If you’re exploring new construction in Baldwin County, contact World Impact Real Estate.

The model home has the kitchen you want, a covered back porch, and just enough space for a home office. Then you find a lot you love. Before you put down a deposit, ask the builder to show you exactly what you’d get on that lot and what it would cost.

Whether you’re looking in Foley, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, or elsewhere in Baldwin County, these five questions will help you compare new homes.

1. What comes standard in the home I’m pricing?

Walk through the model with the builder’s included-features list in hand. Ask about the flooring, countertops, appliances, and covered porch. If you love the kitchen in the model, find out which finishes are included and what it would cost to recreate the rest. For a home that’s already under construction, ask which selections are locked in and which you can still change.

2. How will this floor plan sit on this lot?

Ask to see the site plan for the exact lot. Look at where the driveway and back porch will sit, how much usable yard you’ll have, and which direction the afternoon sun will hit. If you want a fence, a garden, or room to park a boat, ask about easements, grading, and community restrictions before choosing the lot.

3. What would I pay with and without the builder incentive?

If the builder offers help with closing costs or a rate buydown, ask for the terms in writing. Find out whether the offer depends on using a particular lender, choosing a specific home, or closing by a certain date. If you’re comparing lenders, ask for Loan Estimates based on the same loan amount and down payment, then compare the monthly payment and the cash you’d need at closing.

4. When can I inspect the home, and how are repairs handled?

Ask early whether the contract allows an independent inspection and when an inspector can access the home. If you’re buying before construction is complete, ask whether a pre-drywall inspection is an option. Find out how the builder documents items from the final walkthrough, when those items are due to be completed, and how to submit a warranty request after closing.

5. What happens if the completion date moves?

Ask for the estimated completion date and what the contract says about delays. This matters if you’re selling another home, ending a lease, or locking in an interest rate. Before scheduling movers, ask the builder which milestones are still outstanding and when you can expect a firmer closing date.

Before your first model-home visit, let your agent know which communities you’re considering. Ask whether the builder has a buyer-agent registration process so you can handle it before or during your first visit.

If you’re exploring new construction in Baldwin County, contact World Impact Real Estate. We can help you compare specific homes, lots, and builder offers so you can see what each option includes before you decide.