What Buyers Need to Know Before They Sign

Welcome to Vegas Confidential — where we talk about what’s actually happening in Las Vegas real estate, not just what shows up in the brochures.

New construction in Las Vegas can be a great opportunity. But behind the model homes and polished sales centers, there are real pitfalls buyers need to understand before they sign a contract.

That’s what Vegas Confidential is about: pulling back the curtain and giving you the information most buyers never get.

The Hidden Side of New Construction in Las Vegas

One of the biggest misconceptions about new construction is that it’s simple.

• Choose a floor plan.
• Pick a lot.
• Sign the paperwork.

In reality, new construction in Las Vegas is layered. Builders release inventory differently. Pricing shifts quickly. Incentives change without warning. And the details that matter most — lot placement, sun exposure, future development, and long-term livability — often get overlooked.

At Vegas Confidential, we focus on those details because they’re the difference between a smart buy and buyer’s remorse.

Why New Construction Pitfalls Catch Buyers Off Guard

Most new construction issues don’t show up immediately. They reveal themselves after move-in — when the excitement wears off and daily life begins.

These pitfalls often include:

• Lots that look fine now but won’t age well

• Assumptions about what’s included vs. what’s extra

• Overlooking future development around the home

• Relying too heavily on model-home presentation

Vegas Confidential exists to help buyers spot these issues before they become problems.

Strategy Matters More Than the Floor Plan

The biggest mistake buyers make with new construction is assuming the builder’s job is to protect them long-term.

It isn’t.

That’s why strategy and representation matter — knowing what to ask, when to ask it, and how to compare communities properly. This is exactly the kind of insight I share regularly through Vegas Confidential.

Full Vegas Confidential Video Drops Tomorrow at 6 PM

Tomorrow at 6 PM, I’m releasing a full-length Vegas Confidential video that breaks down:

The most common new construction pitfalls I see in Las Vegas

The mistakes buyers don’t realize they’re making

And how to avoid them before signing a contract

Watch the full Vegas Confidential video when it drops tomorrow at 6 PM

Want the Top 10 Questions to Ask Before Buying New Construction?

If new construction is even on your radar for 2025 or 2026, this is essential.

Download the Vegas Confidential “Top 10 Questions to Ask Before Buying New Construction” guide here

These are the exact questions my clients use to avoid surprises and negotiate from a position of strength.

More Vegas Confidential

Vegas Confidential isn’t just one blog or one video — it’s an ongoing look at what’s really happening in Las Vegas real estate.

Explore hundreds of Vegas Confidential blogs at JenniferGraffRealtor.com

You’ll find:

• New construction insights

• Community release updates

• Market shifts

• And behind-the-scenes intel you won’t get anywhere else

Vegas Confidential takeaway

New construction can be a great move — if you understand the pitfalls and go in informed.

And if you want to stay ahead of the market, Vegas Confidential is where you start.

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