General Homebuying FAQs

Your New Home Questions Answered

Buying a new home comes with plenty of questions — from understanding what makes a builder stand out to knowing where and how you can tour available homes. Our General Homebuying FAQs are designed to give you quick, clear answers about Fischer Homes, our communities, and how we work with buyers and Realtors alike.

Fischer Homes is a nationally recognized homebuilder with over 40 years of experience and more than 40,000 homes built. We are known for:

  • Award-winning architectural designs
  • Personalized selections at our Lifestyle Design Studio
  • Strong customer satisfaction ratings and repeat buyers
  • Communities in highly desirable locations across multiple states 

Fischer Homes builds across Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Georgia, Missouri, North Carolina, and Florida. Our communities are located in thriving metro areas such as:

Each community is carefully selected for convenience, strong school districts, and nearby shopping, dining, and recreation.

Yes! Touring a model home is one of the best ways to see the quality and design of a Fischer Home. You can:

  • Visit decorated model homes in person
  • Schedule a private, guided appointment with a Sales Counselor.
  • Explore 3D virtual tours from anyehere online 

Take a Virtual Tour of one of our 100+ floorplans now! 

Yes. Every Fischer Home incorporates energy-efficient building practices and smart technology options to help you save money and enjoy modern living.

Standard features may include: 

  • Energy-efficient windows and insulation
  • High-efficiency HVAC systems
  • Water-saving fixtures

Optional smart home upgrades include:

  • Programmable thermostats
  • Smart locks and doorbells
  • Wi-Fi-enabled lighting and security systems 

See more with the Fischer Homes Energywise program

Yes. Fischer Homes values our Realtor partners and offers:

  • Competitive commission programs
  • Realtor-focused events and continuing education opportunities
  • Dedicated resources to help Realtors serve their clients

Yes. Many Fischer Homes buyers are moving up to a larger home or downsizing to fit a new lifestyle. We can help coordinate the transition by:

  • Connecting you with resources to sell your current home
  • Offering Quick Move-In options to reduce timing gaps
  • Partnering with Victory Mortgage to streamline financing

Yes. In addition to building from the ground up, we offer Quick Move-In Homes that are available for buyers who need to move sooner. These homes feature:

  • Popular floorplans with professionally selected finishes
  • Homes at various stages of construction — some ready in weeks
  • Locations across many of our communities

Explore move-in ready homes in top markets, like Atlanta, Cincinnati, Columbus, Dayton, Indianapolis, Louisville, Northern Kentucky, Northwest Florida, and St. Louis

No. Fischer Homes builds exclusively in our carefully planned communities. This ensures that every homeowner benefits from:

  • Thoughtfully selected locations near schools, shopping, and recreation
  • Community amenities like pools, trails, and playgrounds (varies by neighborhood)
  • A consistent architectural vision that protects long-term home values

By building only within our communities, we create a true neighborhood experience that goes beyond just the home itself.

Getting started is easy and designed to fit your needs:

  1. Explore communities online or in person.
  2. Schedule a Tour with a New Home Advisor 
  3. Meet with a Sales Counselor to review floorplans, pricing, and financing.
  4. Tour model homes or Quick Move-In Homes to find the right fit.
  5. Get pre-approved with Victory Mortgage to establish your budget.
  6. Reserve your homesite and begin personalizing your home.

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