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Buying New Construction for the First Time? Here Are the Dos and Don’ts You’ll Need to Know Before Jumping In

HomeLight

You’re looking at new construction as an option for your new home and love the idea of buying a brand-new house that has never been lived in before. However, you want to arm yourself with the tools and insider information so you don’t get too carried away with the new build. The dos of buying new construction.

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Why You Still Need an Agent to Buy a New House

HomeLight

Don’t let the pristine facade or shiny appliances of a model home deceive you: buying new construction will be as complex as any old real estate transaction, if not more so. These are all areas where a knowledgeable buyer’s agent who’s got lots of new-build experience and local builder connections can be invaluable.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Buyers Agents in Real Estate

Realty Biz

When choosing a buyer's agent, consider factors like experience and qualifications. Understanding the mortgage process, including prequalification and pre-approval, is also essential. Buyer agents can provide valuable support in various situations, such as buying a new home or purchasing a foreclosure.

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How To Write A Great Real Estate Bio – Plus 4 Winning Examples

Easy Agent Pro

You could find a pre-made template and fill in the gaps. Will they enjoy reading a list of your qualifications, or will their eyes glaze over? For example, “John specializes in new construction, luxury homes and beachfront condos, and west end neighborhoods…” hits several major niches in 1 snappy sentence.

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How to effectively price property

Housing Wire

One zip code may have longer days on the market, more competition and new construction to compete with. Ask lots of questions using your seller’s pre qualification script. Cost per square foot is also different on new construction than on resale homes. Pricing is a case by case analysis and strategy.

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How to Sell a House By Owner in Alabama

HomeLight

A bank statement will help weed out people who are just looking around and don’t have the qualifications to purchase your house from legitimate buyers who can obtain financing. Graham says the next step is to ask for a pre-approval letter from a reputable mortgage company that you’re comfortable with. Require everything in writing.

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Home pricing rules: don’t go if you don’t know

Housing Wire

A great Listing pre-qualification script pulls out critical facts so you can be best prepared to not just take the listing, but to price it right in the first place! If there are new homes going up, be certain to tour them and understand the builder’s perks and financing before you go to your listing appointment.