New Home Buying 101 - Part Two

Research your options

Before you start to search in person, you will likely begin your search online. According to a recent study by the National Association of Realtors, a typical buyer starts their search online then visits at least 10 homes over 10 weeks before making a buying decision.

Check out the new homes that are available from RM Homes right now. Move-in ready homes are available, and you can also choose from select homes that are currently under construction.

Things you can learn more about online before you even step foot into a home:

• Neighborhoods
• Builders
• Communities
• Home style / price
• Finishes – what’s included?
• When do you want to move – will homes be ready for you?

Create a Wish List

Start out with all the things that are most important to you, and things you don’t want in a new home. This should include the location, interior, exterior, features, garage, community amenities and budget. Be as specific as possible, especially to start.

Take a Tour - Shop & Compare 

Here’s the fun part! Do your research in person. Search for homes that fit your wish list. Once you narrow down your options, tour with a new home community sales manager, or tour with your real estate broker.

Touring homes can be an educational process. It will help you narrow down exactly what is most important to you. Touring also gives you first-hand knowledge of how much you should expect to spend in your preferred neighborhoods.

Track your Pros and Cons

As you visit each home, keep track of how it stacks up against your wish list. Write your favorite things about the home you toured, and also write the things you like least about it. This will allow you to go back later to review what you have seen. It also allows you to refine your wish list.