About Pilot Point's Timberlake Trails

Timberlake Trails Pilot Point, TX

Want to build a custom home to your own specifications? Do you want cleaner air and more space? Now is a great time to buy property! There are many motivated sellers offering great deals on aceraged properties in Pilot Point, Have you fantasized about living by a wooded stream or in a equestrian community ? Can you simply not find the house you want from what's available on the market? Buying a lot to build on has its own set of considerations. The most important one is still location.

Maybe a few acres of wilderness appeals to your pioneer spirit. Maybe it's a desire to build a house exactly the way you want, which means starting with an unimproved, vacant lot in a new subdivision.

Whatever the motivation, buying land is different from buying a house. Things that never come into discussion in a home purchase -- access, utilities, easements, land-use restrictions -- become extremely important in a land purchase. Keep reading below for tips on how to buy a vacant lot:

• Find out who the players are. In some subdivisions, the developer and the Realtor are related. In this situation, going straight to the developer's Realtor may not be a good idea. Bringing in an outside expert will make sure you get the representation you deserve and most importantly save you money.
• Before you buy, find out if city or community water and sewer connections are available on the lot or land.
• If sewer hookups are not available, make your offer to buy land contingent on the ability to install a septic system rated for the number of bedrooms you require.
• Find out if other contingencies are advisable for land purchases. For instance, in some areas water rights do not convey with land--and that means you could not dig a well.
• Make sure electricity and phone service are available at the property. Check cable service if that is a priority.
• If the land you wish to buy is not accessible by a public road, verify that a road maintenance agreement is in place. This document states that everyone on the road agrees to help with its upkeep.
• There should be a deeded right-of-way in place for land not accessible by a public road. The deed should give you and future owners the legal right to access the land.
• Check the property's deed restrictions to make sure the type of residence you plan to build is allowed. For instance, some areas have a minimun square footage for a home.
• If the lot is in a development, ask for a copy of the restrictive covenants. That's where you'll find restrictions for minimum house size, whether other structures are allowed, and other limitations.
• Ask the city or county if zoning changes are anticipated for the area, or if there's a plan to build new roads or widen existing roads.
• If there are environmental hazards on the land, such as old buried oil or gas tanks, decide if you are willing to remove them, or if you will ask the seller to take care of removal and cleanup.
• Decide if you want a new boundary survey. Surveys are standard in some areas, but rarely required in others. They're nearly always a good idea.
• If you plan to build a home soon talk to lenders about construction loans.
  

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Timberlake Trails Pilot Point, TX

Timberlake Trails is the only development in the State of Texas to have been granted direct access to a State Park trail system from a private gated community! This upscale community makes being on the water in just minutes, possible. You can enjoy any boating activity, jet skiing, fishing or just simply relaxing on the water. So from the busy business professional with not much time, to the retired, it is all here for you. We have captured this ease of living for the horse enthusiast as well. No need to have the expense of trucks, trailers, and covered arenas. We offer an internal trail system and covered arena for the horse lover.

• 2 to 5 Acre Lots
• Two Private, Gated Entries
• Common Area with a large Covered Horse Arena
• Family Area/Pavilion, Volleyball Court and Jungle Gym
• Internal Trail System for Riding Horses, Walking or Jogging
• Concrete Streets
• Underground Utilities
• Adjacent to Isle Du' Bois State Park on Lake Ray Roberts
• Direct Access to State Park Trail System
• Pilot Point Schools
• 15 minutes to I-35
• 20 minutes from US 380 Access to the Dallas North Tollway

Pilot Point Independent School District.

I know you are building not only for today ... but for tomorrow
SHOULDN'T YOU HAVE REPRESENTATION TOO?

Things You should know:

• Find out who the players are. In this particular community, the developer and the Realtor are related. In this situation, going straight to the developer's Realtor may not be a good idea. Bringing in an outside expert will make sure you get the representation you deserve and most importantly save you money. Choosing the right lot, in the right location is critical!!
  
  
• You will quickly learn that there are plenty of lots available to purchase, however, most lots are already claimed by a builder which means that the builder will only sell it to you if he will be building the house for you. If you want the flexibility to pick our own builder, or even be our own general contractor for the job finding a good lot will be much more challenging.
  
  

• Time and pitfalls can be spared if you consult with an experienced Realtor on the home site decision. You don't want to discover lot problems after it's too late. Many times there are unseen issues with home sites that will drive costs higher than expected. Relying on an experienced Realtor/builder for guidance in finding the right home site to suit your needs will help you avoid costly mistakes.

Are you buying the right lot, in the right subdivision, from the right Developer or builder? I was a homebuilder and I use my knowledge to ensure you buy from reputable Developers and builders and that you know exactly what your buying. From lot selection through plan review, I will be there for you.

Using an experienced Realtor® is a clear message to potential Home Builders and Developers that they must compete for your business. Having an experienced Builder and Broker lets them know you mean business!!!

It is important for you to know that Real Estate is not a sideline for me, it's my ONLY business. I have helped hundreds of people and I would like to help you too.

I have an arsenal of proven negotiation strategies that work! Call or Email me today.

Sincerely,

Grant Howell, Broker, SFR, ABR, ePRO
RE/MAX DFW Associates - Frisco,TX
214-234-6901
www.BrokerMyHouse.com