Once you’ve decided that you’re ready to build a custom home in the Wallingford area you’re ready for the next step. But you may ask yourself: “Do I need a real estate agent? Or can I just talk with a builder? Truth be told, it’s not always an “either/or” situation. Let’s look at what both of these professionals bring to the table.
One of the keys to a successful home building experience is to select the right builder. It’s important to find a trustworthy builder with whom you’re comfortable. Because real estate agents tend to know a wide variety of builders, they can steer you away from builders with a less than sterling reputation. Plus, they can point you toward builders who specialize in exactly what you’re looking for.
If you aren’t completely familiar with the areas and neighborhoods, a real estate agent can help you sort through your options. Agents are generally familiar with various neighborhoods. They can help you evaluate which areas are most likely to fit your wants and needs.
You may have purchased a home before, but if you've never built a brand new home from the ground up, it's a different process. An agent can walk you through that process and point out important aspects may not have considered. Contract language can get a little dense and it's good to have someone on your side who is well-versed in the lingo.
You hear all the time about location being so important when building a new home. But location is about more than ease of access to work and schools. You aren’t just buying a house you’re also buying the lot it will sit on. Not all lots are created equal. A good builder knows how to ensure that your lot is suitable for building and won’t cost you extra because of extra preparation and grading.
At the end of the day, both real estate agents and builders bring valuable knowledge, information, and expertise to the table. Often the ideal solution is the get the best of both worlds and find an agent and a builder who will work well together with you to help you create the home you really want.