09/02/2026
Think a brand-new home automatically means a bigger price tag? đĄâ¨ Think again.
Right now, the typical newly built home is selling for about $40,000 LESS than an existing home nationally. đ
And builders arenât stopping there.
Many are offering incentives like:
đ° Closing cost assistance
đ Mortgage rate buydowns
⨠Upgrades and other concessions
đĄ Plus, some builders are reducing prices to move inventory
That means a new construction home you assumed was out of budget may actually be more affordable than a resale home especially once you compare the monthly payment and incentives.
But hereâs something I always want buyers to know:
â ď¸ The salesperson at the model home represents the builder not you.
Having your own agent from the beginning gives you someone in your corner to help compare communities, evaluate incentives, negotiate where possible, and make sure you understand exactly what youâre agreeing to.
And ideally, you want to connect with your agent before you visit the model homes, since some builders have specific rules regarding buyer-agent representation.
If youâre considering buying in Southern California #, I can help you compare new construction vs. resale and find out which builders are offering incentives right now.
đŠ DM me âNEW HOMEâ and Iâll help you start exploring your options.
Liz Regis | KHORR Realty