Negotiating

The market of new apartments is a buyers' market. Take advantage of this situation.

The contractor is generally in need of funds. If the contemplated apartment's price fits you budget, try to obtain bonuses in kind. It is easier for the contractor to offer you kitchen furniture than to give you a discount. In any case, check out with competitors building in the same neighborhood. If you received better offers from competition, tell it to your contractor.

Before you start negotiating, check out the offers advertised by the contractor. They are the starting point of your negotiation.

The elements that can be negotiated are for instance:

• A better quality of construction or furniture and fixture of a higher standard (tiling, doors, windows, kitchen furniture…).
• The provision of electric appliances: oven, television set…
• A larger cellar or a better location for the parking plot.

If your budget enables it, you may try to obtain additional bargains by advancing payments.