal government tax credits. With brand new homes in highly-desirable communities, Lennar gives homebuyers many reasons to purchase new by offering top quality, low pricing, and a solid warranty—the competition just can’t measure up. In July, Lennar is putting forward some of their finest offers on all homes so potential homebuyers can step into the housing market and see why Lennar homes are the measure of excellence. 

According to the Housing Opportunity Index, compiled by the National Association of Homebuilders and Wells Fargo Bank in May 2009, housing prices are at their most affordable level in two decades. While nationwide home sales have been uneven, California was one of only six states that had a year-over-year increase in home sales, according to the National Association of Realtors.

Historically, buying a home has often been the better long-term decision as opposed to renting. According to MSN Money writer, Liz Pulliam Weston, “homeownership can help you build wealth over time.” Oftentimes, homebuyers are able to build equity, receive significant tax deductions and may even have the added benefit of price appreciation over long periods of time.

“In addition to energy-efficient features and designer-select amenities, Lennar offers an array of family-oriented floor plans and excellent community locations because we understand the most important aspects of a dream home are beyond measure,” said Laura Stickelman, Vice President Sales Manager for Lennar Sacramento. “We go above and beyond to give homebuyers that unique Lennar added value—other homes just can’t measure up to the benefits of a Lennar home.”

In addition to low pricing, first-time homebuyers are taking advantage of an up to $8,000 federal tax credit. However, homebuyers must act quickly as the federal tax credit has only been approved until Nov. 30, 2009.

Universal American Mortgage Company of California, Lennar’s preferred lender, is also offering low interest rates and select Lennar communities are offering extra incentives such as low closing costs and reduced financing rates on immediate move-ins.

Unlike other previously-owned properties, Lennar homebuyers are the first residents to move into their brand new home. Lennar homes are not plagued by any of the customary issues associated with bank-owned or resale properties, and all Lennar homes come equipped with brand new flooring, new appliances, and new cabinets and a 1-2-10 year warranty.

With 10 different communities across the Sacramento area, Lennar offers homebuyers many floor plans to choose from at prices that best meet their needs. In Rancho Cordova at Kavala Ranch, homes range from approximately 1,463 to 3,491 square feet with prices from the mid $200,00s to the high $300,000s in three distinct communities. In Roseville’s WestPark, five communities are available with single-family homes ranging from approximately 1,453 to 3,491 square feet and prices set from the mid $200,000s to the high $400,000s. At Blackstone in El Dorado Hills, homes range from approximately 2,128 to 3,491 square feet and prices from the high $300,000 to the high $400,000s.

“In this housing market, with a plethora of home options, homebuyers need to ask themselves: why wait any longer to get into the home of your dreams?” said Stickelman. “At Lennar, we make it easy to purchase a home by offering brand new move-in ready homes and financing options through our preferred lender, so homebuyers can spend less time buying and more time living.”

Celebrating its 55th anniversary, Lennar has grown to become one of the nation’s leading homebuilders. With hundreds of Communities nationwide and homes designed for first-time, move-up and luxury homebuyers, Lennar has long distinguished itself by simply including everything as standard under its motto, “Everything You Want, Everything You Need, That’s the Logic of Lennar®.”

This weekend, homebuyers are encouraged to attend one of the free informational seminars being offered on Lennar’s unique and energy-efficient solar homes. Sales Pavilions are open this weekend from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For a complete list of communities in Sacramento or for more information on the solar energy seminars, call (866) 417-8471 or visit www.lennarsacramento.com.

For further information about the Federal tax credit visit FederalHousingTaxCredit.com.

Buyers are encouraged to speak with their tax advisor and check out helpful links and resources on http://lennar.com