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How To Choose A Builder That's Right For You

Builders come in all shapes and sizes. Not every builder can meet every customer's needs, nor should they try to. Much like a doctor, lawyer or mechanic, builders are widely specialized. From country cottages to beach-front mansions and from custom homes to production housing, the skills and expertise needed for each vary greatly. How many years a builder has been in business is only one indicator of a successful company. There is much more to consider. The Pocono Builders Association and Pennsylvania Builders Association offer excellent advice on how to select a builder. We offer 12 tips to consider in selecting a builder that's right for you..

  1. Choose a builder that is properly licensed and insured. If a builder isn't ready, willing and able to offer this information, run the other way.
  2. Choose a builder that DOES NOT require a deposit on construction. With the exception of small up-front costs, such as blueprint fees, if a builder requires a deposit on actual construction of your home that should be a big, red flag that something is wrong. Unless you are financing through a lender, who requires 5%,10%, or 20% down as a condition of financing, you do not have to put money down to have a house built in the Poconos.
  3. Choose a builder that is a member of the Better Business Bureau and the local or state and national builder's associations. Membership in such organizations simply means that the company cares; It cares about its reputation and it cares about its standing within the community. And while it speaks to the overall credibility of the company, it does not speak to exactly who you should choose to build your home.
  4. Choose a builder that has more than five years experience building the type, style and size of home you are interested in. You wouldn't hire a real estate attorney to sue your dentist, so make sure you choose a builder skilled in the type of home you are considering.
  5. Choose a builder that readily offers references from past customers. The availability of references is very important. If a builder can't proudly point to satisfied customers, there may not be any.
  6. Choose a builder that has an office and support staff, and one that can show you model homes, homes under construction and homes of past customers. You wouldn't buy a $50,000 car without going to a dealership and seeing one first, so don't buy a home from someone without a respectable office, business operation and model homes to show you.
  7. Choose a builder that has a comprehensive and specific contract that outlines, in detail, the obligations and roles of both parties and offers plenty of time for contract review by both you and your attorney, if you so choose.
  8. If you are planning to finance your new home, choose a builder that has a working relationship with more than one lender and can explain the construction loan process. Construction loans are not conventional mortgages and a knowledgeable builder will easily be able to explain the differences.
  9. If you don't already own land, select a builder with experience in real estate and land development. Not every parcel of land in the Poconos is buildable. Your builder should be able to help you select from many, many building lots and locations and should be able to offer much more selection than the lots they themselves own. A common misconception is that builders own all the land they build on. On the contrary, most builders own little, if any land. They usually work with realtors to help buyers secure a lot to build on. It's good to choose a builder that is also a realtor or has a close working relationship with one if you are going to need to select a building location.
  10. Choose a builder who shows a willingness to meet your needs and not oversell you on their products or services. Avoid high-pressure salespeople. Deciding to build a home involves a somewhat long learning curve, so don't allow yourself to be rushed into anything.
  11. Don't be afraid to ask questions. Not only is the information you gain important, but it will help you evaluate the patience and knowledge of the builder and/or their sales team.
  12. Most importantly, choose someone you are comfortable with. The home building experience is only as good as the relationship you have with your builder. If you're not comfortable on the first visit, you're not likely to end up a happy customer. Your builder should be welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable. If not, they shouldn't be YOUR builder.

 


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