Luxury-Level New Construction Buyer Representation | Farmington Hills, MI
Some transactions are about speed. Others are about strategy, patience, and trust — and this one was all three.
24631 Jade Drive in Farmington Hills was a new construction purchase that came together after a 5-year home buying journey with a buyer who was selective, intentional, and clear about what she wanted. We didn’t tour dozens and dozens of homes — because I never believe in pushing a client into something that isn’t the right fit.
Instead, we stayed focused, protected her options, and moved when the right opportunity appeared.
Video: Buyer Success Story – 24631 Jade Drive, Farmington Hills
This video highlights a transaction I’m proud of — a buyer I worked with over a 5-year span to find the right home. She was selective, so we didn’t rush the process or force a decision that didn’t feel right. Ultimately, she chose to purchase a new construction spec home and still wanted me representing her because she valued having professional protection throughout the process. Even though the builder didn’t want agent involvement, I advocated for her every step of the way. She secured the lot she wanted in time, made the upgrades and customizations her family preferred, and she still loves the home two years later.
Property + Transaction Highlights
📍 Address: 24631 Jade Drive, Farmington Hills, MI 48336
🛏 Bedrooms: 4
🛁 Bathrooms: 2.1
📐 Square Footage: 2,457 (Builder)
🏡 Style: Colonial | 2-Story
📅 Year Built: 2023 (New Construction)
🌳 Community: Emerald Park Estates (Pulte Homes)
🎓 School District: Farmington
💰 Final Purchase Price (with upgrades): $611,490
Price reflects builder upgrades, selected finishes, and customizations chosen during the build process.
Why This New Construction Purchase Was Different
A lot of people assume new construction is “easy” — but the truth is, it’s a completely different type of real estate transaction.
With new construction, buyers still need protection with:
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builder contracts and timelines
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design selections and upgrade decisions
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lot availability and placement
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construction milestones
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communication and expectations
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final walkthrough standards
This is exactly why having the right representation matters — especially when you want the process to feel smooth and you want your investment protected.
If you’re considering building, here’s what professional support looks like from start to finish:
➡️ New Construction Buyer Representation
The 5-Year Buyer Journey (And Why It Worked)
This buyer was selective — and that’s not a bad thing. It simply meant we had to be patient and intentional.
We didn’t rush. We didn’t settle. And I never pressured her to buy something that didn’t feel right just to “make a deal happen.”
Over time, her needs became clearer, the market changed, and the right opportunity finally came together through a new construction spec home — with the ability to choose a lot she loved and customize the upgrades that mattered most to her family.
Advocating Even When the Builder Didn’t Want Agent Involvement
One of the most important parts of this story is that the buyer still wanted me involved because she saw my value in protecting her.
Even though the builder didn’t want agent representation in the process, I supported my client to the best of my ability, stayed focused on what mattered, and helped her navigate decisions with clarity and confidence.
This is the same level of support I provide for clients building one-of-one homes as well:
➡️ Custom Home Buying & Building Support
The Result
She was able to:
✅ Secure the lot she truly wanted
✅ Make upgrades and customizations that fit her lifestyle
✅ Feel protected throughout the process
✅ Move forward confidently — and still loves the home today
That’s what it means to Close With Patrice — not just helping someone buy a house, but helping them make the right decision for their lifestyle and long-term value.
If you’re thinking about new construction — or you’ve been searching for a while and want to move at the right pace without pressure — I’m here to help you do it the smart way.