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Article #309: New Construction Concerns

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Many people are of the opinion that when it "looks" good.
purchasing a new construction home that If you spend some time online you can
there are few concerns, the home is brand learn about various different kinds of
new; so what is the worry? Unfortunately housing scams that are being run by less
there are some new construction home that than honest builders. Take into account
have more problems then their older that these scams usually involve the
counterparts for a variety of reasons. "suggested" mortgage company and other
One of the most unfortunate of these is people involved in the construction and
unscrupulous contractors and builders. sale of the homes.
With the current housing boom, homes are One things that s absolutely necessary
being constructed faster than ever before before purchasing any home new or old is
and some new homes have sadly declined in a home inspection. It is a falsehood that
integrity as builders strive to maintain inspections are not required for newly
their bottom line by using sub-standard built homes. What if there is an error in
materials and labor. the foundation, or the wiring? Maybe
Before buying a new construction home, do there have been sub-standard materials
some research and investigate the builder used in the plumbing or heating systems?
in question. What is their track record Are you ready to take that chance? Always
like? If they have done other projects, be wary of sellers that downplay the
talk to the owners and find out if they necessity of the home inspection on homes
have anything to say about their new or old. If they want to skip the
experience, positive or negative. inspection, there might be a significant
Remember, this is a huge purchase, so reason for it.
don't rush into anything simply because






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