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Elyson New Construction Buyer Checklist

A practical guide for comparing Elyson builders, incentives, quick move-ins, lots, timelines, and buyer representation before you visit model homes.

Before you tour: If you are considering Elyson, compare the full buying picture before registering with a builder. Builder reps are helpful, but they represent the builder's product. A buyer-side comparison helps you evaluate options across the community.

1. Buyer Readiness

Question	Your Notes
Target price range
Monthly payment comfort zone
Preferred move-in timing
Pre-approved, cash, or early financing?
Must-have bedrooms / bathrooms / garage
One-story, two-story, or flexible?
Elyson only, or comparing other communities?

2. Builder Comparison

Builder	Plan / Section	Base / List Price	Incentive	Timeline	Key Tradeoff

3. Incentive Check

What is the total incentive and what does it apply to?
Is the incentive tied to the builder's preferred lender or title company?
Does the incentive reduce cash to close, interest rate, upgrades, or price?
What happens if you use your own lender?
Is the advertised incentive already reflected in the listed price?

4. Quick Move-In Review

Item	Ask / Verify	Notes
Completion timing	Is the closing date realistic?
Included upgrades	Which structural/design upgrades are already included?
Lot location	Road, drainage, utility, privacy, and future development considerations?
Inspection	Can you complete third-party inspection(s)?
Warranty	What is covered and for how long?
Financing	Are rate or closing-cost terms tied to a specific lender?

5. Monthly Cost Items To Verify

Property tax rate and any MUD-related costs
HOA dues and transfer/setup fees
Home insurance estimates
Builder deposit requirements
Lender credits, rate buy-down terms, and closing cost details
School zoning: verify directly before deciding

6. Before You Register With A Builder

Ask how buyer-agent registration works before you visit or enter your information online. Texas residential buyer representation rules changed in 2026, and builders may have their own registration processes. Before touring or engaging builders on your behalf, I follow the required buyer representation and disclosure process.

7. Next Step

Send your budget, timeline, and whether you have already visited any Elyson builders. I can help you compare builder options and prepare a focused tour plan.

Araib Bhurgri
GAR Realty Management LLC
Call/Text: 713-992-3532
Email: araib.bhurgri.ab@gmail.com
License: 733052
Designated Broker: Muhammad Sharif | License 627401-B | 832-215-7470