In luxury real estate, some of the most successful projects are sold before breaking ground. But in today’s crowded market, pre-construction sales take more than beautiful renderings and branded brochures. They require a deep understanding of buyer psychology, a clear pricing strategy, and a story that connects emotionally as well as financially.

Whether you’re developing a condo hotel or a high-end residential tower, pre-construction sales are not just about driving early revenue but building belief. Buyers, especially high-net-worth individuals, are placing trust in your vision, your execution, and your promise of a future lifestyle.

Pre-construction Sales & Marketing

At LHA Realty, we guide developers through a structured pre-construction marketing and sales approach that aligns with today’s buyer expectations:

Narrative-first marketing: We lead with storytelling. A compelling brand narrative that combines design, location, amenities, and experience consistently outperforms generic luxury.
Tiered release strategy: Phased inventory releases with clear escalation pricing and strategic holdbacks help create urgency, protect margins, and allow flexibility as the project progresses.
Private network outreach: Our access to a curated network of global buyers and developer relationships allows us to generate interest before a single public announcement.
On-site simulation: Whenever possible, we help create sales centers or experience suites that allow prospects to see, feel, and tangibly engage with the product.

For condo hotel projects, the added layer is helping buyers understand the operational model: how rental income works, how branding supports asset value, and what kind of experience they can expect as owners and occasional guests. Transparency, simplicity, and education are key.

In Conclusion

Effective pre-construction campaigns are also data-driven. We track engagement by unit type, pricing sensitivity, and lead source to help adjust in real time. This not only improves velocity but also provides critical intelligence to the developer on product-market fit.

When executed properly, pre-construction sales don’t just secure capital and validate demand — they create a foundation of loyal early adopters who become your first brand ambassadors.

If you have a project that could benefit from pre-construction sales and marketing strategies, call us for a complimentary assessment.

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About the Author

Teresa has over 20 years of experience as a sales and marketing executive in luxury Hospitality and has been affiliated with the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, W Hotels, Ian Schrager Hotels and St. Regis Hotels. Teresa was a member of the advisory team that participated in the development and launch of the W Hotel brand. This included the development of brand vernacular, guest touch points and sales presentations that resulted in an extremely high brand recognition.

She directed the marketing effort to maximize the value of Cap Juluca prior to disposition and has developed marketing strategies for the prestigious Paws Up Resort in Montana, Sea Island Resorts off the coast of Georgia, Kona Village on the Big Island of Hawaii and the Sunset Marquis Hotel in West Hollywood.