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New Construction In Beaufort, SC

Thinking of building a custom home in Beaufort, SC or looking at new home communities in the Beaufort Sc area? You may think you don’t need a Realtor and that a middleman might drive up the costs. You may be thinking you know exactly what you want in a new home and how to go about getting it. But there’s so much to consider and a Realtor can assist you along the way.

Ron who is a knowledgeable Beaufort SC Realtor can help you with location and lot selection, choosing a builder, solving design challenges, developing the contract and selecting financing. You may not realize that there is no extra charge for the Realtor’s expertise. Builders usually have a marketing fee built into the home price so that their neighborhood homes are equally priced and so that they have Realtor support and the repeat business they bring. In fact, you may actually be paying a hidden fee for the services of a Realtor, but not receiving all the benefits of Realtor involvement.

Location, Location: Ron knows the Beaufort,SC housing locations better than anyone as a result of spending hours comparing neighborhoods and homes. His expertise will assist you in selecting areas that best suit your needs and wants.

You can build the most wonderful home in the world, but if it’s in the wrong location, you may not be able to enjoy it or see full appreciation value in its. Ron can best ascertain how a home will fit into a particular neighborhood considering factors such as price, design and how the home will be situated on the chosen lot.

Don’t Make Design Mistakes: Even though your Realtors are not decorators or designers, they are aware of what is popular in the current marketplace. With your Realtor’s guidance, you may prevent a design error that would cost you future appreciation and end in resale problems.

Your Realtor spends so much time viewing homes, new and resale, and can offer valid recommendations about which floor plans are best suited to your specific needs or lifestyles. Your Realtor could also take you to view some existing homes with similar floor plans so you can visualize how the home would look upon completion.

Choosing A Builder: One of the most important benefits of consulting a Realtor in this process is to make sure you in select the right builder for your needs and then help to monitor and select the subcontractors that the builder uses. It is imperative to know the reputation of the builder and the satisfaction of past clients.

While a builder deserves to make a fair profit, there may be a need to obtain a second price. If that need arises, your Realtor can assist you in comparing apples to apples and specific details of the home. Details and Contract Assistance: Having a Realtor involved during plan speculation and pricing will ensure that the proposed home will be priced competitively . The builder will price the home and its components knowing that your Realtor, understands fair cost. The presence will also help prevent miscommunication and disagreements with the builder. Your Realtor can help ensure that proper plans are drawn, comprehensive specs are presented and written change orders, after the contract, are signed. Stipulation against mechanics leans and proper attorney representation will prevent legal hassles or disappointments that may occur if proper precautions are not taken.

Financing: Realtors can help you obtain the proper construction financing. If during construction, a new construction financing product becomes available, that change can be made because the Realtor deals with financing on a daily basis and knows what is currently available. One of the major efforts your Realtor can coordinate is the sale of your current home, if one exists, while the new home is being completed. It is very beneficial to have your Realtor early in the process put together a marketing plan that will help sell your home and prevent you from having to move twice. To those who have not done it before, building a new home seems easy. Experienced new homebuyers know the importance of involving a Realtor. If you are considering building a home in the future or buying into a new home community, be careful. Be smart and use Ron Smith for all your real estate needs in the Beaufort, SC area.

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Advice On Buying Your First Home In Beaufort, SC

Let me assist you and determine your wishes and dreams – not only for the first home, but also for those in the future.

Get pre-qualified/pre-approved so you will know the range of homes you qualify for ahead of time and can avoid unnecessary frustration.

Start the home-buying process early and understand the parameters of your current lease (the amount of notice you must give) and back out lead times to ensure you allow enough time for the process.

Recognize that in most cases, you probably won’t get everything you want in a first home. Make prudent decisions to maximize appreciation, which will help you make that dream house a reality in the future.

Be sure the heat/AC systems, roof and structure are in good shape so you can concentrate on cosmetic improvements where you will obtain a better return on your investment.

Challenge yourself to keep an open mind about the type of home you purchase. Condo vs. single family home – look at the different available options and don’t discount one over the other (e.g. “I wouldn’t live in an attached home.”).The reality is the appreciation of the attached home may be greater and may help you reach the goal of the dream home faster.

Make sure the home has a warranty. A first-time homebuyer doesn’t need surprises. If a warranty is not provided, buy one. Our Home Trust warranty is available to give you peace of mind.

Consult an accountant to determine the tax implications of home buying. Once you have a better idea of what is deductible (points, interest, etc.), it may improve the affordability of the home.

Know the history of the area you are considering. I will do an analysis of the neighborhood and the appreciation of homes there.

Look at documents, history and need for any special assessment in the neighborhood. Please let me know if you have any questions or if I can assist with any of the above information.

Home Inspections part 11 & 12

12. Should I also have a Homeowner’s Warranty?

In addition to a Home Inspector’s report, you can also protect yourself with this warranty. It is especially useful when buying an older home or one that has been vacant for some time. The seller may offer a warranty with the sale. If not, you can buy a warranty on your own. Ask us about it.

Inspections are usually paid for by the buyer, but can be scheduled by your agent or the buyer.

Inspections part 10

11. Is a Termite Inspection part of the general inspection?
Most lenders also require a Termite Inspection. If termites are found, you must have proof that the house has been treated and that any termite damage has been repaired.