How to make the most out of your model home visit?
Are you thinking of visiting a model home? Whether you are looking for a new home or simply looking for upgrading the home, model home visits turn out to be
very valuable experiences. Model home visit is an important process of buying a new home that requires a lot of thinking. It is not possible to remember every
single thing as it becomes very difficult to retain details. So, here are suggestions you can follow to make your visit worth:
â— Identity location:
The first and foremost point should be the location. You must keep in mind the commodities you will need. For example: distance from the school, safety of the community, distance from the city center etc.
â— Look for the small details:
During the model home visit you are going to look for the big details like kitchen, the master bedroom, bathroom but it is very important to look for all the rooms, features and finishes as you go along.
â— Ask questions:
Model home visit is the perfect time to ask all the questions that have been occupying your mind. Ask about the home features and upgrades. You may also ask to take a look at spec or available home to see what your home plan may look like while it is empty and you may get a better knowledge of the builder’s quality.
Some other questions that can be asked are:
1. What kind of warranties come with your home and who warranties them?
2. What is the average amount that customers are investing in designer options?
3. How many builders are there in the community?4. What kinds of amenities are available in the community?
5. What is included in homes in terms of architectural options and design center choices?
â— Establish a budget:
You must meet a mortgage lender before you visit the builder. It will help you in deciding a budget for your new house. You can ask more relevant questions to the builder like what is the base price of the home is and what are the add-ons.
â— Take pictures and handouts
During the visit to the model home, ask if you can take the pictures. This can help you in keeping a specific track of homes and communities.
â— Always limit your visits:
Avoid visiting more than 4 homes in a day. You will lose focus and will not be able to process the information effectively.
â— Inspect craftsmanship:
Any builder can choose the right paint but during a model home tour it is more important to look at the quality of the actual craftsmanship.
â— Ask about the design process:
Always ask your builder about the design process.
There are three types of home builders:
1. Production home-builders:They offer little customization, you will choose only your paint, floor colors.
2. Semi-custom home builders: They offer more customizations. You will be able to adjust the layouts and dimensions within a certain parameter.
3. Custom home builders: They allow you to design your home from top to bottom.