Move-In Ready + Quick Close
Some builders currently have homes available for near-term closings, while others have additional inventory scheduled into summer and early fall.
ANNA & VAN ALSTYNE NEW CONSTRUCTION
Build Smarter. Save More on New Construction.
Protect your incentives, pricing, and representation before you walk into the builder sales office.
Compare builders, structure incentives correctly, and avoid costly mistakes before your first visit.
20-minute strategy call • No obligation • Limited weekly availability • Builder tours are typically hosted by the builder; guidance and support provided as needed.
Buyer credit is applied at closing and subject to lender approval, loan program limits, and applicable builder incentives.
Brokered by Fathom Realty — independent REALTOR® representation with local expertise and hybrid support when appropriate.
★★★★★
"Kristi negotiated $70,000 off our home's list price and secured full appliances, blinds, closing costs, title policy, and a 2-1 rate buy-down starting at 1.99%."
— Emily G · Save & Build™ Buyer
MARKET SNAPSHOT
What’s Available Right Now
Inventory and incentives are changing weekly across Anna and Van Alstyne.
Builder Incentives Vary
Rate buydowns, closing cost offers, and pricing flexibility can differ widely by builder, phase, lender alignment, and close timeline.
Strategy Beats Browsing
The challenge is not just finding homes — it’s knowing which builder, timing, and structure gives you the best overall outcome.
Current opportunities may include homes from the mid-$300s into the $500s+, depending on builder, lot size, phase, and timeline. We’ll sort through the strongest options together on your Buyer Strategy Call.
WHY THIS MATTERS
Before you visit a builder
Builders represent the builder. Registration timing matters. One early mistake can limit incentives, representation options, and negotiating leverage.
Registration timing sets the rules
If you visit or register incorrectly, you may lose the ability to align representation and strategy from day one.
Incentives aren’t one-size-fits-all
Builder incentives vary by lender, inventory stage, and contract structure. Strategy matters more than hype.
Clarity reduces expensive surprises
Timelines, upgrades, lender terms, and contract clauses can materially impact your final numbers.
How It Works
A clear, virtual-first buyer strategy from registration to closing.
1) Registration & Representation
I register you with the builder so you’re represented from day one and your options remain protected.
2) Builder Process Navigation
New-construction purchases follow builder-specific rules and timelines. I help you navigate the process, coordinate communication, and protect your interests through walkthroughs and milestones.
3) Buyer Guidance & Advocacy
I review documents, clarify timelines, and help you understand negotiations, inspections, and compliance requirements.
4) Closing Strategy
When allowed, a portion of buyer-agent compensation may be applied as a Buyer Credit at Closing, subject to builder, lender, and loan guidelines.
WHY SAVE & BUILD™
Why I Created Save & Build™
Clarity over pressure. Strategy over noise.
Virtual-First Guidance
A streamlined, remote-friendly process designed for efficiency and flexibility.
Aligned Representation
My role is advice and advocacy — helping you understand decisions before you commit.
Strategic Cost Awareness
When applicable, Buyer Credits at Closing and eligible builder incentives are coordinated within transaction guidelines.
When my husband and I built our home in The Woods at Lindsey Place, I saw how easy it is for buyers to feel rushed or miss important considerations that can affect both the process and the final numbers. Save & Build™ brings clarity to new construction — so buyers can make informed, confident decisions from the start.
START HERE
Before You Step Into a Model Home
Watch these 3 minutes first — it can protect your incentives and your representation.
Before You Visit a Builder
Registration and representation order of operations in Texas.
How Incentives Are Structured
What’s negotiable, what’s not, and how it impacts your numbers.
Why Incentives Work Differently
Strategy matters more than hype in new construction.
REVIEWS
What Clients Say
Real experiences from North Texas home buyers.
Trusted by North Texas buyers • $6M+ closed • 24+ successful buyer transactions • New construction strategy specialist
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FIT CHECK
Who This Is For (and Not For)
Save & Build™ is built for buyers who want leverage, clarity, and a clean plan — before ever visiting a builder.
This is for you if…
- You’re considering new construction and want to protect incentives and representation.
- You want a strategy-first plan before touring models or discussing offers.
- You value clear expectations on timing, registration steps, and paperwork flow.
- You want help structuring builder incentives + lender options within guidelines.
- You prefer a virtual-first process with support available when needed.
This may not be the best fit if…
- You’re already working with another REALTOR® under an active agreement.
- You want a showing agent for ongoing, in-person touring (builder reps typically host model tours).
- You're expecting cash back or rebates outside of eligible Buyer Credits — those aren't available through this program.
- You’re not open to a quick call to confirm eligibility and next steps.
- You prefer to “wing it” at the sales office without a registration strategy.
Note: If you’re unsure, we’ll clarify eligibility and the cleanest path forward on a 20-minute call.
Why You Should Talk to a REALTOR® Before Visiting a Builder
Many builders require buyers to be registered with their REALTOR® before the first visit. Walking into a sales office without a clear plan can sometimes limit your representation options.
A quick strategy call ensures you understand the registration process and approach your builder visit with a clear plan.
Already visited the builder? In some cases representation can still be added depending on registration status.
QUESTIONS
FAQs
Quick answers about the Save & Build™ Buyer Strategy.
What makes the Save & Build™ approach different?
Save & Build™ protects your leverage before you ever register with a builder. Many costly mistakes happen during first contact or incentive discussions. I structure decisions in advance so pricing, representation, and eligibility stay aligned from day one.
Do I have to pay you anything as the buyer?
Usually, builders pay cooperating agents in new-construction transactions, so buyers often do not pay me directly.
My representation protects your interests, your registration timing, and your leverage.
How does the Buyer Credit at Closing work?
In certain transactions, and when permitted by the builder, lender, and broker, a Buyer Credit at Closing may be structured within the agreement.
Where eligible and approved, the credit may be up to 50% of the buyer-agent base commission and is applied at closing.
Availability depends on builder policies, lender approval, loan program guidelines, and brokerage authorization. I do not offer commission rebates.
Can we stack builder incentives with the Buyer Credit?
Sometimes. It depends on builder stacking policies, lender guidelines, brokerage authorization, and transaction limits.
Which builders/areas do you cover?
I specialize in new construction across Collin County and North Texas, including Anna, Van Alstyne, Melissa, McKinney, Frisco, Prosper, and Celina.
Plan Your Builder Visit the Smart Way
Book a quick Buyer Strategy Call to review builder incentives, registration steps, and the smartest way to move forward.
Book Your Buyer Strategy Call →20-minute strategy call • No obligation • Protect your builder registration and incentives