Should you hire a real estate agent when buying a new construction home? Yes, and there are three key reasons why:

1. It’s free. It costs you nothing to get full representation when buying a new construction home. We work for you, but we get paid by the seller. Builders have money set aside in their marketing budget to pay the buyer agent’s commission. Why wouldn’t you want free help with something this important? 

2. The sales rep works for the builder. That representative has a fiduciary responsibility to the builder, and they aren’t going to try to save the deal if something falls through for you. We, as your agents, can find out what incentives they have available but won’t disclose to you up front because their bottom line is to net that builder the most money possible. Remember: They work for the builder, not you.

“It costs you nothing to get full representation when buying a new construction home.”

3. You need a seasoned professional. A professional Realtor knows what questions to ask, which neighborhoods to look in, and can help you stay on budget. They’ll help figure out a realistic time frame and speak with the builder on your behalf. Building a new house is very stressful, so you want someone knowledgeable on your side. 

If you decide to walk into a new construction or model home, give them our information. That way, we can look over any contracts and materials. We don’t want you to get into a situation you don’t know how to get out of. Allow us to help you. Another perk: They’ll be calling your agent all the time with questions or updates, not you. 

One more crucial point to remember: Don’t sign anything when walking into a new build without having someone look everything over first. We want to empower you to get the most for your money. Don’t waste money or time; have a Realtor help you. 

Give us a call or send an email if you want to know what’s going on in the market or have any questions about real estate. We would love to help you.