Assert yourself against the competition in new construction...

...but how?

Hello,

we have been looking for a suitable new-build property for some time now. Since we live in a metropolitan area ([Rhineland]), the demand is very high. Accordingly, so are the prices. Unfortunately, since we are not among the top earners, we can only afford a house in the lower price third. In this segment, of course, the demand is very high. For example, yesterday we learned from a developer that for 10 planned houses there are currently 100 interested parties.
So I ask myself, what can I do to improve my chances?
Does anyone have experience with such a situation or tips?

Best regards
tukane

PS: Bribery is, of course, out of the question ;-)

Hello,

are the prices fixed or is there a bidding process? Our developer once told us that if he has enough inquiries, two things are important to him:

- Financing approval
- The people must fit in with the surroundings / neighbors

Hello, the prices are fixed. Apparently, he has no idea yet on what criteria he will make his selection. Or he is not willing to reveal his plans. But maybe my wife's baby bump brought a few extra points ;-) Of course, not all 100 people are ultimately interested in the objects, not to mention the financing.

Therefore, I would not rush anything. If I were you, I would reaffirm the interest and slowly start a financing inquiry.

- the people have to fit the environment / neighbors

I can hardly imagine that. The BT could be completely indifferent to that...