Guide to New Construction Homes

If you’re looking to purchase a new construction home, you’re in luck! There are a lot of new construction communities in the Greater Philadelphia area, and many of them will be ready in time for next Spring and Summer.

There are a few things to keep in mind when purchasing a new construction home because it’s a bit different than buying a pre-existing home. One big thing to remember is that when you’re home hunting and visiting model homes, it’s really important to bring your own agent. This is because if you show up to a model home without your agent, the builder’s representative will automatically become your agent – and their fiduciary interest is the builder. However, your buyer’s agent doesn’t cost you anything, and will advocate on your behalf and help you to negotiate through the entire process.

EveryHome buyers choosing options for their new Ryan home!

Many of the new developments in the area are pretty customizable, meaning that you as the buyer will be able to contribute significantly to the design and plan and colors of your home. Of course, some of these customizations are going to be in the form of upgrades – meaning it could raise the price a bit. Typically, these more customized homes take approximately 6-9 months to be built after you go under contract.

Alternatively, some new communities are semi-custom – these are typically the developments with more homes – and the delivery dates on these homes may be quicker than 6-9 months, although they don’t allow for quite as much customization.

If you think you might be interested in a new construction home, we’d love to provide you with a comprehensive list of new communities in the area.