Building a new home is exciting, and there are a lot of moving parts. Lori grew up around it. Her dad was a Realtor and home builder in Rochester in the 1960s and ’70s. We’re happy to be in your corner from the first builder meeting to the day you get the keys.
The building timeline
Representation
- Someone on your side, not the builder’s
- Help understanding the builder’s contract and timeline
- A second set of eyes on price and what’s included
Choosing a builder
- Questions to ask in each interview
- Look at homes they’ve finished and talk to past buyers
Finding the lot
- Location, school district and commute
- Covenants, association rules and utilities to check before you commit
Financing
- Construction loans and builder incentives explained
- Negotiating upgrades and terms
Closing
- Final walk-through and punch list
- Title work and signing the paperwork
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