New construction in Montgomery County, with someone on your side.
The builder's onsite agent represents the builder. Melissa represents you. There is no extra cost to you, and there's a lot of upside.
Is this you?
This page is for you if you're considering a new construction home in any Montgomery County master-planned community. The Woodlands, Bridgeland, Harper's Preserve, Grand Central Park, Audubon, Two Step Farm, and many more. First-time new construction buyer, move-up buyer, or relocator. The builders are different. The pitfalls are similar. Having your own representation is the move.
The process, step by step.
No two clients move the same way, but the shape of the work is consistent. Here's what you can expect.
First conversation
Community shortlist
Builder visits, with Melissa
Floor plan, lot, and incentive review
Contract review
Construction milestones
Final walk and close
After close
What sets this apart.
She knows the builders here
Independent representation, no extra cost
She knows the master-planned community landscape
Working with me looks like this.
- Honest read on which communities fit you
- Builder shortlist based on your priorities
- Accompaniment on first visit to every builder
- Floor plan, lot, and upgrade review
- Builder contract review
- Construction milestone check-ins
- Final walk and close support
- Eleven-month warranty inspection guidance
- Board of advisors for everything after move-in
A few common scenarios.
Relocating and considering new construction?
New construction is often the right answer for relocating buyers because the timeline can be planned around your move.
See Relocation →Right sizing into a single-story or 55-plus community?
Some of the best options in Montgomery County are new construction. We'll cover them.
See Empty Nesters and Estates →Honest answers.
Why do I need an agent if I'm buying new construction?+
Because the builder's onsite agent works for the builder. They are not your representative. Having Melissa with you costs you nothing extra and protects you on price, contract terms, upgrades, and construction quality.
Do I have to register Melissa with the builder?+
Yes, and she has to be with you on your first visit for representation to apply. This is the single most important rule of new construction. Call Melissa before you walk into any model home.
Are builder incentives negotiable?+
Sometimes. Often the bigger wins are in upgrades, design center credits, and rate buydowns rather than the base price. Melissa knows where to push.
How long does new construction take?+
Spec homes (already started) can close in 30 to 90 days. Build-to-order typically runs 6 to 12 months depending on the builder and the plan.
Is a third-party inspection on a new build worth it?+
Yes. Always. Builder warranties matter, but a third-party inspector catches things you'd otherwise live with for years.
What about the eleven-month inspection?+
Most builder warranties cover certain items only in the first year. An eleven-month inspection catches issues before the warranty expires. Melissa will remind you and coordinate it.
Related services.
Buy
Whether you're a first-time Texas buyer or moving across the country, we set the strategy first: financing, neighborhoods, and must-haves, so you tour the right homes and write the right offer.
Learn more →Sell
Honest pricing, real marketing, and a calm voice from listing day to closing.
Learn more →Empty Nesters and Estates
A patient, two-step approach to selling the family home and finding what's next, often coordinated with estate attorneys, contractors, and movers on Melissa's board of advisors.
Learn more →Ready to start?
A short call is the easiest first step. Tell me where you are, and we'll go from there.
Give me a call