The Worst Part of Buying a Brand New House

Buying a new house can be far riskier than anticipated. Many people think buying a brand new home is much better than either building a new house or purchasing an older house. This can be true but can also come with its own challenges.

There are many stories of new home buyers having issues with various parts of their house which are only discovered after a few months of living in the home. These can be things like leaking taps or roofs.

Due to the fact that it is a brand new house that has never been lived in and no one has made full use of the house, which means that any errors on the builder’s part have yet to come to fruition.

Worst-case scenarios can mean buyers having to temporarily move out in order for the builder to fix their mistake. Or perhaps they may even have to pay out of their own pocket for repairs if the warranty has expired.

Some ways to minimise your risk:

• Make sure the builder is creditable

• Confirm the warranty and what it covers.

• Confirm all building and certification forms are complete.

Remember there are also many positives to buying a brand new home. These are just a couple of the cons to keep in mind when making your decision.