Getting started

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 First, you want to hire a realtor who will represent you and you only.  Going into a builder’s office with an agent working for you tells them you are serious and that you have an agent on your side who knows the business. 

 Second, talk to a mortgage broker. Your realtor can help you with this. There are many ways to borrow money but a mortgage broker will help you find the best deal that fits you. Before finding a beautiful home, you need to know how large a mortgage you can secure. Of course, if you are paying cash, you only need a proof of funds letter. In either case, knowing what you can afford ahead of time helps your selection process and spending decisions. 

 Third is location. You have probably heard it said that the three most important things in real estate is location, location, location. This is so true. You can build your dream house almost anywhere, but you can’t later on change the location. 

Choosing the best location to fit your lifestyle is essential. Here at Olson Realty Group, we believe that location is indeed the most important consideration, even if you can work remotely and can live anywhere. 

The right home, in the right location, built with the right builder, is what you want, and we can help. 

Fourth is to select your builder.

Choosing a builder is very important and having the right realtor helping you is the key. To accomplish great things requires the right team and not all builders will be the right fit for you.

A production builder will give you the best price range with a pre-determined floor plan and colors. These houses are often built in subdivisions where they can be constructed in an assembly-line like working environment. Production builders are good at what they do and offer a good deal depending on your budget and your specific requirements.

A semi-custom builder also builds homes in certain areas or subdivisions but some builders will let you decide on the location. They offer plan changes and design options. Knowing what you want and where you want it is half the challenge and we are here to help you.

Custom homes may be in a subdivision, in the city, in the country,

or built on your lot. Knowing builders and home construction is why you need a realtor knowledgeable enough to help you. Not all builders are the same and not all realtors are the same. The knowledge of home construction is essential and knowing which builders will do what you want makes all the difference.