What to Know Before Buying a New Construction Home

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Buy New Construction in St. Louis or St. Charles County.

Agent- The first thing you need to do is find an experienced agent to help you with the buying & building process. Most importantly someone thats not affiliated with the builder in any way.

The agent located on site represents the builders best interest at all times so you will want an agent on your side to represent your best interests.

Qualified agents will advise you on how to structure your offer to the builder its provided you with invaluable information on upgrades and improvements are worth the money and which ones should be done after your home is complete.

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Get everything in writing– If your considering building a home from start to finish get everything in writing.

You will also want to make sure that everyone is in agreement of a timeline and what the consequences are if the deadlines are not met.

Your agent should review and go over all paperwork with you.

Research your builder– Most builders are easy enough to research online however I would also speak with neighbors in the subdivision to find out what their experience has been. Many times your experience will vary from subdivision to subdivision even with the same builder based on the project manager overseeing the build.

Research your lender: Most builders will provide their “preferred lender” however that does not necessarily mean you are getting a good deal. Always talk with at least 3 lender to ensure you are getting the best deal.

Remember using an agent to purchase a new construction home is usually complimentary for buyers (your agent will check in advance). Builders pay the buyers agent to ensure a buyer also has representation.

🏡 Top New Construction Home Builders in the St. Louis Area

Rolwes Company
A third-generation homebuilder known for solid construction and quality homes throughout Greater St. Louis.
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McKelvey Homes
Established in 1898, McKelvey Homes is Missouri’s oldest homebuilder, offering decades of trusted craftsmanship and design expertise.
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McBride Homes
One of the most active builders in the region, McBride Homes closed over 1,000 homes in 2024. They specialize in a wide variety of communities and price points.
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Fischer & Frichtel Homes
A top-rated builder in St. Charles County and beyond. They offer luxury and custom homes with options to build on your lot or in master-planned communities.
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If you are looking to buy a new construction home in St. Louis or Buy a new construction home in St. Charles call us today!

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