New Construction
Build new. With someone on your side.
New construction representation across the Houston Bay Area
The agent in the model home is paid by the builder. We are not. RESC reads the contract, the upgrade sheet and the lot premium with you, across every builder in the community, and in most cases the builder pays our commission.
What you get
We work with every builder in a community, not just one
Registration handled on your first visit, before it is too late
Contracts, addenda and upgrade sheets read line by line
Base price versus real out-the-door cost, before you commit
50+ years combined in Houston Bay Area new home sales
How we help
- Register you with the builder before your first model home visit
- Compare plans, lots and standard features across every builder on site
- Price the upgrades and lot premiums that are not in the base number
- Get the MUD rate, HOA dues and phasing detail in writing
- Walk the build and the final orientation with you
Common Questions
New Construction Questions
What buyers ask before they walk into a model home.
Straight answers about representation, cost, and timing when buying new construction in the Houston Bay Area.
Representation
Do I need my own agent to buy new construction?
You are not required to have one, but the agent sitting in the builder's model home works for the builder. They are paid by the builder and represent the builder's interests in the transaction. Having your own Realtor means someone is reading the contract, the addenda, and the upgrade sheet on your behalf.
What does it cost me to have RESC represent me?
In most new construction transactions the builder pays the cooperating agent's commission, so representation typically costs the buyer nothing additional. Confirm the specifics with us for the builder and community you are considering, since programs differ.
When do I need to tell the builder I have an agent?
On your first visit, before you register at the sales office. Most builder programs require your agent to register or accompany you on that first visit, and it generally cannot be applied retroactively. If you have already visited a community on your own, tell us and we will be straight with you about what is still possible.
Cost and timing
Is the base price what I will actually pay?
Rarely. The base price covers the standard plan on a standard lot. Lot premiums, structural options, design center selections, and required landscaping or fencing are typically added. We help you build a realistic number before you fall in love with a model.
What are MUD taxes and why do they matter here?
Many Houston area communities sit inside a Municipal Utility District that levies its own tax to fund water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure. It is charged on top of your other property taxes and it changes your monthly payment meaningfully. Ask for the current rate before you sign, and we will get it for you.
How long does a build take?
It varies by builder, plan, and where the community is in its phasing. Quick move-in inventory homes can close in weeks. A build started from a dirt lot commonly runs several months to a year. We will give you the current timeline for the specific builder you are considering.
Building new
Get someone on your side
The agent in the model home is paid by the builder. We represent you, across every builder in the community, and the builder typically pays our commission.
- Local to the Bay Area
- No cost to buyers
- 50+ years combined