Buying new construction? Christina Leavenworth represents you, not the builder
New construction
When you walk into a model home in Pace, Milton, Navarre or Gulf Breeze, the person greeting you usually works for the builder. Christina Leavenworth is a REALTOR® at Levin Rinke Realty who works for the buyer. She helps buyers purchase new construction across Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, Pace, Milton, Navarre and Perdido Key.
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What Christina does for new construction buyers
Christina reads the builder's contract and addenda line by line, then negotiates the items that can move. That includes price, lot premiums, upgrade credits, closing cost help and the completion timeline.
She also schedules independent inspections during construction and before closing, attends the final walk-through with you and keeps the punch list moving. New homes still have defects, and Christina wants them found before closing day.
Where Christina helps buyers purchase new construction
Pace
Master-planned neighborhoods and new subdivisions with a steady stream of builder inventory.
Milton
New homes on larger lots, plus river and rural settings in Santa Rosa County.
Navarre
New neighborhoods between Pensacola and Fort Walton Beach, close to Navarre Beach.
Gulf Breeze
Infill and replacement homes on established streets, often with bay or sound access.
Pensacola
Infill lots, townhomes and new builds in and around Cordova Park, East Hill and Beulah.
Perdido Key
New coastal construction where elevation, wind and flood design matter most.
Spec home, to-build or custom: what changes
A spec or quick move-in home is already framed or finished, so the timeline is short and the choices are limited. A to-build home lets you pick the plan and finishes, but the closing date depends on the builder's schedule and permitting. A custom home adds an architect, a lot and a longer runway.
Each path has different deposits, contract terms and risks. Christina explains which one fits your timeline before you sign.
How buying new construction works with Christina
Call before the first visit
Many builders set rules about when a buyer's agent must be involved, often at the first visit. A quick call keeps your options open.
Compare builders and lots
Christina walks communities with you and compares price, lot, HOA or CDD fees and incentives side by side.
Review and negotiate the contract
Every addendum, deposit and deadline gets read and negotiated before you sign.
Inspect, walk through and close
Independent inspections, the final walk-through, the punch list and the closing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the builder's sales agent represent me?
Usually not. The on-site sales representative works for the builder. A buyer's agent like Christina Leavenworth works for you.
When should I bring an agent to a new construction community?
Before your first visit or registration. Many builders have rules about when a buyer's agent must be involved, so call Christina first.
Does a buyer's agent cost extra on new construction?
In many cases the builder's cooperating broker commission covers the buyer's agent, so representation often adds no out-of-pocket cost. Terms vary by builder, and Christina confirms them before you sign anything.
Does a brand-new home need an inspection?
Yes. New homes can have framing, plumbing, electrical and finish problems. Christina schedules independent inspections during the build and before closing.
Can I negotiate with a builder?
Often, yes. Builders may move more on incentives, closing cost credits and upgrades than on list price. Christina asks for the pieces that are most likely to move.
Call or text Christina before you walk into a model home.
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Contact ChristinaChristina Leavenworth is a REALTOR® with Levin Rinke Realty serving Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, Perdido Key, Milton, Pace, Navarre, Navarre Beach, Pensacola Beach and Orange Beach.