Research and guides for new construction homebuyers. No fluff, no spam — just the information you need before you sign.
D.R. Horton builds more homes than anyone in America. Their purchase agreement is drafted to protect D.R. Horton, not you. Here is what to look for before you sign.
Lennar is the second-largest homebuilder in the country. Their contracts contain patterns that every buyer should understand before closing.
The implied warranty of habitability is your legal guarantee that a new home will be safe to live in. Some builders ask you to waive it.
Deposit forfeiture clauses let builders keep your earnest money if you do not close — even if the home has serious defects. Here is how they work.
Most buyers assume new means better. But new construction contracts are fundamentally different from resale contracts — and not in your favor.
D.R. Horton’s standard purchase agreement is a contract of adhesion — most legal clauses are non-negotiable. But closing cost credits, design upgrades, lot premiums, and the home price itself may be on the table if you know when and how to ask.
LGI Homes targets first-time buyers with affordable, move-in-ready homes. Their contracts contain the same high-risk clauses as other national builders. Here is what to watch for.