Decide how you will evaluate the build
New construction involves the property, the builder’s process, and a contract that may differ from a typical resale agreement. Buyers benefit from defining price limits, must-have features, lot preferences, upgrade priorities, timeline flexibility, and inspection expectations before choosing a home or site.
Registration
Confirm buyer-representation rules before visiting, registering, or sharing contact information with a builder.
Specifications
Separate base-price inclusions from model-home features, options, premiums, allowances, and buyer-supplied items.
Timeline
Review deposits, selections, change requests, estimated completion, delays, inspections, walkthroughs, financing, and warranty steps.
Compare completed and to-be-built options
A completed home may offer greater schedule certainty and fewer design decisions. A to-be-built home may offer choices but can introduce more variables. Compare the written terms and total cost—not only the advertised starting price.
Availability changes
Ask your agent to confirm available homes and lots, current pricing, incentives, and expected completion dates directly with the builder.