Many builders' reps know very little. It's always "I gotta ask the builder about that". Even worse if the "main" rep is on vacation and there's a temp or someone from another community for that time.
I think it depends on the rep and how long they’ve been in the business. Newer ones are looking to get a sale. Not necessarily a bad thing. I think you need ones that have good attention to detail.
I think you should hire someone who knows these areas and can point you in the right direction. This isn’t an easy question to answer in a text. There are good and bad spots of each area. And pro and cons of each area. Why are you wanting to be in Manor?
All great insights...thankss, Jeremy! As someone that worked for a builder for several years, these are all facts everyone should know that wants new construction.
I’ve only ever done resale homes because you get what you see, no surprises 6 months later… not sure if I’ll ever buy new unless it’s some luxury spec home when I win the lottery :)
This is where having a good agent helps. Ones that close a lot of deals work with more inspectors and know which ones are better. Reviews online can only go so far.
That San Marcos community you're talking about sounds like La Cima. We stopped our search there a few years ago when we found out how close that neighborhood is to the flood plain. I could've sworn some of the homes or at least right behind said homes were right in the plain. Not only that, but looking at high-powered electrical lines on their 70' lots was no bueno.
also what separates a good builder? for example, I hear paradisa is good. what makes them better than others? I assume they contract out a lot of work. Why would they uniquely get the good contractors?
Again, having someone who works regularly with builders will know which ones are better. Quality is important. Having a really good construction manager for the builder in the community is important. Who the builder uses for their trades or subs will be very important. But, the sales rep will always tell you how great their guy is.
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My parents have bought and lived in 3 new homes. They bought a lennar home in late 2019 and the builders honered the warranty well
That’s good. After 2019 that changed a lot.
It's probably best if you go in with the expectation that home builders are like car salesmen.
that's rough but not inaccurate
New construction is really good only when you got knowledgeable realtor representing you. 😉
Good* being the most important word.
Great video! What communities are being show at the 7:17-7:25 mark? Thanks!
Many builders' reps know very little. It's always "I gotta ask the builder about that". Even worse if the "main" rep is on vacation and there's a temp or someone from another community for that time.
I think it depends on the rep and how long they’ve been in the business. Newer ones are looking to get a sale. Not necessarily a bad thing. I think you need ones that have good attention to detail.
What do you think of Manor? I don't have kids right now, so I am not really worried about the school district, but do you think it will get better.
I think you should hire someone who knows these areas and can point you in the right direction. This isn’t an easy question to answer in a text.
There are good and bad spots of each area. And pro and cons of each area. Why are you wanting to be in Manor?
All great insights...thankss, Jeremy! As someone that worked for a builder for several years, these are all facts everyone should know that wants new construction.
Thank you!!! I hope they were helpful!
I went to the builder’s lender. They origination fee was $13k. The incentive was $20k and I end up breaking even.
Yup. And I’m sure the experience wasn’t amazing.
I’ve only ever done resale homes because you get what you see, no surprises 6 months later… not sure if I’ll ever buy new unless it’s some luxury spec home when I win the lottery :)
Call me when that happens 😎
how do you get a "really good inspection?" Better said, how can you tell who is good at inspection?
This is where having a good agent helps. Ones that close a lot of deals work with more inspectors and know which ones are better. Reviews online can only go so far.
A really good agent will have a go to inspector they have used forever and will refer you to them. 😊
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Great job Jeremy 👏🏽
Thanks
That San Marcos community you're talking about sounds like La Cima. We stopped our search there a few years ago when we found out how close that neighborhood is to the flood plain. I could've sworn some of the homes or at least right behind said homes were right in the plain. Not only that, but looking at high-powered electrical lines on their 70' lots was no bueno.
It’s not the only I was specifically talk about. Yet, that is a concern for parts of La CIMA.
also what separates a good builder? for example, I hear paradisa is good. what makes them better than others? I assume they contract out a lot of work. Why would they uniquely get the good contractors?
Again, having someone who works regularly with builders will know which ones are better. Quality is important. Having a really good construction manager for the builder in the community is important. Who the builder uses for their trades or subs will be very important. But, the sales rep will always tell you how great their guy is.
Good stuff, brother!
Thanks man!
:) Love that you are back to work :)
These mistakes are super easy to avoid, just get a realtor.
Edit: As a buyer, the agent is free for you.
Solid advice
I'd hire a PM to babysit as it's built and correct it then. Trades are a mess of don't cares, illegals and just horrible craftsmanship.
Expensive hire.