8 ways to cultivate connections with builders and developers
Master the new construction niche, and grow your business by building relationships with builders and developers in your market
by Jennifer Peak Oct 10
New fire-resistant California homes may offer a model for rest of US
Supposedly fire-resistant homes newly constructed in Calaveras County are being built with magnesium sourced from Canada
by Ben Verde Oct 5
Understand and master new construction to grow your business
Unlock new opportunities in a low inventory market when you dig into the new construction segment of the residential market
by Jennifer Peak Sep 5
5 tips for helping buyers navigate new home construction
Dealing with a new construction is very different from resale, and agents who understand that difference will ultimately win in this market. Here's what you need to know and how to educate your clients along the way
by Jenny Usaj Oct 15
Helping new build buyers? 5 pre-construction tips
The top things you should prepare pre-construction buyers for early
by Jason D. Greene Jun 26
Construction spending rises again in April as lumber costs climb
Residential construction spending continued to grow in April, rising 1.3% month over month for new single-family builds, according to report from the US Census Bureau
by Daniel Houston Jun 1
10 new construction gotchas agents should watch out for
Navigating new construction is like walking through a field of landmines right now. You can never really be certain of the ground you are setting foot on because all continues to change at a rapid pace
by Cara Ameer May 11
5 tips for helping homebuyers navigate a new construction purchase
It's your responsibility to ensure that your client is well-represented by having excellent knowledge of the process, great relationships with builders, creating clear communication channels and providing the best experience possible for your clients
by Adam Hergenrother Apr 22
What do clients need in 2021? 8 skills every agent must nail
Opinion
In today’s frenzied markets, real estate agents have to be on top of every aspect of the deal. Here’s what buyers and sellers should expect from agents
by Cara Ameer Mar 9
10 new build contract questions every agent should ask
There are many facets to consider when working with buyers who want to go the new construction route, especially with COVID, tariffs and uncertainty at play. These questions tackle some major issues clients could face
by Andrew Bearden Jan 12
8 truths about buying new construction in 2020
Understanding how to deal with builders in the current climate can set the tone for what to expect, should your clients decide to buy new construction
by Cara Ameer Aug 4
How to suss out the 'looky-loos' from actual prospects
Opinion
The ultimate guide to spotting the nosy neighbors, the voyeurs and the users
by Cara Ameer Sep 18
Buyers thinking new build? 10 facts they should know first
While perfection is expected when building a new home, it is important to remember that humans are doing the work and humans aren’t perfect
by Cara Ameer Aug 21
Is that Pinterest-worthy house really a money pit in disguise?
Buyers need to know what they’re buying and the risks that come along with their purchase, especially when the house is new
by Bernice Ross Jun 4
A new home under construction
Agent-developed platform helps homes builders publish and manage MLS data.
by Craig C. Rowe Feb 6