Build a New Home

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.”

For Sale$749,900

9046 Northpointe Rdg  

Brighton Twp, Michigan 48114

4 BR | 3.1 BA | 3,600 Sqft 

MLS# 218027615 | Residential

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For Sale$630,000

6652 Westminister St  

Deerfield Twp, Michigan 48430

3 BR | 3.1 BA | 2,100 Sqft 

MLS# 2200037395 | Residential

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For Sale$420,000

293 N Second Street 107 

Brighton, Michigan 48116

3 BR | 2.1 BA | 1,966 Sqft 

MLS# 219054406 | Condominium

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Mitch Harris Building Co, Inc

For Sale$425,000

293 N Second Street 106 

Brighton, Michigan 48116

3 BR | 2 BA | 1,987 Sqft 

MLS# 219053777 | Condominium

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Mitch Harris Building Co, Inc

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Listing Data last updated: 7th March, 2021 07:00 MST Service by Buying Buddy IDX CRM

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.