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About New Home Construction
Buying new home construction is a little different than buying a resale home. Here are three
important factors to keep in mind:
- Find a reputable builder Do a little research to find a builder who is not only well
qualified but also has a good reputation. Search online for reviews of potential builders
and ask around. Get recommendations from people that you know.
- Stay involved Once you have chosen a builder, your research continues. Visit available
model homes to see if they have special features you’d like incorporated into your own home.
Take notes about what you like and what you don’t like. Don’t be embarrassed to make several
return visits.
- Be aware of the total cost One of the most important things to know when buying new home
construction is that the base price you see listed is rarely going to be the actual final
price of your home -- it’s just a starting point. Set a budget and stick to it. Familiarize
yourself with the cost of various upgrades and decide which are the most important to you
before meeting with your designer. You may have to make some sacrifices to help stay within
your budget.
New home construction does differ a bit from buying a resale house. But, by doing a little
legwork, you can be fully prepared.