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By Patty Reitkovich for the Home Builders Association of Greater Savannah
Browsing through model homes or attending open houses is a great way to gather design and decorating ideas before purchasing a home. Photograph by Karen Daiss
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Browsing through model homes is an activity that many people enjoy. Some go to observe designs and plan for the day when they will own a home, others go to look for new decorating ideas, and the rest are there to buy a new home.
The sales person is not only there to sell you a home, but also to provide a resource of information on the home, development projects, and the area.
Besides the initial questions of how much the home costs and the closing dates, there are a number of other questions that potential buyers should ask themselves:
Will the builder give you references of recent buyers/occupants?
Does the builder have a financing plan established?
Are there options in the floor plan? For example, can a basement or deck be added?
Can a room such as the basement be left unfinished?
How much ³customizing² can be done versus standard features?
Can appliances be upgraded or downgraded?
Are there any additional fees relating to the home or development?
Does the builder offer a warranty program?
Does the price include landscaping? And if so, what is the extent of the coverage?
Are there any restrictive covenants?
What are the estimated property taxes?
How is the school system rated?
Are day care and grocery stores convenient and satisfactory?
How far are emergency facilities such as police stations, fire departments, and hospitals located?
Are there any major development plans for the area in the next 5 years.
You have a right to ask every question that you think is important. A professional builder and sales representative will want you to be a happy and satisfied homeowner. Talking with neighbors about the area, school systems, etc. is also a good idea.
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