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Building in Kyle · Free New Construction Guide

Buying new construction in Kyle? Read this first.

From your first model-home visit to your eleven-month warranty walk — builder contracts, what a new build really costs, and the MUD/PID tax districts most Kyle buyers miss. Grab the free New Construction Guide.

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Free PDF The Complete New Construction Guide by Holley Homes Realty — cover
What's inside

Everything you need to buy new construction in Kyle with confidence

01

Why New Construction

The real appeal of building — and the whole picture most buyers only half-see.

02

The Builder Isn't Your Agent

Who actually represents you, and why registering me before your first visit matters.

03

Touring the Smart Way

What to ask before you sign — and why the model home isn't the house you're buying.

04

Builder, Lot & Plan

Production vs. custom, how to vet a builder, lot premiums, and spec vs. build-to-order.

05

The Contract & the Money

Builder contracts, incentives, the design center, and what a new build really costs.

06

Watching It Get Built

The real timeline, slab to systems to handoff, and how to stay involved.

07

Inspections

Why a brand-new home still needs its own inspection — and what inspectors find.

08

Walkthrough, Closing & Warranty

The final walkthrough, closing on a new build, and your warranty decoded — plus four printable checklists.

What buying new construction in Kyle looks like

Kyle is master-planned new-construction country — here's what to know

  • Master-planned communities dominate, with production builders and move-in-ready inventory at a range of budgets.
  • New construction often means a MUD or PID — a tax district that can add to your monthly payment, and your bill can jump in year two.
  • More home for your money than closer to Austin — but comparing two builders in the same price band is how you win.
  • The builder's rep works for the builder; registering me on your first visit keeps someone working only for you.
  • The Guide covers the process; I cover Kyle — together that's the full picture before you sign.
One thing to keep with you
"Fall in love with the floor plan. Stay skeptical of the finishes."
— From The Complete New Construction Guide
175+
Closed deals
10 yrs
Serving Central Texas
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Kyle & Hays County specialist
Free
No-obligation guide
What clients say

People who trusted the process

★★★★★

"Brandon was absolutely amazing throughout our home-buying journey. My husband found him through his YouTube videos, and after watching we knew he was who we wanted. As first-time buyers we had endless questions, and he made everything feel manageable and stress-free. We're now in our first home and couldn't be more grateful."

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Amber Dopen
First-time buyer · Google review
★★★★★

"Brandon helped us buy a home and we had an amazing experience with Holley Homes Realty! He navigated us through the entire process, and we felt lucky to have him on our side while dealing with our builder."

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Hannah Guillen
New-construction buyer · Google review
★★★★★

"As first-time homebuyers deciding on a new build, we're so fortunate to have had Brandon. He always knew what to ask the builder — even when we had no idea what to ask — checked in regularly, and handled all the details so we felt supported the whole way. Can't recommend him highly enough!"

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Megan McLane
New-build buyer · Google review
Brandon Holley, Broker/Owner, Holley Homes Realty
Your local Kyle new-construction expert

Meet Brandon Holley

Broker / Owner · Holley Homes Realty

I've spent the past 10 years helping buyers across Kyle, Buda, and the greater Austin area — with 175+ closed deals along the way. Kyle is one of the markets I know best, and much of it is master-planned new construction where knowing the builders and their incentives really pays off.

This guide is everything I'd tell you over a cup of coffee at Summer Moon if you were deciding whether to build in Kyle — and how to read the contract behind the model.

"My job is to make this feel clear, not complicated. No pressure, just good information so you can decide what's right for you."
Common questions

New construction in Kyle: quick answers

Do I need my own agent to buy new construction?+
Yes — and it's the single most important thing to get right. The builder's sales rep works for the builder, not for you. If you register me on your very first visit, it keeps your representation and costs you nothing — the builder pays agent compensation out of a budget that exists whether you bring someone or not. Walk in alone and you may lose that option.
What does a new build actually cost in Kyle?+
More than the base price on the sign. Between design-center upgrades, lot premiums, and the MUD or PID district costs common in Kyle's master-planned communities, the real number can climb fast — and that district piece can push your tax bill up in year two. The guide shows how to see the full monthly number before you sign.
What are builder incentives, and can I negotiate?+
Builders protect the base price to defend the value of every home behind yours, so they'd rather give you incentives — rate buydowns, closing costs, design-center dollars — than a discount. The guide explains how incentives really work and what each one actually requires of you, so we can negotiate from the right side.
Does a brand-new home really need an inspection?+
Yes. New doesn't mean flawless — the guide covers why a new build still needs its own independent inspections (not just the city's) and what inspectors actually find. It's one of the easiest ways to protect a very large purchase.
What school district are Kyle's new communities in?+
Kyle is served by Hays CISD, though schools can vary by community. We'll match the right new-construction neighborhood to what your family needs.
Is this guide really free?+
Yes — completely free and no obligation. Enter your name and email and the PDF is sent to you right away. It's simply the best way I know to be helpful before you ever decide whether to work with me.

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