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When you’re thinking about looking at Alexandria, VA, homes for sale you need to take a qualified Buyer’s Agent with you.  They will represent your best interests in the home buying process – as opposed to the builder whose top priority is to sell you a home. 

Now that you’re convinced you need an agent to represent you and your needs, consider that agent your guide through the sometimes frightening jungle of buying new construction.  Here are four valuable things you can expect your guide to do for you:

1. Navigate the rapids of contracts and negotiations.  This process can be mind-boggling, but an experienced REALTOR® knows that there is always room to negotiate with your builder.  Your agent will help you stay afloat and advise you on special builder incentives, discounts on upgrades and/or discounts from suppliers/vendors.
2. Crack the whip on the closing date.  Builders are notorious for delayed schedules, therefore delayed closing dates.  While many valid factors can affect the construction schedule, a savvy REALTOR® will insist that you get a 30-day notice of closing date in the contract.
3. Steer you around danger.  The best buyer’s agents will aid you in finding a top-notch licensed structural engineer to inspect the structure of the home before drywall is hung.  At this point the engineer can do an inspection of the systems that are being installed in your home.  Of course, the best builders offer regular, planned inspections during key stages of construction.
4. Get you home in one piece.  An experienced Buyer’s Agent for new construction will make sure that the home building process is as painless as possible.  It may be a jungle out there, but your agent will get you home safe and sound.

 Do you have any new construction developments with Alexandria, VA, homes for sale that you want to look at?  Give me a call at 703-090-3939, and I’ll be happy to represent your interests as your Buyer’s Agent.  I’d love to tell you about the new construction homes that fit your requirements.  Just email me at Steve@HomeSearchWebsite.com to start your new construction home search today!

Steve Hawkins
Long and Foster REALTORS®
Springfield, Virginia
www.HomeSearchWebsite.com
Steve@HomeSearchWebsite.com
703-909-3939