Agency
A Utah agent representing a buyer in a new construction transaction should advise the buyer to:
AAccept the builder's standard contract without review
BHave an attorney review the builder's contract and consider independent inspections at each phase✓ Correct
CRely entirely on the builder's representations
DSkip the due diligence period since new construction has a warranty
Explanation
Builder contracts are typically prepared by the builder's attorney to favor the builder. Buyers should have an attorney review the contract and obtain independent inspections at foundation, framing, and final stages.
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