New homes fail inspections too – municipal code sign-off is not quality control. The inspection mistakes new construction buyers make most often.
New Construction
How Builder Incentives Really Work
Closing cost credits, rate buydowns, design center allowances – what builder incentives are actually worth, what they cost, and how to negotiate them.
Builder Contracts vs. Resale Contracts
Builder purchase agreements are written by the builder, for the builder. The key differences from standard resale contracts – and where buyers get surprised.
Should You Use a Real Estate Agent When Buying From a Builder?
The salesperson in the model home is professional, helpful, and works for the builder. What buyer representation actually changes in a new construction purchase.