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Avoid Legal Issues

Protect yourself from costly contract pitfalls, hidden clauses, and builder-friendly terms that most buyers never catch until it's too late.

Builder contracts are written by the builder's legal team — and they're designed to protect the builder, not you. Escalation clauses, timeline disclaimers, change order terms, warranty limitations, and cancellation penalties are buried in pages of fine print. Most buyers sign without fully understanding what they're agreeing to. Our legal issue prevention service walks you through every critical clause, identifies red flags, explains what's negotiable, and helps you understand your rights before you commit. This isn't legal advice — it's informed buyer guidance that helps you ask the right questions and avoid the most common and costly mistakes.

What's included

  • Thorough review of builder contract terms and conditions
  • Identification of red flag clauses — escalation, timeline, cancellation
  • Explanation of change order terms and how they can increase your cost
  • Warranty coverage review — what's actually covered and for how long
  • Guidance on what terms are typically negotiable with Utah builders
  • Pre-signing clarity so you understand exactly what you're agreeing to

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this legal advice?
No. We provide informed buyer guidance and education — not legal advice. We help you understand what the contract says, identify common red flags, and know what questions to ask. For specific legal counsel, we recommend consulting a Utah real estate attorney.
What are the most common contract issues buyers miss?
The most common issues include price escalation clauses that allow the builder to raise the price after signing, vague timeline commitments with no penalties for delays, restrictive cancellation terms, and warranty limitations that exclude common issues. Many buyers don't realize these clauses exist until they cause problems.
Can I negotiate builder contract terms?
Some terms are negotiable, especially with semi-custom and custom builders. Production builders have less flexibility on contract language, but even then, certain terms — like escalation caps and timeline commitments — can sometimes be modified. We help you understand where there's room to negotiate.

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