Purchasing a new home

[Gladys Melendez]

Purchasing a home in Arizona, no realestate agent used, since it was a new built.

what should I be on the look out for, any Arizona Title company highly recommended, and escrow companies if the seller does not choose one?

Any tips or advice please help would be greatly appreciated 

[Devin De Lange]

Hi Gladys, 

Thanks for posting! 

My husband and I just bought a new construction home in August. We did buy it with an agent, but I am not really sure it was needed, as we navigated the process ourselves for the most part. 

The biggest recommendation I would make is to get an inspection done with a third party you choose. The builder may say they do their own, but you need a checks and balances systems. Also, make sure you read through and understand their warranty process. Most builders have some sort of one year warranty and list what is covered. Understand where your coverage falls. Typically, builders come back after a year and do touch ups after settling. You can prepare yourself for that by having another inspection conducted 10 months in then bringing that to the builder to see if they can fix anything outstanding for you, before the warranty is up (if applicable).

In summary, buying a new build means you have to arm yourself with information so that you know what you are getting into. You will be the one to feel the growing pains of living in the home first, so arm yourself with what you can to make it as seamless and painless as possible. Things will still pop up inevitably, but at least you are coming as prepared as you can. 

Hope this helps!