FAQs
About Twin Cities New Homes
Twin Cities New Homes is the only database of all 11 county metro area new home developments. It provides pre-qualified experts, known as “New Construction Buyers Agents,” who assist buyers in finding the right development, lot, builder, and new home. Additionally, it offers a list of non-MLS secret listings of lots and homes for sale and facilitates multiple buyer deals.
The goal of Twin Cities New Homes is to have expert “New Construction Buyers Agents” work for and represent buyers in finding the proper development, lot, builder, and new home. It aims to assist buyers throughout the process and serve as an advisor.
Twin Cities New Homes differs from platforms like Zillow, Realtor.com, and MLS websites by listing all new home developments with qualified “New Construction Buyers Agents” representing the buyer. It is not limited to MLS listings and ensures personalized, expert assistance for buyers.
Twin Cities New Homes is compensated through referral fees from agents and marketing fees. It has invested significant time and resources in developing and maintaining its website/database of information and marketing.
Services and FAQs for Buyers
“New Construction Buyers Agents” are agents from multiple real estate brokers, assigned to buyers based on location and specifications. They must have at least ten years of real estate and new construction experience, often being past or current builders and developers.
Agents working with Twin Cities New Homes must have at least ten years of real estate and new construction experience. Many are past or current builders and developers, ensuring expertise in guiding buyers through the process.
The fee is negotiable between the buyer and the “New Construction Buyers Agent,” generally ranging from 2-3% of the published price for MLS-listed builders or homes for sale. Seller contributions may cover the fee for MLS-listed properties, and negotiation is possible for non-MLS properties.
Having an expert “on your side” for advice and opinions is crucial when making significant investments in new construction homes. Additionally, the buyer’s agent fee is usually paid or contributed by the seller, providing added value to buyers.
Non-MLS, pocket listings, and secret listings are properties available for sale but not listed on any public platform.
Yes, Twin Cities New Homes maintains properties for sale that are not listed on the MLS. Buyers can contact them for access to these listings and negotiate buyer’s agent commissions with the seller.