Get prepared. Find your fit. Make a plan for what comes next.
A new construction purchase can involve a finished home, a home already underway, or a home built after you choose your plan and homesite. Your path depends on the builder, the home, your financing, and your timing.
TWO WAYS TO FIND YOUR NEW HOME
Presale vs. Inventory
The right fit starts with your timeline and how much you want to choose.
CHOOSE FIRST. BUILD NEXT.
Presale
A home you purchase before construction begins. You’re essentially buying dirt and building from the ground up.
Your choices
You may select a homesite, floor plan, and certain structural or design options. Choices and deadlines vary.
Your timing
Plan around a construction schedule. Completion dates are estimates and may shift.
Your budget
Look beyond the base price: homesite premiums, options, deposits, and other costs can affect the total.
Ask before deciding
What is included? Which selections are available? When are deposits and decisions due?
FIND THE HOME. REVIEW THE TIMING.
Inventory
A home the builder has already started or completed, often called a spec home or quick move-in home.
Your choices
The plan, homesite, and many finishes may already be selected. Remaining changes depend on construction stage and builder policy.
Your timing
A finished home may offer a shorter path to closing. A home under construction still has a schedule to confirm.
Your budget
Review the specific home’s price, included features, and any incentive conditions. Offers can change.
Ask before deciding
What stage is the home in? What is still open to change? What needs to happen before closing?
Inventory does not always mean move-in ready. Confirm the actual home’s construction stage and estimated completion before planning your move.
Choose a path to see how the steps can differ. Open each stop for what to do and what to ask.
Your path: choose your home, make selections, and follow the build.
01Define your ideal home+
Connect with Kala to talk through your budget, preferred locations, must-haves, and moving timeline.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
Make a list of must haves, like to haves, and deal breakers.
A QUESTION TO ASK
What does my next home need to make possible?
02Get financially prepared+
Talk with a lender about preapproval, your comfortable payment range, and the funds you may need. Compare financing options and review Loan Estimates when available.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
Gather the documents your lender requests and discuss estimated cash needed for the purchase.
A QUESTION TO ASK
What payment and total upfront costs work for my situation?
03Find your community and builder+
Explore communities with Kala, tour your shortlist, and compare floor plans, homesites, amenities, and ongoing ownership costs.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
Keep a shortlist of the homes and communities that fit your priorities.
A QUESTION TO ASK
What is included, what costs extra, and what is the current availability?
04Make your selections+
Structural selections are made at the time of contract. Depending on the builder, you’ll choose your design selections either at contract or afterward at a separate design appointment. I’ll help you understand your builder’s process, keep track of selection deadlines, and weigh your options with your budget and goals in mind.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
Track the cost of selections and get approved changes documented.
A QUESTION TO ASK
What is my total price after my selections, and which decisions are final?
05Review the agreement together+
We’ll review the builder’s agreement together, including pricing, deposits, deadlines, included features, and incentives. I’ll answer your questions, flag details that deserve a closer look, and help you understand your commitments before you sign.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
Confirm what the price includes and ask for unclear terms to be explained.
A QUESTION TO ASK
What am I agreeing to, when are funds due, and how are changes handled?
06Coordinate your inspections+
I’ll help you coordinate independent inspections at the appropriate stages, including pre-drywall and final inspections when timing allows. We’ll review the reports together, bring concerns to the builder, and track outstanding items so you feel informed and supported throughout the process.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
Ask about inspection access and relevant stages before those opportunities pass.
A QUESTION TO ASK
Which milestones are coming up, and what needs to be scheduled now?
07Confirm financing and closing details+
Stay in touch with your lender as underwriting, appraisal, insurance, and closing preparations move forward. Review your Closing Disclosure and ask about differences from your Loan Estimate.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
Respond to lender requests and confirm your closing requirements and timing with the closing team.
A QUESTION TO ASK
What is still needed from me, and what is my confirmed cash to close?
08Walk the home and review next steps+
We’ll prepare for your orientation, document questions, and identify outstanding items to address with the builder. This is also the time for your final independent home inspection. I’ll help coordinate it and review the findings with you so we can advocate for any needed repairs before closing. You’ll also learn how to operate and care for your new home.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
Review the completion-item process, warranty documents, and how to submit a service request.
A QUESTION TO ASK
Which items remain, how will they be handled, and who is my contact?
09Close and start your next chapter+
Complete the closing steps with your closing team. Confirm when possession and keys will be available, then arrange utilities and your move.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
Keep copies of your closing records, manuals, and warranty information.
A QUESTION TO ASK
When can I get the keys, and what should I do during my first weeks at home?
Your next chapter comes with a guide.
Let’s talk through your timeline, your options, and the next step that makes sense for you.
