Texas New Construction Rebate FAQ

Yes. Texas does not prohibit real estate agents from sharing their commission with buyers. Under TREC rules, licensed brokers may return a portion of their earned commission to a buyer as a closing credit. Our program is operated under EXL Realty Group (TREC Broker License #9015220). Buyer-agent compensation is negotiable and not set by law or any MLS rule. Read the full breakdown, straight from TREC's own guidance →

2.5% cash back, statewide, no tiers. We keep a flat 0.5% fee; the rest of the builder-paid commission is returned to you as an estimated closing credit subject to lender approval. Full in-person representation is included at no extra cost: Jakir attends all builder meetings, reviews purchase agreements and all addenda, and negotiates upgrades, lot premiums, closing cost contributions, and rate buydowns on your behalf. The estimated closing credit is typically the 3% commission minus our 0.5% fee, returned at closing subject to lender approval.

Subject to lender approval, the estimated closing credit can be applied to: closing costs, a mortgage rate buydown, builder upgrades (structural or design center selections), or lot premiums. Each lender has its own limits on how closing credits may be used: discuss your options with your lender early in the process. We work closely with your lender to structure the credit in the most beneficial way for your situation.

Builder policies commonly require your buyer agent to be identified before or during your first model-home or sales-office visit. The on-site sales representative works for the builder, and many builders will not add an outside buyer agent after an unregistered visit. Registration takes about 2 minutes and is free. It identifies Jakir Malek of EXL Realty Group as your buyer agent before that first visit. Builder policies vary, so contact us if you have already visited.

Every buyer gets the same service, statewide, at the same flat rate: buyer-agent registration, required brokerage documents, transaction paperwork, contract and addenda review, negotiation support, in-person builder meetings where available, commission processing, and the estimated closing credit. Our fee is a flat 0.5% of the purchase price, subject to the signed representation agreement.

Yes. You may contact builder sales teams and communities directly. Register us as your buyer agent first and identify Jakir Malek of EXL Realty Group whenever a builder asks whether you are working with an agent. Do not rely on a website inquiry alone to preserve eligibility under a builder's policy.

Yes. A written agreement documents the brokerage relationship, services, compensation, and estimated rebate terms. Review it before signing and ask questions about anything you do not understand. Website registration begins the process but does not replace the final signed agreement.

Contact us as soon as possible. Some builders may allow late registration, while others will not. We can ask the builder, but we cannot guarantee that it will recognize outside representation or pay buyer-agent compensation after your first visit.

Our inventory is compiled from builder-provided market inventory files and organized by metro, city, builder, community, price, address, and available property details. It is not an MLS or IDX feed.

We publish updated builder inventory as new market files are received and reviewed. Availability, pricing, incentives, completion dates, and specifications can change between updates, so always confirm current details with the builder.

Builder inventory files do not always include bedrooms, bathrooms, square footage, floor plans, or licensed photos. We display the information provided and avoid using third-party listing photos without permission. Contact the builder or community for the latest plan details and approved media.

No. The search is a discovery tool, not a reservation system. A home may be sold, placed on hold, repriced, or changed after the latest update. Confirm availability and terms directly with the builder, then tell us which home interests you.

Usually, yes. The program is not limited to homes visible in our search. Send us the builder, community, address, or website link before visiting, and we will review the location, service availability, and registration requirements.

Our primary inventory markets are Dallas–Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, including surrounding cities and communities. Our flat 2.5% cash back may be available elsewhere in Texas; contact us with the builder and location so we can confirm.

The calculator uses the home price and an assumed buyer-agent commission to compare the estimated credit after our service fee. It is an illustration, not a promise. The actual amount depends on compensation offered and received, purchase price, signed agreement, transaction terms, and lender approval.

No. Buyer-agent compensation is negotiable and varies by builder, community, home, promotion, and transaction. Any website example using 3% is an estimate only. We confirm the applicable compensation and rebate terms for your transaction.

Often, but builder promotions and lender conditions vary. Ask the builder for a written incentive sheet and provide it to your lender and buyer agent. The builder, title company, and lender determine how incentives and credits may be combined.

The rebate is normally disclosed in the transaction and applied as a closing credit when permitted. The final method and amount must comply with the contract, builder, title company, lender, and applicable rules. It is not paid before the brokerage receives the related commission.

Loan programs may limit credits or how they can be used. Tell your lender about the anticipated rebate early. Depending on the transaction and approvals, the parties may explore eligible closing costs, a rate buydown, or other permitted uses, but no particular treatment is guaranteed.

Your signed buyer representation agreement controls compensation obligations. Before you proceed with a builder, we will explain the known compensation and discuss any gap or exception so you can make an informed decision. Do not rely solely on an online estimate.

Yes. Major DFW builders including D.R. Horton, Lennar, Highland Homes, Bloomfield Homes, David Weekley, and Taylor Morrison cooperate with registered buyer agents. The critical requirement is that you register Jakir as your agent before your first visit to a model home or sales office. Once you visit without an agent registered, most builders lock you out of outside-agent representation.

Collin County leads DFW new construction: Frisco, McKinney, Prosper, Celina, Anna, and Melissa all have extensive inventory from national and regional builders. Denton County communities like Northlake, Aubrey, and Little Elm are growing rapidly. Tarrant County (Mansfield, Midlothian, Aledo, Burleson) and Rockwall/Kaufman County (Rockwall, Royse City, Forney) also have strong inventory. We cover all of these.

Yes, and it works the same way here as everywhere else in Texas: a flat 2.5% cash back with no separate service tier for DFW. Jakir attends all builder meetings, reviews all purchase agreements and addenda, and negotiates upgrades, lot premiums, closing cost contributions, and rate buydowns. The estimated closing credit is typically the 3% commission minus our 0.5% fee, returned at closing subject to lender approval.

DFW new construction typically ranges from $330,000 to $700,000+ depending on community and builder. Entry-level communities in Celina, Anna, and Forney start around $330,000–$380,000. Move-up communities in Prosper, Frisco, and Southlake regularly exceed $550,000–$900,000. Use the DFW calculator to see your estimated closing credit at any price point.

Yes. Major Houston builders including D.R. Horton, Lennar, Perry Homes, Meritage, Coventry, and Taylor Morrison cooperate with registered buyer agents. The requirement is that you register Jakir as your agent before your first builder visit to a model home or sales office. Registration is free and takes about two minutes.

The Woodlands/Spring area, Katy, and Cypress are among the most active Houston submarkets. Sugar Land, Pearland, League City, and Conroe are also strong. Outer-ring communities like Tomball, Richmond, and Manvel offer more entry-level pricing from national builders like D.R. Horton and Lennar.

Yes. We offer full in-person buyer representation in Houston at the same flat 2.5% cash back rate we offer statewide. The builder-paid commission, minus our 0.5% fee, may be returned to you as an estimated closing credit subject to lender approval: an estimated $10,000 on a $400,000 home.

Houston new construction ranges from around $280,000 in outer suburbs to $600,000+ in established communities. The Woodlands/Spring area averages $450,000–$700,000+; Katy and Cypress typically range $380,000–$550,000; entry-level communities like Alvin and Manvel start around $290,000–$340,000. Use the Houston calculator to see your estimate.

Yes. Major Austin area builders including D.R. Horton, Lennar, KB Home, Meritage, and Taylor Morrison cooperate with registered buyer agents. The requirement is that you register Jakir as your agent before your first visit to any model home or sales center. After visiting without registration, most Austin builders will not honor outside-agent eligibility. Registration is free and takes 2 minutes.

Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Leander, and Liberty Hill are the most active for new construction in the Austin Metro. Pflugerville, Hutto, and Manor offer more affordable entry-level options. The I-35 corridor south (Kyle and Buda) is also very active and within commuting range of both Austin and San Antonio.

Yes. We offer full in-person buyer representation in the Austin Metro at the same flat 2.5% cash back rate we offer statewide. The builder-paid commission, minus our 0.5% fee, may be returned to you as an estimated closing credit subject to lender approval: an estimated $11,875 on a $475,000 home.

Austin Metro new construction ranges from $330,000 in outer suburbs to $700,000+ in established North Austin communities. Entry-level communities in Pflugerville, Manor, and the Kyle/Buda corridor often start $330,000–$400,000. Mid-range communities in Round Rock and Georgetown average $400,000–$550,000. Use the Austin calculator to see your estimate.

Yes. Major SA Metro builders including D.R. Horton, Lennar, KB Home, Perry Homes, and Meritage cooperate with registered buyer agents. The requirement is that you register Jakir as your agent before your first visit to any model home or sales center. Registration is free and takes about two minutes at texashomesrebates.com/register.

The Northeast SA corridor (Schertz, Cibolo, Universal City, and Converse) has the highest new construction volume in the SA Metro. New Braunfels is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas with extensive inventory from national builders. The I-35 corridor between SA and Austin (Kyle, Buda, and San Marcos) is also booming. Northwest SA communities like Helotes and Boerne offer premium options.

Yes. We offer full in-person buyer representation in San Antonio at the same flat 2.5% cash back rate we offer statewide. The builder-paid commission, minus our 0.5% fee, may be returned to you as an estimated closing credit subject to lender approval: an estimated $8,750 on a $350,000 home, a meaningful reduction in out-of-pocket closing costs.

San Antonio Metro new construction typically ranges from $270,000 in entry-level communities to $550,000+ in premium areas like Boerne, Fair Oaks Ranch, and Stone Oak. The Northeast corridor (Schertz, Cibolo) averages $320,000–$430,000. New Braunfels and Kyle/Buda typically range $330,000–$480,000. Use the SA calculator to see your estimate.