In such a hot market like Rancho Cucamonga, the questions of how to “win” in real estate is a common one. There are five things I think you really need to pay attention to in order to get the home you really want and beat the competitors.
- Be informed and be proactive: You need to know about specific neighborhoods and communities you’re looking at or specific builders you want to buy from. Do the research by following them on social media and setting up Google alerts to stay on top of what’s going on with properties you like.
- Register your home on the interest list: Open houses and new home communities have sign-in sheets and interest lists, so it’s important that the builder knows about you!
- Work with a Realtor: Realtors have the inside track on new releases and can alert you to important property news before the public sees it. I’ve helped a buyer purchase a home before it even went onto the MLS.“
Realtors have the inside track on new releases.
” - Get pre-approved: I can’t emphasize this enough - it’s so important because many people don’t do it! Many are interested in buying a home but haven’t yet talked to a lender. Realtors can set you up with a good lender who can let you know what you can afford. If you find a home you love but you’re not pre-approved, you could lose out to a competitor who does have pre-approval.
- Talk to your Realtor about options and upgrades: This is important for new homes. In new build communities, they trick the homes out with upgrades, which raises the base price. It’s important to know the amount that’s raised by upgrades because the actual price is usually well beyond the base price. Know your wants and your must-haves.
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