Many would-be home buyers make the mistake of assuming that buying a new construction home is the same as buying a previously owned home.
In fact, the experience can be radically different, as documented in a recent Fox News article.
Today, I want to share with you the top 3 tips this article provided on how to successfully purchase a new construction home in Plymouth
Make Sure You Do These Things When Buying a New Construction Home in Plymouth
Don’t be afraid to ask for what you want. That’s probably the biggest advantage to buying a new construction home: You can be directly involved with the design of the home. This is especially true if you’re constructing a custom-built home. So, dare to dream big! Always wanted that state-of-the-art media room? Go for it! Want your master bedroom to have specific dimensions? Ask for it! Want three bedrooms upstairs and two bedrooms downstairs? Put it in the blueprints! The sky is the limit when it comes to designing your home so don’t sell yourself short.
Know exactly what you’re getting in your new construction home. A lot of home buyers make the mistake of assuming that everything they see in the model home is going to be everything they get in their new home. But model homes are made to show prospective home buyers all of the available options. And they’re also designed to put the builder’s best foot forward, even if those features don’t necessarily come standard across all homes. So don’t assume that just because the model home has granite countertops that yours will too. Make sure to ask plenty of questions during your tour to know exactly what your home would come with.
Ask if the home comes with a warranty. Generally speaking, new construction homes come with a warranty, which requires that the builder repair any problems discovered. Generally speaking, these warranties cover construction materials and quality of work. But it’s important to request a full breakdown of what’s covered in the warranty. Also, be aware that these warranties do not replace home owners insurance. In other words, if you slam a window to close it and the glass cracks, that won’t be covered in the home warranty. Thus, make sure you get home insurance too.
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Whether you’re interested in buying a new construction home or a resale home, we would love the opportunity to represent you as a home seller. So contact us at The Bittinger Team today!
We’ll work diligently to find you the dream home that you’ve been searching for and we’ll also work hard to get you the best price possible. Contact us today to learn more about how we’ve helped scores of home buyers just like you realize their Plymouth real estate dreams!
Until next time,
Noel
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