Matthew Rathbun, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Elite in Fredericksburg Virginia discusses a brief overview of what home buyers need to know about the new construction process. More information can be found at www.MatthewRathbun.com

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Building Your
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Client Consultation 1
•What Are You Looking For?
•Time Frame
•Financing
•Choosing A Builder
•Is Building Right For You?

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New Construction
Finance
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•Choosing A Lender
•“Draws”
•Construction to Perm Loans
•When You Own Your Lot

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Plan & Site Selection 3
•Picking A Plan
•Options and Upgrades
•Fitting it to a Lot
•Obtaining Permits
•Design Center Visits

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Choosing A Lot 4•Location, Location, Location
•Premium Lots
•Site Surveys
•Situs (Area Preference)
•Accessible Utilities
•Walking the Lot
•Grade and Topography

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Walk-Thru &
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Breaking Ground
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Slab Foundation
Crawlspace Foundation
Basement Foundation

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Framing
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•Finally Some Progress!
•Flooring
•Roofing
•Windows
•Doors
•House Wrap

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Insulation 7
•Interior and Exterior Walls
•Ceilings
•R-Value Ratings

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Source: EnergyStar.gov

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Outside of the Home 8
•Siding and /or Brick
•Doors and Locks
•Decks and Patios
•Driveways

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Drywall and Trim
9•Walls
•Tape / Mudding
•Trim
•Cabinets
•Painting
•Flooring

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Plumbing and Electrical
10•Plumbing
•Electrical
•Appliances
•HVAC

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Build Out Wrap Up
11•Buyer Walk Thru
•Orientation
•CleanUp

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Landscaping
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Final Inspection &
Occupancy Permit (OP) 13

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1 Year Warranty
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§ 55-70.1. Implied warranties on new homes

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Speciality Home Features
15•“Smart Home Features”
•Alternative Septic
•Property Owner’s Association
•Ability to Resale
•Change Orders

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Contact Mefor More…
540.455.3350
www.MatthewRathbun.com
matthew@cbeva.com
Matthew Rathbun is a licensed Broker in the Commonwealth of Virginia | Fredericksburg, VA