The Charlotte New Construction Incentives Report

(Updated Weekly)

Discover the real builder incentives available right now—rate buydowns, closing cost credits, and limited-time specials—plus how to combine them into the lowest possible payment and cash-to-close.

Updated based on builder-published promos and inventory indicators

Built for Charlotte-area buyers who want the best deal and the right community

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What You'll Get in the Free Report

Best Current Incentives

The best current buyer incentives from builders actively selling in the Charlotte metro

Expiration Dates

Expiration dates (when published) so you don't miss the window

Move-In-Ready Counts

Move-In-Ready counts so you can target homes builders want to sell now

Negotiation Strategy

My negotiation + lender strategy to turn incentives into real savings

Best Builder Match

A "Best Builder Match" shortlist based on your budget, timeline, and lifestyle

The Most Impressive Incentives Available Right Now

Important: Incentives change frequently and may require preferred/affiliate lenders and/or apply only to select homes. Always confirm final terms in writing.

Lennar (Greater Charlotte)

Offer window: Purchase agreements signed 1/19/26–1/25/26

Must close by: 2/25/26 (select homes)

Move-in-ready indicator: 6 available homes shown on Lennar's Charlotte city page at time checked

Shea Homes (Charlotte Area)

Incentive: Up to $30,000 in design incentives + $15,000 closing cost incentive (select homesites)

Purchase by: 1/31/26 (as published)

Move-in-ready indicator: 18 quick delivery homes (inventory changes daily)

David Weekley Homes (Charlotte Area)

Incentive: 5% of advertised price up to $30,000 toward discount/financing incentives (select quick move-in homes)

Purchase window: 1/1/26–3/15/26; close by 3/31/26

Move-in-ready indicator: Varies; NewHomeSource shows Charlotte-area "quick delivery homes" counts

Meritage Homes (Charlotte Area)

Promotion: "Now through January 31" messaging tied to select move-in-ready homes

Additional promo: Rate/buydown structure "through Sept 30" (see disclosures)

Move-in-ready indicator: 41 quick delivery homes (Charlotte area snapshot; inventory changes daily)

D.R. Horton (Charlotte Area)

Inventory: 28 communities / 230 homes for sale at time checked

Incentives: Commonly posted per community (closing cost assistance / specials vary by neighborhood)

Eastwood Homes (Charlotte Area)

Offers: Charlotte-area incentives (commonly closing cost credits on select quick move-in homes; "limited time" language)

Move-in-ready indicator: 102 quick delivery homes at time checked

Epcon Communities (Charlotte Area)

Offers: Programs like 2 years of HOA dues (program details via sales counselor)

Move-in-ready indicator: 18 quick delivery homes at time checked

Pulte Group (Pulte Homes + Del Webb)

Incentives: Often community-specific (rate/closing cost offers frequently tied to preferred lenders)

Move-in-ready indicator: 56 quick delivery homes (Charlotte area snapshot; inventory changes daily)

About Suzanne Keeter

Your New Construction Buyer Specialist in Charlotte

Why Work With Me?

Buying new construction is different from buying a resale home. Builders have their own contracts, timelines, and incentive structures—and without the right representation, you could leave thousands of dollars on the table or miss critical protections.

I specialize exclusively in new construction buyer representation in the Charlotte metro area. I know which builders are motivated, which incentives stack, and how to structure your offer to protect your deposit, timeline, and appraisal risk.

My Background

Licensed North Carolina Real Estate Agent
Specialized training in new construction buyer representation
Deep relationships with Charlotte-area builders and communities
Track record of securing maximum incentives and protecting buyer interests

Understanding Builder Incentives & How I Help

Watch this short video to learn how builder incentives work and why having specialized representation matters

[Video: Builder Incentives & Why Work With Me]

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Why Incentives Alone Don't Equal the Best Deal

Builder incentives can be real savings—or they can be marketing headlines that cost you more through pricing, lender terms, or missed negotiation leverage. I help Charlotte-area buyers win on all three:

Builder + Inventory Leverage

I target communities with higher move-in-ready inventory where builders are most motivated.

Financing Strategy

I compare the builder lender offer vs. outside lenders so you know the true cost of the rate buydown and credits.

Contract + Negotiation Protection

I structure your offer to protect timelines, deposits, inspection strategy, and appraisal risk—especially for quick move-in deals.

Your 3-Step Plan to Get the Best New Construction Deal

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