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NEW HOMES · 11 STATES

Buying a New Home in Virginia, Tennessee or Georgia

Builder incentives, completion timelines and new-home appraisals all shape the loan. Duane helps you compare financing before you sign.

Licensed in 11 states

Compare many lenders

No-pressure advice

WHAT IT IS

Buying from a builder, step by step

Builders often offer incentives such as closing cost help or rate buydowns when you use their preferred lender. Comparing that offer with other lenders can show you which is stronger.

Honest comparison matters. I shop many lenders and put the numbers side by side, so you can decide with the full picture.

Builder incentives

Compare a builder's lender incentive with other offers, including credits, buydowns and rates.

Appraisal planning

New-home appraisals rely on nearby sales. We plan for the chance the value differs from the contract price.

Loan choices

Conventional, FHA and VA are common on new homes. Down payment help may apply on eligible purchases.

Completion timelines

Completion dates move. I help you time your rate lock and avoid surprises.

HOW IT WORKS

From model home to keys

01

Get preapproved first

Know your budget before you tour and before you sign.

02

Compare lender offers

Ask the builder for incentive terms in writing and I will compare them with other options.

03

Lock with a plan

Choose a lock period that matches the expected completion date, with an extension option if the build slips.

04

Walk through and close

Final inspection, final numbers and closing.

LOCAL KNOW-HOW

New homes in 11 states

Program availability can vary by state and by lender. I check what is offered where your property is located.

Virginia

Central Virginia, Hampton Roads and Northern Virginia

Builder communities are active around Richmond, Hampton Roads and the Northern Virginia suburbs.

Tennessee

Nashville suburbs, Knoxville and Chattanooga

Growth around Nashville and across East Tennessee brings steady new-home inventory.

Georgia

Atlanta suburbs, Savannah and Augusta

Metro Atlanta suburbs and coastal Georgia have many builder communities to compare.

FAQ

New home questions

Should I use the builder's lender?

It is your choice. Compare the incentive against other offers in writing. I am happy to provide a side-by-side.

What if the appraisal comes in low?

You may renegotiate, bring more cash or request a review. Planning ahead helps.

Can I get down payment assistance?

Often, on eligible primary-residence purchases through Virginia Housing, THDA or Georgia Dream. Program rules apply.

NEXT STEP

Touring new homes?

Send me the builder offer and I will compare it with other options. No obligation.

Duane Buziak, NMLS #1110647, Coast2Coast Mortgage, LLC, NMLS #376205. Licensed in VA, FL, TN, GA, NC, SC, MD, DC, WV, TX and KY. Equal Housing Lender. This information is educational and is not an indication of loan qualification, approval or a commitment to lend. Rates, programs and guidelines change and are subject to credit approval.