Buying a New Home During COVID-19? Here Are Three Tips. 

2020 has challenged us in the most unimaginable ways. While COVID-19 has significantly changed the way we have been able to socially gather, it has accelerated real estate technology, and has evolved the way we can conduct business and help buyers start their homebuyer journey. Now more than ever, homebuyers have the tools and resources to find their next home – at the touch of their fingertips – all without having to leave the comfort of their own environment.

From virtual tours, interactive floor plans and virtual reality home walkthroughs, to in-person, socially distant sales experiences, shopping for your next home just got easier. If you’re considering buying a new home during the pandemic, let these innovative tools give you an advantage as you enter the market. Here are three tips to help you prepare:

COVID-19 has accelerated digital sales and marketing and Trumark is no stranger to technology. In fact, we’ve leveraged the power of technology to customize experiences for our buyers. In addition to offering virtual tours and providing access to online sales counselors who make it as easy as possible for customers to ask quick questions and make appointments, our team is also safely offering in-person, socially distant home tours for homebuyers who want to explore model homes and communicate with our sales team on site.

Nowadays, new home communities are going a step further and scaling up their online content to make the virtual transition easy. These tools help paint a bigger picture about the community, neighborhood, and activity happening nearby so you can get a feel for the lifestyle – at home and as part of a larger community. Have more questions?  Set up a 1:1 video chat or on-site appointment with your Trumark sales agent to find out what makes a Trumark home a great place to live!  

With housing demand at an all-time high and interest rates at an all-time low, competition to find the perfect home can be pretty fierce. However, don’t let this intimidate or force you into buying a home that isn’t right for you. Buckle down and do the research to find the right floor plan that suits your lifestyle.

With new construction homes, one of the biggest advantages is the way in which homebuyers are in the driver’s seat when it comes to customizing their homes. Equipped with a seasoned team of designers who have already done all the hard work researching flooring, countertops, fixtures and other features, homebuilders today eliminate the time, effort and stress that go into home design and help you pick the best upgrade options that reflect your unique style.

One way to set yourself apart in an aggressive housing market is by getting pre-approved —with the builder’s preferred lender. In doing so, the builder will be able to see that you’re serious about purchasing a home. Additionally, the pre-qualification process helps you understand your financial limits and set a realistic budget for your future home.

Bonus tips for new construction homes: getting pre-approved can help kickstart the reservation and purchase agreement process. While you don’t need loan approval before you make your reservation and earnest deposit, it can certainly help make sure you’re able to secure your spot in the new home community!  In today’s market, competitive advantage is key, so even if you’ve missed out on one phase of homes, homebuilders will make sure to put serious buyers on the priority list for the next release of homes.  

Trumark Homes is pleased to offer nine distinct new home communities across California. Get to know us and learn what our communities have to offer by visiting https://trumarkhomes.com/.

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