New Construction Homes
Build Smart.Negotiate Smarter.
Buying new construction without your own agent is one of the most common — and expensive — mistakes Middle Tennessee buyers make. We represent you, not the builder. And it doesn't cost you a penny.
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The Builder Agent Myth
The On-Site Agent Works for the Builder.
When you walk into a model home, the friendly agent meeting you is paid by the builder to protect the builder's interests. That's not a scam — it's just their job. But too many buyers assume that person represents them and sign contracts that leave six figures on the table.
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Builders reserve commission for your agent — you aren't 'saving' anything by skipping representation.
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Your agent negotiates price, upgrades, incentives, and closing cost credits you wouldn't know to ask for.
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Your agent protects you on contract terms — escalators, change orders, warranties, and completion timelines.
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Your agent coordinates independent inspections at pre-drywall and final walkthrough — the builder's inspection isn't enough.
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Your agent ensures your earnest money is protected if the build is delayed or defective.
Important
Talk to Us Before You Sign
Already walked into a model home? You can still bring us in — but do not sign anythinguntil you do. Once you sign, you've locked yourself out of representation on that builder.
Call Before You SignMiddle Tennessee Communities
Active New Construction Markets
A snapshot of the most active new construction communities we're representing clients in right now.
Westhaven
Franklin
$900K – $3M+
Various
Classic Southern, traditional
Berry Farms
Franklin
$700K – $1.5M
Various
Mixed-use village
Bent Creek
Nolensville
$550K – $900K
Ryan / Drees
Family, walkable
Taramore
Brentwood
$1.2M – $3M+
Various
Luxury executive
Tollgate Village
Thompson's Station
$650K – $1.2M
Various
Traditional neighborhood
Wade's Grove
Spring Hill
$400K – $700K
Multiple
Family value
Durham Farms
Hendersonville
$450K – $800K
Freehold
Resort amenities
Bridgemore Village
Mount Juliet
$500K – $900K
Various
Family-focused
Don't see a community you're considering? We cover every active builder in Middle Tennessee — call to ask about any development.
Your Pre-Tour Checklist
Before You Tour Model Homes
Follow this checklist and you'll avoid the biggest mistakes new-construction buyers make.
01.Call us before your first model home visit — even a phone call establishes representation.
02.Bring us to the first appointment, or register our name with the builder in advance.
03.Never sign anything — even a 'registration card' — without clarifying it's not a purchase contract.
04.Ask about builder incentives, closing cost credits, and lot premiums before negotiating price.
05.Get your financing pre-approved with a lender independent of the builder's preferred lender.
06.Plan for a pre-drywall inspection — the single most valuable inspection in new construction.
07.Review the builder's warranty carefully — most issues show up in year one.
08.Document every upgrade and change order in writing, with price and delivery timeline.
“We walked into the model home thinking we'd save money by going direct. After a call with The Will Johnson Team, they negotiated $38,000 in upgrades and closing credits we never would have asked for. It cost us nothing.”
The Whitlock Family
New Build · Westhaven, Franklin
Looking at Resale Too?
Compare New Construction Against Resale.
Many buyers compare new construction side-by-side with resale. We run that comparison for you honestly — sometimes resale wins, sometimes new does. Let's talk through the math.
Builder Representation
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Tell us which builder or community you're considering — we'll be in touch before you sign anything.