63. You Need To Watch Out For These Red Flags Before Selecting Your Next Home Builder!

In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to talk about a huge topic that has recently been on my mind.  Red flags that you should look for when selecting your builder.  There is a boom in building, and more and more new builders are flooding the markets.  I wanted to showcase exactly what you need to avoid.  Here are the topics I cover:

• Lower cost than all other builders by far is a huge red flag that most people always fall for.


• Unmarked trucks on Jobsite – Before building, check out their active job sites.


• Messy job sites – this one is a pet peeve of mine. I grew up cleaning job sites they need to be immaculate.


• One person show – One guy that does it all and ask for so little – more extended time frames.


• Lying about build numbers / Lack of longevity - First, you want to ensure that your builder will be in business for the duration of your build, throughout your warranty period, and, ideally, for years to come after that.


• Overpromise under deliver – They can show you a beautiful model, but is it really what you're getting when it's said and done?


• There exist several unresolved claims from the Contractor's Board – Lawsuits.


• Time frames – Lies lies lies. 


• No references- huge red flag.


• Confusing short building contract.


• High-pressure sales tactics where more than one person is present.


• Lack of knowledge about the process.


• No change orders.


• Lower-grade materials – Check jobs you will see.


• Unlicensed subcontractors.


• Thank you as always for listening!