Questions to Ask When Building a New Home
Building a new home may be the most complex process anyone goes through. You want
to make sure you're making the best investment possible. There are several important
questions to ask when building a new home. Read below for our top 10 questions to
ask when building a new home.
- What is the builder’s history?
When building a new home it is important to question the builder’s reputation.
Find out how long the builder has been in business and how many homes they
build per year. You want a company who has been in business for awhile in
order to ensure that they have the experience and expertise in building
quality homes. When building a new home ask how many homes the company builds
per year. Make sure that each home is given the personal attention needed for
the quality you deserve.
Brandl Anderson Homes recognizes that your real estate investment is
important to you. We have been in the business of building new homes for
over a decade. Last year we built over 150 homes. We work hard to provide
the highest quality craftsmanship at an affordable price. Our customer
toolbox, customer service department and service and warranty department
ensure your satisfaction.
- What products are used in building a new home?
The answer to this question tells you the quality of your new home. You want
a builder who uses reputable companies for their labor and materials. The best
rule of thumb to use is do you recognize the names of the products or
contractors and what do you know about their reputation? For example if a
builder provides GE Appliances, Kohler faucets, and Lennox heating and cooling
systems you can bet they will provide a quality new home.
- What is the appreciation history of new homes in the area?
Your new home is one of your biggest investments. You want to make sure your
return on investment will pay big dividends. Ask the new home building
representative or your Real Estate Agent what the appreciation history is
in the area you are looking to build. Location is very important not only
in terms of your lifestyle, but also in your investment.
- What type of warranty is given?
Warranty details are an important question to ask when building a new home.
When you buy a new car you care about the warranty provided. You should be
just as concerned about the warranty provided when buying a new home.
- Do I have choices in my selections?
Building a new home is one of the most personal decisions you will make.
Everyone has a different sense of how their home should look. You want to
make sure that you have many options in personalizing your home and making
it unique to you and your style. A homebuilder who provides many selections
in one centralized location offers a unique service. You are able to make
all your selections and see how the colors work together.
Brandl Anderson Homes has partnered with Christopher David Design to create
a one-stop selection center. You are able to choose floor and wall coverings,
lighting, window treatments and more for your new home.
- What options do I have in homesites?
There are three different types of homesites to choose from which will
determine the style of your basement. They are walk-out, lookout and flat.
A walk-out basement allows you to have a door leading outside in your
basement. A lookout homesite will have windows in the basement. A flat
homesite will have egress windows. The layout of the land determines what
type of basement can be built on the homesite. An important question to
ask when building a new home relates to the specific homesites available
through the homebuilder. It is important to walk and see the homesites
you have to choose from. It will give you a better sense of where you
will live.
- How much money down is needed?
It is essential to ask how much money is needed for a down payment. Many
times you will need to sell your home before you have a significant amount
of money to put down on your new home. Ask the new home builder representative
what their payment schedule is.
If you have an existing home to sell Value Realty can help. Brandl Anderson
Homes has teamed up with Value Realty to list your existing home. A
professional real estate agent will work with you to determine a selling price
and list your home on the Minnesota MLS (multiple listing service).
- What floor plans are available?
One advantage to building a new home is that you have choices in the house plan.
You can find a house plan that best suits your lifestyle. A good question to ask
is whether or not you can customize or semi-customize the floor plan for your
new home to fit your needs.
- How long will the building process take?
An important question when building a new home is how long will the process
take? The answer to this question will determine your schedule as far as
listing your existing home, making temporary living arrangements if needed
and so on. Some homebuilders offer an up-to-date production schedule that
you can access online. These types of tools allow you to see the building
process as it is happening.
Brandl Anderson Homes provides an online customer toolbox for each homeowner.
In the customer toolbox you are able to access information such as your
production schedule, photos of your home being built, and a message board
which sends your messages directly to a customer service representative.
- What if I don’t have perfect credit?
In most cases buyers must be able to qualify for a mortgage on their new home.
If you are worried about your credit history then ask if the homebuilder has a preferred
lender. Ask if the builder is able to offer any incentives, discounts or special financing
through a preferred lender.
Brandl Anderson Homes works with Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, a mortgage
lender specializing in new home construction loans. Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
is able to provide many mortgage options.
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