Compete new construction incentives resale vs builder concessions comparison Frisco

Compete New Construction Incentives: Resale Seller Guide

by Neda DameshghiMarket Updates, Seller Resources, UncategorizedPosted on Comments are Disabled

Quick Answer Match the builder’s biggest selling point, a lower monthly payment, instead of only cutting your price. A seller-paid 2-1 rate buydown, such as $12,000 instead of a $15,000 price cut, often lowers the buyer’s payment more while you net about the same. Add a closing cost credit, a one-year home warranty and flexible …

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Compete new construction incentives resale vs builder concessions comparison Frisco

What the Builder Isn’t Telling You — A Buyer’s Guide to Negotiating New Construction in 2026

by Neda DameshghiFrisco, Home Buying Tips, Market UpdatesPosted on Comments are Disabled

Quick Answer Yes, and in 2026 North Dallas builders are negotiating. The five levers most buyers miss are a rate buydown (often a 2-1 buydown through the builder’s preferred lender), closing cost credits of $10,000 to $25,000 (especially on spec homes), design center credits, lot premiums of $5,000 to $50,000+ that are often negotiable, and …

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