New Home Construction

The difference between the builder agent and the buyer agent - Bringing your own agent can save you time, money and tons of frustration!

WHAT IS A BUILDER'S AGENT?

When you buy a new construction, the home’s builder is considered the "seller", and the agent representing the builder is called the "builder’s agent". The builder’s agent will always have the builder’s best interest in mind. That's not wrong for them to be that way, it's just a fact. After all, the job of the builder’s agent is to get the highest price for the homes the builder is selling so the agent is not going to be as eager to negotiate down.

WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE YOUR OWN AGENT?

Your real estate agent is there to advocate for your and accompany you, at least on your first visit to the new construction. Why?

• Because the builder (aka the seller) will be responsible for paying the commission, and needs to know if you’ll have a real estate agent representing you. Bringing your agent to the first visit will make it clear that the builder’s agent will be on the hook for paying commission - not you.

• Some builders might even refuse to pay your agent a commission if you don’t register the agent the first time you visit the home on a new construction site.

• Your real estate agent’s job is to help you get the most value for your money, with the least hassle and frustration.

NEGOTIATING EXTRAS:

Want upgraded counters or appliances in that new home? Your agent can help you with all those extra perks, amenities, and upgrades. Agents can negotiate with the builder on things like paint color or even the style of garage door, especially if the housing development is in the beginning stages.

RECOMMENDING FINANCING:

A builder typically will have a “preferred” lender that it will try to steer you to, but your real estate agent can help make sure that you’re getting the mortgage that works best for your situation. Shopping around is always wise, and you don’t want the builder’s agent pressuring you into using their suggested professional unless it’s right for you.

OVERSEEING A HOME INSPECTION:

Tempted to forgo a home inspection in new construction? Don’t do it! The number and severity of new-home defects often rival resale home problems. The builder’s agent is unlikely to push for or offer up an inspection, so it’s up to you and your real estate agent to make it happen.

How the builder’s agent can help you?

• They are knowledgeable about the construction and available amenities, as well as the housing development and general community vibe.

• You can rely on the builder’s agent for background information—just don’t make this individual your sole point of contact on the buying and selling process.

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