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  New Construction Home Buying Mistakes Series — Part 2 of 10 By Lance Sheridan | Jacksonville's New Construction King The Assumption That Costs Thousands "It's brand new. It must be perfect. Why would I need an inspection?" I hear this from new construction buyers constantly. And every single time, I cringe a little. Because that assumption has cost my clients thousands of dollars in post-closing repairs with zero builder recourse. Here's the harsh reality: New homes have defects too. And without a professional third-party inspection, you won't discover them until AFTER closing when it becomes your problem, not the builder's. Let me walk you through what I've seen, why it happens, and why the $400-500 inspection fee is one of the smartest investments you'll make. What Can Go Wrong in a Brand New Home? You'd think new construction would be flawless. The home is built to current code. Everything is under warranty. The builder has qual...

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