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How to buy

From first call to your keys

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or new to new construction, here is the whole process: get pre-approved, design your home, and move in.

Step 1 · Get pre-approved

Start with a preferred lender

Our preferred lenders know our building process and deadlines. Using one also qualifies you for monthly buyer incentives when available, plus extra incentives for Hometown Heroes.

City Bank logo

Trusted Leader in the Mortgage Industry

Purchase or refinance, FHA, VA, Conventional and USDA loans, with over 30 years of mortgage experience.

Loans subject to approval. Certain fees and conditions apply.
EMI Funding logo

Solutions for Home Purchase, Refinance and Renovation

Home purchase, refinance and renovation loans from El Paso’s Latina-led mortgage lending firm.

Loans subject to approval. Certain fees and conditions apply.
Rocky Mountain Mortgage Company logo

More than 26,000 El Paso families helped to homeownership

The most highly reviewed mortgage company in El Paso and New Mexico.

Loans subject to approval. Certain fees and conditions apply.
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Estimate your monthly payment

Adjust the price, down payment, rate and term to see an estimated principal and interest payment. Property tax and insurance not included.

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Design your home
Step 2

Design your home

  1. Contract acceptedWe order plans, permits and materials.
  2. Design StudioWithin the first week, choose colors, finishes and upgrades with a Design Consultant.
  3. Pre-construction meetingMeet your superintendent and review the build process.
Watch it come together
Step 3

Watch it come together

  1. Pre-drywall meetingInspect your home with your superintendent before drywall goes up.
  2. Blue tape walk-thruMark any cosmetic items you’d like corrected.
  3. Private inspectionA third-party inspector checks the home the day after our QA inspection.
Close and move in
Step 4

Close and move in

  1. OrientationLearn where every key system is and how it works.
  2. ClosingSign your loan documents nine days after the blue tape walk-thru.
  3. Keys and utilitiesYour sales associate calls with your keys, and we share every utility contact.
  4. Warranty visits30-day and 11-month appointments start the day your home records.
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Frequently asked

Questions, answered

How long after the walk-through do I close?

Closing on your home occurs nine calendar days after the Blue Tape Walk-Thru meeting.

When do I visit the Design Studio?

A representative will contact you within the first week after your contract is accepted to schedule your design appointment.

Which lenders does CareFree Homes recommend?

CareFree Homes preferred lenders are City Bank, EMI Funding and Rocky Mountain Mortgage Company. Using a preferred lender qualifies you for monthly buyer incentives when available.

When are warranty appointments?

The 30-day and 11-month warranty appointment timeline starts on the day your home is recorded.

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