Save money when purchasing new construction

While touring newer additions looking for new construction, having the right agent on your team is important. will help you navigate the myriad of new homes today to locate one that's perfect for your family.

Gain an advantage when negotiating new construction in Fall River with EZ Home Search Real Estate as your REALTOR - 5086464777

In real estate, you can always negotiate. However, with new construction, it depends on the builder and how long the home has been available. Developers in new additions like to keep prices near their asking point because buyers already in the area expect new construction to be comparably priced to what they already purchased. (You'll appreciate that same courtesy if there are undeveloped lots near the home you eventually purchase!) But, depending on how far along the project is and the local market, builders have been known to allow a few concessions.

For example, if it's a recently completed home, you have little to no negotiating powers. But if the home has been sitting fully furnished, like a show or model home, and there haven't been many offers - then the builder might be willing to work with you. The longer the home has been on the market, the more the builder has invested.

In cases where a builder won't budge, try getting a break in other areas. Ask for them to pay a share of the closing costs, or more amenities, like an allowance for window treatments, a garage door opener, a fence or landscaping, or an extended home warranty.Or take the contrary route. If a home is nearing completion, you can often save money by passing on suggested upgrades from the builder and installing things yourself.

While you should always negotiate a home warranty so problems can be fixed, get a home inspection before your purchase regardless. Inevitable problems can be repaired (by the builder) before you move in and larger issues identified before it's too late. Since an inspection is relatively inexpensive, some new home buyers get an inspection after being in the home for 10 or 11 months - that way, the builder can make the repairs before a 1 year warranty expires.

At EZ Home Search Real Estate, I'll make it my #1 priority to find you a new home that meets your needs and fits within your budget. Give me a call at 5086464777 to begin the search for your new home today.