New build or resale: how should you compare?

Compare actual readiness, costs and documentation rather than building age alone. A new property may need extra furnishing; a resale may require repairs or coordination with an existing occupant. The better fit depends on your intended move-in date and the full cost you can afford.

Practical steps

1. Use net area and similar locations wherever possible when comparing prices
2. Check whether advertised facilities and services are actually operating
3. Record repairs, furnishing and delayed occupancy costs for each option in one table

General guidance. Consult qualified professionals on legal, financial and technical matters specific to your transaction.