Is It OK to Contact a Builder to Buy His Spec Home Before It’s Completed/Listed?

[ZivaDog]

Originally Posted by Mad_Jasper

We contacted a builder while a spec home was being framed. We were able to customize all of the things we wanted to customize as if we built the home. He was happy to work with us.

Very nice!

[ZivaDog]

Found a new agent who contacted the builder of an unlisted house that is around 1 month from completion. Viewed the home and made an offer that was just accepted. Love seeing the MLS listing with the property details "Sold Off Market" and in a pending status. If I hadn't taken the initiative to dive into the city's permit database and find a realtor who would approach the builder, doubt this house would be mine now. Happy Ending!

[Silverfall]

Originally Posted by ZivaDog

Found a new agent who contacted the builder of an unlisted house that is around 1 month from completion. Viewed the home and made an offer that was just accepted. Love seeing the MLS listing with the property details "Sold Off Market" and in a pending status. If I hadn't taken the initiative to dive into the city's permit database and find a realtor who would approach the builder, doubt this house would be mine now. Happy Ending!

Good for you!