New Construction
The builder's rep works for the builder. I work for you.
Walking into a model home alone is one of the most expensive things a buyer can do. I represent you in negotiations, design center decisions, and the long pre-close timeline.
The mistake to avoid
Register me on your first visit
Most builders allow buyer representation — but only if you bring me the very first time you visit. If you sign in alone and come back later with me, the builder will often refuse to honor it.
Before you tour Reunion, Anthem Ranch, Heritage Todd Creek, Painted Prairie, or Skyestone — text me first. I'll either come with you or register me as your representation so you're protected from minute one.
What the builder's rep won't do
Buyer-side advocacy on a new build
Negotiate beyond the sticker
Builders rarely drop price, but they will throw in upgrades, closing credits, rate buy-downs, and design center allowances.
Read the contract for landmines
Builder contracts aren't the standard Colorado contract. I flag change-order, completion-date, and arbitration clauses.
Design center reality check
I help you spend on upgrades that hold resale value and skip the ones that don't.
Independent inspection
Even on new construction. My inspector catches what the city inspector misses, before drywall covers it.
Lender comparison
Builder-preferred lenders sometimes offer real incentives. I help you compare apples to apples.
Build-period communication
Six to twelve months is long. I check in with the builder and intervene when communication goes quiet.
The 12-month timeline
How a new build closes
- 01
Tour with representation
We tour 2 to 4 communities and rank what's worth a deeper look.
- 02
Lot pick + base contract
Choose a lot, lock the base price, sign with my markup of changes that protect you.
- 03
Design center selections
I attend with you. We pick upgrades that hold value and decline the rest.
- 04
Pre-drywall walk + inspection
Before drywall hides everything, my independent inspector walks the home.
- 05
Final walk + close
Punch list, final inspection, clear-to-close, signing. Then keys.
“A builder won't reduce a price, but they will quietly hand you $40,000 in upgrades and credits. You just have to know what to ask for.”
Maddie Cowger, Realtor