New Construction Homes in Oakland County, Michigan
Build New. Buy Smart. Have an Advocate on Your Side.
From the first builder appointment to closing, Raphael Price helps you ask the right questions, review the paperwork and protect your interests — every step of the way.
The Core Message
Before You Visit a Builder, Contact Me First.
When you walk into a new-home sales office, the representative at the desk is there to represent the builder — not you. Their job is to sell the community's inventory and protect the builder's position in the contract, not to negotiate on your behalf.
Builder policies on REALTOR® representation vary from community to community, and the terms can shift depending on when you register. That's why it matters to involve Raphael before your first visit — he'll confirm exactly how a given builder's policy works before you sign anything or put down a deposit.
What a New Build Actually Involves
More Moving Parts Than Most Buyers Expect
Builder Contracts
Builder-drafted purchase agreements favor the builder by default — every clause is worth reading closely before you sign.
Lot Premiums
Certain homesites carry an added charge for location, view or size — understanding what you're paying for matters.
Upgrades
Builder-offered upgrades are priced differently than comparable work done after closing — worth comparing before you choose.
Allowances
Flooring, fixtures and finish allowances have limits — knowing them up front avoids surprises at selections.
Construction Timelines
Build schedules shift with permitting, weather and supply — a realistic timeline helps you plan your move.
Inspections
An independent inspection during and after construction gives you a second set of eyes beyond the builder's own team.
Financing
Builder-affiliated lenders are one option among several — comparing terms is part of an informed decision.
Warranties
New-home warranties vary by builder and by system — understanding what's covered, and for how long, matters at move-in.
Long-Term Resale
Lot position, floor plan and community build-out can all affect resale down the road — worth weighing at the outset.
How Raphael Advocates
An Informed Voice on Your Side of the Table
Raphael's role is to help you ask the questions a builder's sales office won't raise on its own — about the contract, the lot, the timeline and the options in front of you.
Private Introductions
A Trusted Network, Introduced Privately
Over years of representing new-construction buyers, Raphael has come to know which builders, lenders and inspectors communicate clearly and follow through. Rather than publish that network, he makes introductions privately — matched to your build.
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Thinking About Your Next Move?
Considering new construction? Start with a conversation before your first builder appointment — or get a clear, private read on what your current home is worth.