Considering a New Construction Home ? Why Use a Realtor?

Attention Boeing Relocations, we are approved Charleston Realtors with your 3rd party company to assist you in your new construction or resale purchase. Call 843-849-5217 or email info@CharlestonRelocationExperts.com to get started on your search!

Representation ? the builder's interest is represented and protected by their onsite agent (who in most cases is a licensed real estate agent). This person's sole responsibility is to earn the builder more money by selling new construction at the highest possible price. This person solely represents the builder and is in no way on your side, period. Their salary or commission comes directly from the builder and they earn more money if they sell you property above market price or even with fewer included amenities. You need knowledgeable representation to protect your interest.

Experience ? not just any real estate agent will do. You need a Realtor who has extensive experience in both buying and selling new construction in the area.   With over 15 years of combined experience, we have sold many new construction homes.  In fact, Michele has earned certification as a Certified New Home Specialist.  Margaret, Laura and Michele also hold the designations of Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR). In order to serve our clients better, we frequently take continuing education classes. To date, I have assisted over 200 families achieve the American Dream in Charleston, SC.   We believe with our education and experience on your side of the table, you cannot lose.

New Home Construction
We Save You Time and Money!

Location, Appreciation, Property/Builder ? the old adage 'location, location, location' simply does not apply as well as it used to. Today you must consider all facts and look towards appreciation, resale value, home builder's reputation, as well as location. It is not enough to simply find a home in Charleston that you like, you will be much happier if you find a home you like that also will appreciate down the road! We can help you identify the locations, builders, neighborhoods, and floor plans that give you everything you want including the greatest appreciation potential.

Contract Negotiation ? We are here to protect your financial interests. When it comes time to write, negotiate, amend, and review a final contract on a new construction property you need a knowledgeable and seasoned professional on your side. If you do not, you may get stuck with additional charges, after-the-fact upgrade fees, hidden construction delays, inflated prices, or even contract revocation. It is possible for builders to try to extend the build time up to 9 months past the promised competition date, charge $25 per day to water grass seed during construction, and even a custom builder who did not include the cost of appliances in the final contract! This could have cost you the buyer $$ thousands.
 
Monitoring Progress ? We physically travel to the build site bi-weekly to verify that the builder is making required progress, and taking photos of the progress. This phase of construction is extremely important and not all Realtors are willing to monitor the build progress and report back to you. We feel that it is very important to do so in order to facilitate work orders, change orders, and to verify the accuracy of the build cost. Without this step your build time is almost always extended and additional costs are almost always added. Visit My New Home page to view past tour of new construction homes in progress.
Dispute Resolution ? in the event of a dispute with the builder over cost, build time, work orders, etc. you need the backing a strong Realtor and large Real Estate Company. A builder is much more likely to yield when dealing with a top producing Realtor from a leading Real Estate Company who is bringing them a lot of business. No builder wants to scorn a major source of business and we certainly bring a ton of business to Charleston builders.

After Closing ? I facilitate and speed along any builder fixes and control those costs. Whether you spend $200,000 or $2,000,000, there are always issues and a 'punch list' associated with new construction. No builder is perfect and all try to minimize their after closing expenditures. The CRE Team will work very hard on your behalf to get every problem fixed at no cost to you.
What Do You Have to Gain or Lose?!?

Will it Cost Me More? No, all compensation earned by a Realtor representing you in a transaction is recognized by the home builder as a marketing fee and has no impact on the final cost of the home. Home builders expect and encourage Realtor participation; we simply bring them too much business to be ignored. Charleston area home builders keep us informed of their current inventory, special incentives, and other information to help our buyers choose the right home.

I Save You Money! Are you getting what you are entitled to...both in quality and value? An experienced agent knows what you should receive and what "extras" might be available. We are not misled by proposed builder add-ons that produce little or no additional resale value!

Resale! Give your investment the best opportunity for appreciation at resale. Questions concerning site location, builder, design, floor plan and decor are important. Which options will make your home stand out when it comes time to sell?  We know what sells in Charleston and we will tell you how to maximize your profit! Our experience, knowledge, and reputation represent strength and leverage on your behalf.

Below are some of the Charleston areas premier home builders.  Click on Logo for Neighborhoods and Price Range.