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BUYER RESEARCH
A practical on-page checklist for comparing new homes without relying on stale incentive claims, generic contract advice or an advertised base price alone.
Confirm who represents you and understand any registration or representation requirements before signing documents.
Compare the full written purchase package: base price, homesite or lot premium, structural options, design selections and included features.
Request current HOA/CDD documents, tax information and insurance estimates relevant to the specific property.
Compare financing using the written Loan Estimate, including interest rate, points, lender fees, credits and cash due at closing.
Compare the exact written home price and included features. When financing offers are involved, compare the full loan cost and credits rather than focusing on one advertised rate or incentive.
Verify HOA/CDD documents, taxes, insurance considerations, school zoning, commute needs and the amenities or infrastructure that matter to your household.
Builder contracts vary. Read the agreement before signing and consult a Florida-licensed attorney when you need legal advice about your rights, obligations or contract language.
Understand inspection access, document walkthrough items, and read the written warranty for the specific builder and home rather than assuming coverage from a generic description.
Confirm who represents you and understand any registration or representation requirements before signing documents.
Compare the full written purchase package: base price, homesite or lot premium, structural options, design selections and included features.
Request current HOA/CDD documents, tax information and insurance estimates relevant to the specific property.
Compare financing using the written Loan Estimate, including interest rate, points, lender fees, credits and cash due at closing.
Read the builder contract and warranty carefully and ask questions about deadlines, deposits, change orders, inspections, default provisions and closing requirements.
Use independent inspections and the final walkthrough as appropriate for the property and contract, and document unresolved items before closing.
Treat inventory, pricing, incentives and completion dates as time-sensitive until confirmed in writing for the exact home.
Use Buy New Orlando's recorded data to narrow the field, then confirm time-sensitive details for the specific home before making a purchase decision.