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Homebuyers Guide

Video Series:

Buying a New Rocklyn Home

Everything you want to know about finding your perfect Rocklyn home. What is a purchase agreement? How do you get approved with BankSouth Mortgage? What is a pre-close orientation and acceptance walkthrough? This series guides you through it all.

5 Steps

To Buying Your
New Rocklyn Home

Buying a brand new home in Georgia or Florida should feel exciting, not overwhelming. As a trusted builder of new construction communities, Rocklyn walks first-time buyers and move-up shoppers through every construction phase, from choosing a floor plan to signing your purchase agreement with our preferred lender. The five steps below map the full homebuying process for every new construction home we build.

Step 1: Sales

Select your home.
Talk with your Community Sales Manager about the included features, structural options, and pricing for your selected home.
Review sales videos shared online and through your Community Sales Manager.
Go over the contract line by line with your Community Sales Manager for thoroughness and accuracy.
Review all Homeowners Association (HOA) documents.
Write your purchase agreement and sign through DocuSign.
Provide your purchase deposit through E-Check. See your Community Sales Manager for details.

Secure mortgage pre-approval or proof of funds and provide it to your Community Sales Manager within the required time frame.
Understand our construction safety program and procedures.
If applicable, a Design Gallery appointment will be scheduled.

Step 2: Set design appointment

(if applicable)

Attend your scheduled Design Appointment.
Learn the difference between included and optional customization options, from flooring to light fixtures.
Review and approve your chosen design selections.
Sign the design selection policies and procedures.
Complete and sign final design selections.
Provide applicable deposits for any options that carry an additional cost

Learn more about the Rocklyn Homes Design Center

Step 3: Pre-Closing

Verify your mortgage commitment 30 days prior to Close of Escrow.
Confirm all financial conditions for closing have been met.
Make sure all funds required for closing are available.
Attend the Pre-Close walkthrough (approximately 7 days before closing) with your Building Superintendent. This is a built-to-last checkpoint where you review finishes and structural components.
Attend the Acceptance walk and sign off on any minor repairs prior to closing.
Review all warranty literature and owner responsibilities (45-day and 11-month warranty reviews).
Set up utilities. See your Community Sales Manager.

Step 4: Closing

Wire transfer your closing funds.
Attend closing on time.
Bring all required documents to closing (certified check, driver’s license, proof of insurance, etc.).
Order your change of address through the U.S. Postal Service.

Step 5: Post Closing

Complete and return the New Homeowner Survey.
Follow warranty request procedures and owner seasonal maintenance responsibilities.
Visit your county office to file for homestead exemption, which can help lower your property taxes.

*Please note that every effort is made to complete your home in a timely manner. There are certain circumstances that can cause delays. These include, but are not limited to, weather, acts of God, availability and substitution of materials, unscheduled visits by the buyer to the construction site, and changes initiated by the buyer after time of contract.

FAQs

How long does the new construction home buying process take?

Most Rocklyn buyers move in 90 to 180 days after signing. Your sales consultant can point out any quick move-in homes that skip much of the construction process and are ready now.

Are there buyer incentives for first-time homebuyers?

Yes. Please see the on site agent to learn more about incentives.

Can I use my own mortgage lender?

Yes, you can bring your own mortgage lender, though buyer incentives apply only with BankSouth Mortgage. Either way, you will need conditional loan approval before Rocklyn starts construction on your new home.

Are Rocklyn homes energy efficient?

Every home we build includes energy-efficient appliances, better insulation, and modern features designed for real energy efficiency. That often means a lower monthly payment than an older home or resale home.

What does the floor plan tell me about the home?

Each floor plan lists base square footage, included finishes, and structural options, so your purchase price and any additional cost are clear from the start.

Do I need a real estate agent to buy a new construction home?

A real estate agent is optional. Rocklyn’s team can guide the entire buying process, or work alongside your agent to compare resale homes or your current home to one of our new builds.

Do Rocklyn buyers need a construction loan?

No. Rocklyn funds construction in-house, so no separate construction loan is required. You simply finance the final purchase price at closing through your mortgage lender.