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new builds

Hi,

I was looking at some new builds. One is on offer for 150k. With new builds can you offer a lower price like 10% off or do they only accept the full amount?

Thanks!

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  • david29dpo
    david29dpo Posts: 3,986 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    You want at least 20% off or walk.
  • delmar39
    delmar39 Posts: 1,447 Forumite
    New builds do tend to be in demand, but you can offer what you like really. Other tactics include getting things included and choosing things before they go in, like the kitchen design etc. Good luck.
  • Kyrae
    Kyrae Posts: 541 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 500 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    Are you buying off-plan or is the property build and standing empty? People seem to get the best discount when the property is already built, especially when most the other houses are sold and the builders have finished building the estate. You can offer any price you like, worst that can happen is they say no. If they're refusing to budge on the price and you're happy paying it, try and get freebies thrown in like free carpets, turf, or stand duty paid.

    Have a search on the forums for new build threads and you'll find lots of advice!
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