Want to save money on a new construction home in DFW? Stop asking for a lower base price. The key is to negotiate where builders are actually willing to give. Here’s where you can flex your real negotiating power.

Where to Negotiate for Savings

• Lot Premiums: That $20K upcharge for a corner lot? Totally negotiable, especially in newer phases where builders are eager to build momentum.
• Design Center Money: If they offer $10K in design goodies, push for $15K! Builders have wiggle room here, particularly if you use their preferred lender (which they love).
• Closing Costs: This is where the magic happens. Builders can adjust numbers on their spreadsheets when you work with their chosen lender.

Where Buyers Waste Their Breath ??

• Base Home Prices: These rarely budge, especially on build-from-scratch homes. Trust me, I’ve tried!
• Structural Options: Extra garage bays or media rooms? Those prices are locked based on materials and labor.
• Premium Lots: That stunning cul-de-sac backing to a greenbelt? Builders know its value and won’t let it go cheap.

The Secret Sauce: Timing

Want real negotiating power? Target inventory homes that are complete or nearly finished. When a builder has a spec home sitting empty or a fallen-through contract, they start sweating—and that’s your moment to pounce! Unlike resale homes, new construction is an emotional battle between your dreams and their calculator. Their spreadsheet doesn’t care—my expertise does.

Your Next Step in DFW

Ready to save on your DFW new build in Dallas, Fort Worth, or surrounding areas? DM me for a free 15-minute strategy call to plan your purchase. Let’s turn your new home dream into a smart deal!

Lauren Kerschen, Realtor and Team Lead at DFW’s Finest Real Estate Group
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