New Construction Home Representation

New construction homes are a beautiful thing! Most likely you've started or intend to start your search by determining which builders are better. You might ask around, you may receive mixed reviews. You may look for reviews online. You are familiar with the area that you would like to live in. So now it's time to get out and look at all the beautiful model homes.

Well congrats to you for embarking on your new journey. New construction homes are low maintenance and energy efficiencient. Seriously, who isn't inspired when stepping into a new construction model?  Personally, I want it all. I want every feature, every detail, every option!


So, you've done your research, why use a Realtor?

1. A Realtor works for you

Keep in mind that the sales professional in the model home works for the builder first. A Realtor is there to represent your interest and guide you through the new home construction process. In addition to that he or she will likely have insightful knowledge of current neighborhood trends such as future planning. 

2. Time Saved

A Realtor who is familiar with new home construction is likely aware of different builders, the neighborhoods they build in and the amenities they offer. Closeout communities, startup communities, and the spec inventory within those communities are a realtors homework. 

3. Realtors build relationships with sales professionals

Shopping new construction will expose you to an abundance of builders depending on the side of town you are considering. Realtors typically know the deals offered by different builders and have a relationships with the sales professional.

4. Insightful guidance on your investment

 Realtors have an idea of future price increases, aging spec inventory homes, current incentives being offered, and how the current pricing of your future home may affect your ability to build equity. 

5. Hiring a Realtor will not cost you more

Whether you use a realtor or not, builders are aware that Realtors exist and plan their budgets accordingly. Hiring a Realtor will not add additional cost to the listed price of the new construction home that you are considering. 

Lastly, consider the fact that the new construction home sales professional sees and speaks with quite a few people per day. You along with every other customer purchasing a home from your builder of interest has the same point of contact. While it's likely that you are not your realtors sole client it is highly unlikely that your realtor is exposed to the daily volume as the sales professional. Your realtor has the ability to stay ahead of things by maintaining proactive and consistent communication with the sales professional. Keep in mind that you still maintain the ability to contact the sales professional directly at anytime. The more you know, the better prepared you are.  

Toya Smith | Houston Realtor