Buying a new home is exciting. You get to build your dream from the ground up, choosing your lot, your model, interior finishes and upgrades. But like any home purchase, buying new construction is serious business, an expensive transaction with many financial implications – comps, long-term value, loan options and more all require consideration.
That’s why it’s a good idea to obtain representation from a Realtor® when considering a new home purchase to answer your questions objectively and protect your interests.
Builder sales reps represent the builder. Often builders have their own agents on site to answer questions, assist people who walk in, and ultimately help with a purchase. Builder reps provide a valuable service: They can explain differences between models and floor plans and share information about financing options, upgrades and specials. But it’s important to remember that builder reps represent the builder, as they are contractually obligated to do. “Realtors® are trusted resources for real estate information and can help home buyers navigate the increasingly complex home-buying process,” said National Association of Realtors® President Gary Thomas. “The buyer agency agreement ensures the buyer that his or her Realtor® will represent the interests of the buyer alone and not the seller.”
12863 Dejarol Dr
Green Oak Twp, Michigan 48178
3 BR | 2 BA | 2,024 Sqft
MLS# 219119464 | Residential
11195 Spencer Rd
Brighton Twp, Michigan 48114
4 BR | 3.1 BA | 2,500 Sqft
MLS# 219119301 | Residential
11015 Lavender Crt
Tyrone Twp, Michigan 48430
4 BR | 4.2 BA | 3,300 Sqft
MLS# 219116480 | Residential
685 County Farm Rd
Marion Twp, Michigan 48843
4 BR | 2.1 BA | 1,862 Sqft
MLS# 219114551 | Residential
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Casablanca Real Estate Company, LLC
3129 Harbor Pointe Cir
Fenton Twp, Michigan 48430
3 BR | 2.1 BA | 1,780 Sqft
MLS# 219115470 | Condominium
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Tremaine Real Living Real Estate
329 Baintree Blvd
Brighton Twp, Michigan 48114
4 BR | 3.1 BA | 3,200 Sqft
MLS# 219113272 | Residential
Tbd Baintree Blvd Lot 124
Brighton, Michigan 48114
4 BR | 2.1 BA | 2,600 Sqft
MLS# 219110145 | Residential
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Coldwell Banker Town & Country
Tbb Xanadu
Brighton, Michigan 48114
4 BR | 3.1 BA | 2,500 Sqft
MLS# 219109262 | Residential
5822 Pond Hill Crt
Genoa Twp, Michigan 48843
4 BR | 2.1 BA | 2,528 Sqft
MLS# 219107772 | Residential
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Coldwell Banker T & C Real Est
16044 Bedington Dr
Fenton Twp, Michigan 48451
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,615 Sqft
MLS# 219096446 | Residential
16501 Bedington Dr
Fenton Twp, Michigan 48451
3 BR | 2.1 BA | 2,375 Sqft
MLS# 219096414 | Residential
9140 Wooden Shoe Crt
Green Oak Twp, Michigan 48116
4 BR | 3.1 BA | 2,251 Sqft
MLS# 219106944 | Residential
9097 Lanning Ln
Green Oak Twp, Michigan 48116
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,810 Sqft
MLS# 219106967 | Residential
612 Cherry Blossom Ln
Fenton, Michigan 48430
3 BR | 2.1 BA | 1,864 Sqft
MLS# 219103272 | Residential
13161 Harbor Landings Dr
Fenton Twp, Michigan 48430
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,800 Sqft
MLS# 219102088 | Condominium
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Tremaine Real Living Real Estate
10552 Stoney Pointe Dr
Green Oak Twp, Michigan 48178
4 BR | 3.1 BA | 4,049 Sqft
MLS# 219100272 | Residential
11634 Island Crt
Hartland Twp, Michigan 48353
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,700 Sqft
MLS# 219099595 | Residential
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Remerica United Realty-Brighton
800 N Hacker Rd
Hartland Twp, Michigan 48843
4 BR | 2.1 BA | 2,435 Sqft
MLS# 219099911 | Residential
1325 Starlight Crt
Hartland Twp, Michigan 48843
4 BR | 2.1 BA | 2,820 Sqft
MLS# 219097946 | Residential
7627 Bent Grass Trail (homesite 79)
Oceola Twp, Michigan 48843
3 BR | 2.1 BA | 1,890 Sqft
MLS# 219093383 | Residential
16305 Red Fox Trl
Fenton Twp, Michigan 48451
3 BR | 2.1 BA | 1,868 Sqft
MLS# 219091803 | Residential
614 Cherry Blossom Ln
Fenton, Michigan 48430
4 BR | 3.1 BA | 2,350 Sqft
MLS# 219082804 | Residential
1754 Welland St
Howell, Michigan 48855
3 BR | 3 BA | 1,745 Sqft
MLS# 219089256 | Condominium
16280 Hi Land Trl
Fenton Twp, Michigan 48451
3 BR | 2.1 BA | 2,200 Sqft
MLS# 219083148 | Residential
Unit11 Taratola Ln
Marion Twp, Michigan 48843
4 BR | 2.1 BA | 2,111 Sqft
MLS# 219082238 | Residential
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Casablanca Real Estate Company, LLC
2698 Pineview
Brighton Twp, Michigan 48114
4 BR | 2.1 BA | 3,000 Sqft
MLS# 219071922 | Residential
61990 Savannah Dr
South Lyon, Michigan 48178
4 BR | 2.1 BA | 3,135 Sqft
MLS# 219068630 | Residential
5608 Point Pelee Ct
Hamburg Twp, Michigan 48189
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,768 Sqft
MLS# 543266196 | Condominium
293 N Second Street 107
Brighton, Michigan 48116
3 BR | 2.1 BA | 1,966 Sqft
MLS# 219054406 | Condominium
293 N Second Street 106
Brighton, Michigan 48116
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,987 Sqft
MLS# 219053777 | Condominium
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Fiduciary responsibility. One of the most important considerations for any buyer is fiduciary responsibility. When you retain the services of a Realtor®, their responsibility is to you. That means you have an expert who is looking out for your best financial interests, an expert who’s contractually obligated to protect you. A Realtor® can help you navigate the new-construction contract; help you understand how specific clauses, riders and upgrade options affect you; and make sure you know what you need to before you sign on the dotted line.
Negotiating a better deal. Finding the right model and picking your upgrades is the fun part. Once you’re ready to sign the contract, a Realtor® can work on your behalf to negotiate the terms, from upgrade options to financing and closing costs. In addition, a Realtor® can present other options for financing or might be able to work with the builder’s lender directly to get you a better rate for your mortgage.
Shepherding your new home to closing. Signing a contract with a builder is just the beginning. You must also line up financing, work with title companies and attend numerous inspections throughout the construction. A Realtor® can manage that process and can accompany you on inspections to ensure you’re not missing anything at each construction milestone.