Speculation Builder

Definition

  • A home builder that erects a house without having a commitment to buy or lease from a purchaser or tenant.

Synonyms
spec builder

Alternate Spellings
spec builder, speculation developer

Related Terms and Acronyms

  • Allowances Definition,
    • Money set aside by builders for amenities, such as driveways, landscaping, carpeting and fixtures, that are standard but have optional designs.
  • Built-ins Definition,
    • Items, such as appliances and cabinets, that are permanently attached to a building.
  • Commitment Definition,
    • A written agreement from a lender promising to lend money on certain terms for a specified time period.
  • Custom Builder Definition,
    • A contractor that constructs or remodels houses based on plans submitted by the client.
  • Custom Home Definition,
    • A house built according to plans from an architect hired by the owner.
  • Manufactured Housing Definition,
    • Factory-built home that can be placed temporarily or permanently upon land. Styles vary from modest trailers to dwellings that look like site-built houses.
  • Pre-sold Home Definition,
    • A house that is sold prior to construction as opposed to a house built on spec.
  • Production Home Definition,
    • Homes that are mass produced as part of housing developments.
  • Semi-custom Home Definition,
    • A house in which the buyer cannot alter the layout, but can specify amenities such as type of cabinets and floor coverings.
  • Speculation Home Definition,
    • A house built before a buyer has been found, on the assumption that one will be found.
  • Starter Home Definition,
    • A dwelling that is relatively small and inexpensive and bought as a first home.
  • Subcontractor Definition,
    • A person or company that does specialty work for a general contractor.
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