Ana from the SouthFAQ
I understand there are different paths to receiving a unit. For a long-term buyer, how would you compare waiting with trying to obtain an earlier allocation? I am not looking for one recommendation, but for variables to model.
I would compare time, liquidity and total cost. An earlier allocation may change the monthly cash flow, while waiting may preserve a different structure. I would model both scenarios using current conditions.
I would ask about the specific requirements of each method, how the result is documented and what happens after allocation. Without those steps being clear, it is difficult to compare.
For me, it depends on the goal. If the objective is housing, rental income or long-term equity, the value of receiving the unit earlier is not the same. I would put the goal at the top of the spreadsheet.