Upstate South Carolina
New Construction
New Construction Homes in Upstate South Carolina
Thinking about a new build? Call or text me before you walk into a model home: 856-220-2225 .
I’m Stacey Haas, a Realtor with Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate, and I hold a New Home Sales certification. I represent buyers purchasing new construction homes across Greenville County and Spartanburg County, from new communities in Simpsonville to Duncan. I’m with you from the first model home tour to the final walk-through, and my only job along the way is looking out for you.
Why bring your own agent to a new build?
The sales consultant in the model home works for the builder. They know every floor plan by heart, and they’re there to sell the builder’s homes on the builder’s terms. With your own agent, someone at the table is focused only on you: your budget, your timeline and what you’re agreeing to.
Timing matters, too. Many builders ask that your agent come with you, or register you, on your very first visit. If you tour a model or sign in at the sales office on your own, some builders won’t let you add an agent later for that community. A quick call or text before that first visit keeps your options open.
I’m there at every stage
A new build has more steps than a resale home, and each one is a chance to catch something early. Here’s where you’ll find me:
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First model home tour. We look at floor plans, lots and what comes standard, so you know what the base price actually includes.
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Design process. I help you weigh upgrades and selections so the finishes you love fit the budget you set.
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Pre-drywall inspection. Before the walls close, an inspector checks the framing, wiring, plumbing and ductwork that will soon be hidden. I’m there with you.
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Blue tape walk-through. We walk the home with the builder and mark cosmetic touch-ups with blue tape so they’re handled before closing.
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Final home inspection. A home inspector reviews the finished home, and I follow up with the builder on anything that needs attention.
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Final walk-through. We confirm the repairs are done and the home is ready for you.
And yes, I’m at the closing table, too.
Getting the most from builder incentives
Builders across the Upstate offer incentives regularly, and the offers change often, sometimes month to month and community to community. I keep up with them and help you figure out what each one is really worth to you. Common incentives include:
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Rate buy-downs that lower your mortgage interest rate, either for the first year or two (a temporary buy-down, such as a 2-1) or for the life of the loan (a permanent buy-down)
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Closing cost incentives, where the builder covers part of your closing costs
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Other offers, such as design credits or included upgrades, depending on the builder and community
Many incentives depend on using the builder’s preferred lender or closing by a certain date, and move-in-ready homes often carry different offers than homes that haven’t been built yet. Whether you’re looking in Greer or Five Forks, I’ll help you line up the options side by side so you can choose the one that saves you the most for as long as you plan to own the home.
Builders I’ve worked with
I have worked with production builders including Pulte Homes, Ryan Homes, Lennar, D.R. Horton, Mungo Homes and Toll Brothers. Each has its own contracts, timelines, design process and incentive structure, and knowing those differences helps me set clear expectations from day one.
Support that fits your move
Buying from a distance. I also hold a Relocation certification, and I’m at every stage of the build in person. If you’re moving to the Upstate and can’t make it to every inspection or walk-through, your agent is still on site, and I keep you updated along the way. I’m also happy to help you get to know the area, from Mauldin and Taylors to Anderson, so you can choose a community that fits your commute and daily routine.
Using VA financing. As a former military spouse, I know how tight a PCS timeline can be. VA loans can be used on new construction, and they have their own limits on what a builder can contribute toward your costs. I’ll help you weigh each builder’s incentives with that in mind.
Selling your current home while you build. I list and sell homes too, so I can coordinate the sale of your current home with your build schedule, whether you’re moving from Taylors to a new build in Duncan or across the county. Build dates can shift, so we plan the timing of your sale around the builder’s estimated completion date.
Your next step
Before you visit any builder’s sales office, call or text me at 856-220-2225 . It only takes a few minutes, and it helps make sure you can have your own agent for that home.
When you’re ready:
Book a free new construction consultation. We’ll talk through your budget, timing, preferred areas and builders.
Book a consultationRequest current builder incentives for Moore, Greenville or wherever you’re looking.
Get current incentivesCall or text me directly at 856-220-2225 .
Stacey Haas, Realtor | Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate | 856-220-2225
Builder names are trademarks of their respective owners. I am not employed by or affiliated with any builder named on this page.
New Construction FAQs
Do I need a Realtor to buy a new construction home in Greenville, SC?
You aren't required to have one, but it's a smart move. The builder's sales consultant represents the builder. Your own Realtor represents you by comparing incentives, helping you understand the builder's purchase agreement, attending inspections and walk-throughs, and following up on repairs. I do this for new construction buyers in Greenville County and Spartanburg County from the first model tour through closing.
Can I bring my own agent to a builder's sales office or model home?
Yes. Builders in the Upstate commonly work with buyer's agents, but many have a registration policy that requires your agent to come with you, or register you, on your first visit. Before you stop by a model home in Simpsonville, Greer or anywhere else, call or text me so I can register you or meet you there.
What happens if I visit a model home before I contact an agent?
It depends on the builder. Some will still let you add an agent if you do it quickly, and others won't allow it for that community once you've registered on your own. If you've already visited a sales office, contact me and I'll check that builder's policy with you.
What builder incentives are available in the Upstate?
Common builder incentives in Greenville and Spartanburg Counties include mortgage rate buy-downs, help with closing costs, and design or upgrade credits. Offers change often and vary by builder, community and closing date, and many require using the builder's preferred lender. Contact me for the current incentives in the areas you're considering.
What is a rate buy-down on a new construction home?
A rate buy-down lowers your mortgage interest rate, often paid for by the builder as an incentive. A temporary buy-down, such as a 2-1, lowers the rate for the first one or two years. A permanent buy-down lowers it for the life of the loan. I help you compare a buy-down's value against other incentives, such as closing cost help.
What is a pre-drywall inspection, and is it worth it on a new build?
A pre-drywall inspection happens after the framing, wiring, plumbing and ductwork are in, but before the walls are closed. It's the last chance to see those systems before they're covered. Builders do their own checks, and an independent inspection adds a second set of eyes. I attend these inspections with my clients.
What is a blue tape walk-through?
A blue tape walk-through is a walk of the nearly finished home with the builder, where you mark cosmetic issues like paint touch-ups, scuffs or nail pops with blue painter's tape. The builder fixes those items before closing, and the final walk-through confirms the work is done.
How do I buy a new construction home from out of state?
Start with an agent who can be on site when you can't. I attend the pre-drywall inspection, blue tape walk-through, final inspection and final walk-through in person, and I keep you updated at each stage. That way you can buy a new build in the Upstate, whether you're settling in Greenville or Anderson, without flying in for every milestone.
Can I sell my current home while buying a new construction home?
Yes, and timing is the key. Build schedules can shift, so the sale of your current home should be planned around the builder's estimated completion date. Because I represent both buyers and sellers, I can handle your sale and your new build together and keep both timelines lined up.
Can I use a VA loan to buy new construction in South Carolina?
Yes. VA loans can be used on new construction homes when the home meets VA requirements and the builder works with VA financing. VA has its own limits on seller and builder concessions, so it's worth comparing each builder's incentives with your lender before choosing a home. I'll help you do that.