From Lot to Keys

New Construction
Realtors in South Jersey

We know the builders, the communities, the land, and how the process really works.

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New construction home represented by The JK Realty Group in South Jersey
150+New Construction
20+Years with Builders
10+Subdivisions Represented
13+Counties Served

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The Approach

We work with builders.
And for you.

Our Services

What we do

Community Selection

Evaluating communities by location, builder reputation, resale value, and HOA terms.

Lot Selection

Analyzing premium positions, drainage, orientation, and future phases before you commit.

Negotiation

Negotiating price, incentives, deposits and closing timing with the builder on your behalf.

Upgrade Analysis

Guiding you through the design center toward upgrades that add resale value.

Phase Inspections

Coordinating independent inspections at pre-pour, pre-drywall, and final walkthrough.

Closing Coordination

Managing the process from permit to CO, keeping you informed and protected.

Experience on both sides of the table

For twenty years we have worked with South Jersey's builders as their listing brokerage, and with our buyers on the purchase side. We know how these deals are put together and what it takes to get a buyer and a builder to closing.

For a buyer, that means knowing the ins and outs of the deal before you sign, weighing upgrades that hold their value, and coordinating independent inspections at each phase of the build.

For a builder, it means aligning with a listing brokerage and agents who understand how to list and sell new construction, and who bring the experience and proven strategies to move a portfolio of homes, large or small.

If you build in South Jersey, or you own land that could become homesites, you reach the same team. We have listed and sold many or most of the homes in eleven communities, and we know the builders and what they look for in a site.

Markets

Where the homes
go up

Mullica Hill & SwedesboroGloucester County Vineland & BridgetonCumberland County Sicklerville & SomerdaleCamden County Woodstown & PittsgroveSalem County Marlton & Mount LaurelBurlington County Greater Philadelphia AreaPennsylvania

Track Record

Communities we've
marketed and sold

Since 2006, we've represented South Jersey's home builders as the listing brokerage, listing and selling many or most of the homes in the communities below, and the ones coming next.

Builders

Orleans Homebuilders · D.R. Horton · Beazer Homes · CalAtlantic Homes · Vertex Properties · Pantarelli Homes · Highland Development Group

Ellis Mill EstatesMullica Hill, Gloucester County Wheatley MeadowsMullica Hill, Gloucester County Leigh CourtMullica Hill, Gloucester County Serenity WoodsWilliamstown, Gloucester County Cade's WalkNewfield, Gloucester County The Fields at West DeptfordWest Deptford, Gloucester County Richwood CrossingGlassboro, Gloucester County Mimosa CourtGloucester Township, Camden County Presidential Heights IIVineland, Cumberland County Chapel HeightsVineland, Cumberland County The Reserve at Button MillUpper Deerfield, Cumberland County

Coming 2027 with Highland

Forest GlenVineland, Cumberland County Hopewell MeadowsHopewell Township, Cumberland County

Common Questions

New Construction
FAQs

Does having my own agent cost me more when buying new construction?+
No. In the vast majority of new construction transactions in New Jersey, the builder pays the buyer's broker compensation as part of their standard cost of sales. Bringing your own agent costs you nothing and gives you an experienced advocate throughout the entire process. The builder's on-site sales agent legally represents the builder, not you. Having your own buyer's agent is your right and is strongly recommended.
What is a Consumer Information Statement and when will I receive it?+
New Jersey law (N.J.A.C. 11:5-6.4) requires that all real estate licensees provide a Consumer Information Statement before any substantive discussion of real estate services. The CIS explains buyer agency, seller agency, and disclosed dual agency so you understand who your agent represents. We provide this document at the start of every relationship, including new construction transactions. See our full Consumer Information Statement.
Are real estate commissions negotiable in new construction?+
Yes. Real estate compensation is fully negotiable in all New Jersey real estate transactions, including new construction. No law, regulation, or real estate organization sets a standard commission rate. In most new construction transactions, the builder pays buyer broker compensation, but all compensation terms are subject to negotiation. See our Commission Disclosure for full details.
What can be negotiated with a builder?+
More than most buyers realize. Upgrade packages, closing cost assistance, lot premiums, deposit structure, settlement date flexibility, and sometimes base price are all negotiable. Builders are often more flexible at end-of-quarter, when closing out a phase, or when carrying unsold inventory. We know South Jersey's builders, their incentive cycles, and how to negotiate effectively on your behalf.
Why do I need an independent home inspector for a new construction home?+
Municipal building inspections confirm code compliance but are not comprehensive buyer-protection inspections. Independent inspections at pre-pour, pre-drywall, and final walkthrough stages catch issues that are far less expensive to fix during construction than after closing. Builder inspectors work for the builder. We coordinate independent inspectors who work exclusively for you and know what to look for at each construction phase.
How long does new construction take in South Jersey?+
Production home timelines in South Jersey typically range from 6–12 months from contract to settlement, depending on builder, construction stage, and permit processing. Custom and semi-custom builds can take 12–18+ months. We set realistic expectations at the start and monitor builder timelines throughout the process. Changes and upgrades selected after contract signing can extend timelines.
Can I use my own lender for new construction?+
Yes. Builders often promote preferred lenders with incentives such as closing cost credits, but you are not required to use the builder's lender. We recommend comparing the builder's lender offer carefully against outside options, sometimes the incentives are genuinely valuable, other times the higher rate or fees cost more than the credit. We help you evaluate the complete financial picture before making a financing decision.
What attorney review rights do I have in a new construction contract?+
New Jersey's three business day attorney review period applies to contracts a real estate licensee prepares. New construction runs both ways: some builders sell on a standard form an agent prepares, which carries the window, and others use a contract their own attorney wrote, which does not. Ask who wrote the agreement before you sign it. We strongly recommend having a qualified New Jersey real estate attorney review any new construction contract before you sign it. Builder contracts are written to protect the builder, not the buyer.

Next Step

Ready when
you are

Work with John & Justin

John Kelly, Broker(609) 790-6079 mobile  ·  (856) 681-4024 office
Justin Kelly, Broker-Associate(609) 444-9704 mobile  ·  (856) 681-4025 office

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