Summer Buying Advantage: Builder Incentives, Red Tag Deals & PCS Timing

If you’re thinking about buying a home this summer—whether you’re relocating to the Killeen area for military PCS orders or just want to settle before the new school year—right now might be the best time to make a move.

Here’s why…

1. Schools Are Out & Buyers Are Moving

With Killeen ISD officially out for summer, families are making moves—and so are builders. This window between late May and August is one of the busiest homebuying seasons, and builders are pulling out all the stops to move their inventory before school picks back up.

2. Builders Are Offering BIG Incentives

We’re seeing some of the strongest builder incentives in years:

• Interest rates as low as 3.99% (yes, you read that right)
• Move-in ready inventory available right now
• Red tag deals and price drops on homes already under contract
• Cash toward closing costs, lease break assistance, and rate buydowns
• Upgrades like blinds, refrigerators, washers & dryers, garage openers, irrigation systems and more—all on the table to negotiate

One of my buyers just saw the builder reduce their contract price by $19,000 while still under contract. That’s the kind of market we’re in right now: builders want to close homes fast, and they’re ready to deal.

3. It’s a Sweet Spot for PCS Families

If you’re PCSing to Fort Cavazos or relocating to Central Texas this summer, the timing couldn’t be better:

• New builds that are ready now (no long construction delays)
• Lenders familiar with VA loans and relocation timelines
• Negotiable lease breaks if you’re mid-rental
• The chance to move and get settled before school starts again

I work with families relocating from across the country—and I’m always ready to jump on virtual tours, coordinate closing timelines, and make the process smooth and stress-free.

4. You Can Negotiate More Than You Think

Now is not the time to play small. I’m negotiating:

• Full appliance packages
• Blinds throughout
• Irrigation systems
• Rear sod and fencing
• Price drops after contract
• Closing cost coverage
• AND lease-break assistance

This is why having the right Realtor® matters—because a builder’s deal isn’t really a deal unless someone’s advocating for your best interest.

Final Thoughts: Your Summer Move Starts Here

If you’re thinking of buying this summer, now is the time to act. The right home is waiting, the incentives are strong, and with me in your corner—you’re not going into this blindly.

Ready to take advantage of summer builder incentives?

Send me a message that says “RED TAG” and I’ll send over my list of current move-in ready homes with unbeatable builder deals.