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New Construction Representation · Colorado Springs, CO

New Construction
Buyer's Agent

Jerrod Butler · Realtor · 14 Years Experience

Expert guidance through every stage of a new construction purchase — builder contract review, design center upgrade negotiation, construction walkthroughs and final inspection. Representing your interests against the builder so you get the best value. VA loan expertise for military buyers building near Fort Carson, Schriever and Peterson SFB.

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Jerrod Butler - New Construction Colorado Springs
Jerrod ButlerNew Construction · Colorado Springs

14-year Colorado Springs market expert. Boutique concierge service — you work with Jerrod directly, from consult through closing. Military precision and mission focus on every transaction with an Army Ranger Veteran.

"Your Wish. We'll Make It Happen!®"

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14 Years Experience
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24 Years Colorado Springs
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Service Includes

New Construction Buyer Representation — What You Get

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Builder Contract Review & Protection

New construction purchase agreements are written by the builder's legal team to protect the builder. Jerrod reviews every builder contract before you sign — identifying one-sided clauses, warranty limitations, change order risks and buyer protections that need to be negotiated before you put any money down.

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Design Center Upgrade Negotiation

Most buyers spend $20,000–$60,000+ at the design center beyond base price. Jerrod knows which upgrades add resale value and which are pure margin for the builder. He negotiates upgrade allowances and package pricing that most buyers never knew were available — saving you real money on day one.

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Construction Phase Walkthroughs

Pre-drywall, pre-closing and final walkthrough inspections with an investor's trained eye. Jerrod documents every concern in writing, holds builders accountable to their commitments and ensures your punch list items are completed before you close.

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Independent Home Inspection

Builder inspections are not independent. Jerrod strongly recommends and coordinates an independent inspector for every new construction purchase — and accompanies them through the walkthrough to ensure every issue is documented and addressed before closing.

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VA Loan for New Construction

VA loans work for new construction — but the process has specific requirements around appraisals, builder certification and draw schedules that many agents don't understand. As an Army Ranger veteran and MRP certified agent, Jerrod navigates VA new construction financing with genuine expertise.

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Builder Accountability Throughout Construction

You hired a builder to build your home to specification. Jerrod holds them to it — attending walkthroughs, documenting discrepancies in writing and advocating for your interests at every stage from contract to keys. You should never navigate that process alone.

How It Works

Buying New Construction in Colorado Springs — Step by Step

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Free Consultation & New Construction Orientation

We meet before you visit a single model home. Jerrod explains how new construction contracts differ from resale, which builders are active in Colorado Springs, what to watch out for in the sales office and how to avoid the most common and costly buyer mistakes.

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Builder Selection & Lot Choice

Guidance on builder reputation, quality tier, community HOA structure, lot positioning, elevation selection and base price versus true final cost. Jerrod helps you evaluate options across Colorado Springs builders with the same analytical discipline he applies to investment properties.

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Contract Review & Negotiation

Before you sign anything, Jerrod reviews the full builder contract and purchase agreement. He identifies buyer-protective amendments to request, negotiates upgrade allowances and ensures earnest money and cancellation terms are clearly understood.

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Design Center Walkthrough

Jerrod attends the design center appointment as your advisor — helping you prioritize upgrades with the best resale value, avoid over-customizing and negotiate package pricing with the design center representative.

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Construction Phase Walkthroughs

Pre-drywall inspection, pre-closing walkthrough and final blue tape session with an investor's trained eye. Every concern is documented in writing and tracked through resolution before you hand over any additional funds.

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Independent Inspection & Closing

Independent home inspection is coordinated and attended. All punch list items are documented and confirmed complete. Closing is coordinated with builder, title and your lender — VA loan or conventional — with Jerrod managing every detail through key handoff.

Local Market Expertise

Colorado Springs New Construction — Active Communities

Colorado Springs has one of the most active new construction markets in Colorado, with major builders including Pulte, Richmond American, Oakwood, Century Communities and local custom builders active across multiple master-planned communities. Jerrod Butler has represented buyers through new construction purchases throughout the city and knows which builders deliver quality, which communities have strong appreciation trajectories and where the best VA loan new construction opportunities exist near Colorado Springs military installations.

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Professional Designations & Certifications

Credentials That Set the Standard

GRI

Graduate Realtor Institute

National Association of Realtors
ABR

Accredited Buyer's Representative

National Association of Realtors
MRP

Military Relocation Professional

National Association of Realtors
SFR

Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource

National Association of Realtors
CDPE

Certified Distressed Property Expert

Distressed Property Institute
REO

Institute of REO Certification

Equator Certified · RES.NET · BidOnHomes
C-REPS

Certified Real Estate Pricing Specialist

NABPOP
Army Ranger Tab

Army Ranger Veteran

U.S. Army · Military Relocation Expert
Common Questions

New Construction Buyer's Agent FAQ — Colorado Springs

Does the builder pay my buyer's agent commission, or does it come out of my pocket?
In virtually all Colorado Springs new construction transactions, the builder pays the buyer's agent commission — it does not come out of your pocket or your purchase price. You receive full professional representation at no additional cost to you. Confirm the specific terms with Jerrod during the free initial consultation.
Can't I just work directly with the builder's sales agent?
The builder's sales agent works for the builder — their job is to sell homes at the best price for the builder. They cannot represent your interests. Having Jerrod as your independent buyer's agent means you have a professional in your corner reviewing contracts, negotiating upgrades and holding the builder accountable throughout construction.
When should I bring my buyer's agent to the builder's sales office?
Before your first visit, if at all possible. Many builders require that your agent be registered on your first visit in order to receive commission. More importantly, you want Jerrod's guidance before you hear the builder's sales pitch — it significantly changes how you evaluate what you're being told.
What's the most important thing to negotiate with a new construction builder?
It depends on the builder and the market, but design center allowances, closing cost contributions and lot premiums are typically the most negotiable items. Cancellation and earnest money forfeiture terms are equally important to scrutinize carefully. Jerrod identifies the highest-leverage negotiation points for your specific builder and community.
Do VA loans work for new construction in Colorado Springs?
Yes — with important caveats. The builder must be VA approved, the home must meet VA property requirements, VA appraisals in new construction can be complex and draw schedules require coordination with the lender. Jerrod has successfully guided multiple military buyers through VA new construction purchases near Fort Carson, Peterson and Schriever SFB.
How do construction walkthroughs work and why do I need them?
Walkthroughs at pre-drywall, pre-closing and final punch list stages give you the opportunity to identify construction deficiencies, confirm specifications are being followed and document anything that needs to be corrected before closing. Jerrod attends these with an investor's trained eye and ensures concerns are formally documented with the builder in writing.
What new construction communities are you most familiar with in Colorado Springs?
Active communities where Jerrod has significant transaction experience include Banning Lewis Ranch, Wolf Ranch, Flying Horse North, Stetson Hills, Northgate and Lorson Ranch near Fort Carson. He also works with clients in Monument, Woodmoor and Falcon new construction communities.
Is a new home warranty worth relying on instead of an independent inspection?
Builder warranties cover specific defects over specific time windows — they don't prevent you from taking delivery of a home with issues. An independent inspection identifies problems before closing that you can require the builder to fix. The warranty is your recourse after closing — the inspection is your protection at closing.

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Office1880 Office Club Point, Ste 145
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