One trend I’m seeing in the DFW real estate market—and across the country—is that new homes are no longer guaranteed to come with a higher price per square foot than resale properties. Builder incentives are shaking up the old rulebook, giving buyers fresh opportunities to compare value. This shift is driven by two main factors: builders are eager to move completed homes off their books, while many current homeowners are holding onto their properties, keeping resale inventory tight and competitive. For much of the past decade, new builds usually carried a premium, but lately, I’ve witnessed builders cutting prices and offering more incentives than ever before.
If you’re weighing your options, remember: your negotiation power is greatest where builders have a healthy inventory. In areas with fewer new homes under construction, resale sellers still hold the advantage. The landscape could shift again depending on how permitting and building progress in the coming months—if new-home construction slows, the current discounts may fade. As someone who loves finding the right deal for my clients, I’m always tracking these shifts to help you make smart, informed moves in the DFW market.
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