Buying a new home is a complicated undertaking that involves more decisions than buying an existing home.

Here are some questions to consider:

• How can I find a reputable builder?  When using The Crain Group in most cases We will be working as a buyer’s agent representing your needs.  The Crain Group will be glad to give you our opinion of the builder's track record. We may register you at their project and go so far as to show you their homes. Howeve,r we will do our best in representing your needs and explain how the development, the homes, the builder and the demographics compare today and for future value. 
  
  
•    What factors should I consider in selecting a lot within a new subdivision? The first step is to get a broad overview of the development and find out where various types of buildings will be constructed. Be wary of buying a home in a community that's largely unplanned and undeveloped.
  
  
•  Why should I pay an upgrade price for a LOT? Location is the cornerstone of what holds true value. If you have the ability to pay more for location do so. That is something you can always recoup. Water lots, oversized lots, a golf-course  lots etc. are all desirable and will cost extra.

• How can I Find a floor Plan that suits my lifestyle. This is sometimes difficult in that the homes may only be on drawings, but Andrew can usually make that home come to life for you . The understanding of blueprints and the resale market can allow for finding similar looking re sales and show the similarities. 

•    Is it a good idea to use the builder’s  mortgage financing package?  Sometimes.  It depending on your personal financial situation and needs. "A lot of builders have incentives [to encourage buyers to use the builder's financing]. The builder may pay for the title policy or pay a portion of the closing costs. Sometimes, they will run a special if they need to sell [certain homes] within a certain time period: Andrew can certainly help you in finalizing that decision.

• Should my new home be inspected by a third-party professional home inspector? Some say "Definitely," and others say it is not necessary.  An inspection is a smart-money investment even though the home is new. The home should come with a builder's warranty. Read the warranty carefully and note what's covered and for how long.

•  Will my new home be ready prior to my scheduled move-in date?   We will help you understand the move in time frame. Do not count on it ever being early. 

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