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Stop Giving Away Thousands at the Closing Table in Houston

Commission Cash Back gives Houston home buyers up to 2.5% of the purchase price back at closing. New construction and resale. TREC-licensed. Fully legal.

$10,000+ Avg. New Build Savings
2.5% New Construction Rebate
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100% Legal in Texas Paid at Closing No Upfront Fees
New construction home exterior in Houston Texas where buyers earn commission cash back at closing
Avg. Houston check $10,000+
Recent close · Katy, TX
$11,240
2.5% rebate on a $449,600 new build in Cinco Ranch.

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$400,000
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Your Estimated Rebate

$10,000

Paid at closing

2.5% of $400,000

Traditional agent gives you: $0
Compare Your Options

Others charge more. We give more back.

Houston's median home price sits around $335,000, with new construction averaging closer to $400,000 across the metro. At those price points, the difference between a traditional agent and Commission Cash Back is $10,000 or more at closing. Here's how your options compare:

Traditional Agent

$0 Back

  • Full representation included
  • Agent keeps 100% of commission
  • Most common, and most expensive for buyers

Other Rebate Programs

$5,000–$7,000

  • Typically 1.5–2% back
  • Often reduced service levels
  • Fine print: minimum fees, restricted builders

Commission Cash Back

$10,000

  • 2.5% back on new construction
  • 2% back on resale
  • Full representation, no hidden fees
Highest rebate in Texas New construction & resale Full representation TREC-licensed & DOJ endorsed
Simple Process

Three steps to thousands at closing.

01

Register Free

Complete our 2-minute registration before you visit any builder sales office or tour homes with a seller's agent. This locks in your rebate eligibility.

02

Buy Your Home

Shop for new construction or resale homes throughout Houston. We provide full buyer representation - contract review, negotiation, and closing coordination.

03

Keep the Money

Your rebate appears on the closing disclosure as a credit. On a $400,000 new build, that's $10,000 back - paid at the closing table, not weeks later.

New construction example: $400,000 home x 2.5% rebate = $10,000 back at closing.
Resale example: $350,000 home x 2% rebate = $7,000 back.

Important: Register before your first builder sales-office visit or before touring a listed home. Builders and listing agents typically require a buyer's agent to accompany you on the first visit in order to preserve the rebate.

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Both Buyer Types

New construction & resale rebates.

New construction home in Houston Texas qualifying for 2.5 percent commission cash back rebate
New Construction

2.5% Back

Register before your first builder visit. We'll represent you through contract, negotiation, and closing. Your rebate is 2.5% of the total purchase price, credited at closing.

  • Works with every major Texas builder
  • Stack with builder incentives (closing costs, rate buy-downs)
  • Full contract review and negotiation

D.R. Horton, Perry Homes, KB Home, Meritage, Taylor Morrison, Highland Homes...

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Pre-owned home in Houston Texas eligible for 2 percent buyer agent commission rebate
Resale / Pre-Owned

2% Back

Works anywhere in Texas. We provide on-demand showings, offer writing, inspection coordination, and closing support. Your rebate is 2% of the purchase price, credited at closing.

  • On-demand showings through our agent network
  • Full offer negotiation, inspections, and closing
  • Works with any listing in any MLS
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Houston Markets

Commission rebates across the Houston metro.

The Houston metropolitan area spans over 10,000 square miles with dozens of distinct communities. Commission Cash Back offers rebates on new construction and resale homes throughout the entire metro, from inner-loop neighborhoods to master-planned suburban communities.

New construction homes in Bridgeland Houston Texas where buyers earn commission rebates

Bridgeland

Bridgeland is a Howard Hughes master-planned community in northwest Houston near US-290 and the Grand Parkway, featuring lakes, trails, and resort amenities on flat coastal prairie. Production builders like Perry Homes, Meritage, Taylor Morrison, and D.R. Horton are active here, with homes ranging from the $300Ks to the $600Ks. A 2.5% rebate on a $450K new build returns $11,250 at closing.

Key communities: Bridgeland Lakeland, Bridgeland Creekland, Parkland Village, Hidden Creek

$300K-$600K $10,000+ avg. rebate
New construction homes in Generation Park Houston Texas where buyers earn commission rebates

Generation Park

Generation Park is a master-planned community in northeast Houston near Lake Houston and US-59/I-69, anchored by a 4,000-acre business and residential district. Production builders are delivering two-story Texas suburban homes from the $250Ks to the $450Ks. A 2.5% rebate on a $350K new build returns $8,750 at closing.

Key communities: Redemption Square, Lockwood, Lakeshore, Summerwood

$250K-$450K $8,000+ avg. rebate
Residential homes in Spring Branch Houston Texas where buyers save with commission rebates

Spring Branch

Spring Branch is a transitioning west-central Houston neighborhood between I-10 and US-290, inside Beltway 8, where new modern infill townhomes are appearing alongside 1960s-era ranch homes under mature live oaks. New construction townhomes typically range from the $400Ks to the $700Ks while resale 1960s homes start in the $300Ks. A 2.5% rebate on a $550K new townhome returns $13,750 at closing.

Key communities: Memorial Park area, Hilshire Village, Hedwig Village, Spring Valley

$300K-$700K $10,000+ avg. rebate
Residential homes in Clear Lake Houston Texas where buyers save with commission rebates

Clear Lake

Clear Lake / Nassau Bay sits in southeast Houston near NASA Johnson Space Center along Galveston Bay, anchored by aerospace, medical, and port employment. Homes here mix 1970s-80s era brick ranch resale and newer two-story builds, typically from the $250Ks to the $450Ks. A 2% resale rebate on a $350K home returns $7,000 at closing.

Key communities: Nassau Bay, Clear Lake City, El Lago, Seabrook, Friendswood

$250K-$450K $8,000+ avg. rebate
Residential homes in Greater Heights Houston Texas where buyers save with commission rebates

Greater Heights

The Houston Heights, north of I-10 inside Loop 610 along Heights Blvd and 19th Street, is a walkable urban-residential district where modern craftsman townhomes sit alongside early-1900s bungalows under mature live oaks. New construction commands a premium with homes ranging from the $400Ks to over $800K. A 2.5% rebate on a $650K new build returns $16,250 at closing.

Key communities: Houston Heights, Norhill, Woodland Heights, Sunset Heights, Brooke Smith

$400K-$800K+ $13,000+ avg. rebate

No matter which Houston area you're considering, your commission rebate applies. Register before you start shopping to lock in your rebate eligibility.

Market Data

Houston real estate market snapshot.

Median Home Price

$335,000

Up 2.1% year-over-year

Months of Inventory

4.5 mo

Balanced market conditions

Active Listings

52,700+

Houston metro area

Avg. Days on Market

64 days

Slight buyer advantage

Strong Job Market

Houston's economy spans energy, healthcare, aerospace, manufacturing, and a growing tech sector. This diversity supports steady housing demand even when individual sectors fluctuate. The Texas Medical Center alone employs over 106,000 people, and the Port of Houston drives logistics employment across the southeast corridor.

New Construction Leader

Houston consistently leads Texas in new home construction permits, with 11,000+ single-family permits issued annually. Major builders are actively developing in every direction from the city center, with the heaviest activity in Katy, Cypress, The Woodlands, and the Pearland/Manvel corridor. For new construction buyers, this inventory depth means more negotiating leverage and more opportunities to use a commission rebate.

Buyer-Friendly Conditions

With 4.5 months of inventory (above the 4.0-month national average) and average days-on-market stretching past 60, Houston buyers have room to negotiate. Sellers are offering concessions, builders are stacking incentives, and commission rebates let buyers capture even more value at the closing table.

Data source: Houston Association of Realtors (HAR) 2025 Annual Housing Market Report. Reflects full-year 2025 data.

Builders We Work With

Get your commission rebate with any Houston builder.

Commission Cash Back works with every major builder in the Houston metro.

D.R. Horton

America's #1 homebuilder with hundreds of Houston communities

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Perry Homes

Texas-born builder known for quality and customer satisfaction

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KB Home

Personalization-focused builder with energy-efficient designs

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Meritage Homes

Award-winning energy-efficient homes across Houston

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Taylor Morrison

Premium homes in Houston's most desirable communities

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Highland Homes

Innovative floor plans from The Woodlands to Katy

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Pulte Homes

Life-tested designs built for how families actually live

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David Weekley Homes

Houston-founded builder focused on craftsmanship

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Ashton Woods

Design-focused builder with modern floor plans

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Toll Brothers

Luxury homes in Houston's premier neighborhoods

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M/I Homes

Quality construction with flexible design options

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Coventry Homes

Recognized for personalization options

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Don't see your builder? We work with virtually every builder in Texas. Contact us to confirm

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Nearby Texas markets.

Commission Cash Back serves buyers across Texas. If you're considering areas beyond Houston, explore rebate details for these nearby markets:

Why Buyers Trust Us

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TREC-Registered Brokerage

Commission Cash Back operates under Ouray 550 LLC, a fully licensed Texas real estate brokerage registered with the Texas Real Estate Commission.

100% Legal in Texas

Commission rebates are legal in Texas and actively encouraged by the U.S. Department of Justice as a way to promote price competition in real estate.

Rebate Paid at Closing

Your cash back appears directly on your closing disclosure as a credit. No waiting, no hoops, no fine print.

No Upfront Costs

You pay nothing to register, nothing to use our service, and nothing if you decide not to move forward. Your rebate comes from the commission, not from you.

Quick Answers

Common questions Houston buyers ask.

Is a commission rebate legal in Texas?
Yes. Commission rebates are 100% legal in Texas, explicitly permitted by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), and actively endorsed by the U.S. Department of Justice. Commission Cash Back operates under Ouray 550 LLC, a TREC-registered brokerage. There is nothing gray-area about this.
Do I get the rebate on new construction AND resale?
Yes. New construction buyers receive 2.5% of the total purchase price back at closing. Resale/pre-owned buyers receive 2% back. Both are credited directly on your closing disclosure. The rebate works with any builder and any listing in Texas.
Will I get less service because of the rebate?
No. You get a licensed Texas real estate agent who handles your buyer representation agreement, contract review, negotiation on pricing and upgrades, and closing coordination. Our efficiency comes from running a lean brokerage, not from reducing your service.
How is 2.5% different from competitors offering 2%?
Most rebate programs offer 1.5-2% of the purchase price. On a $400,000 home, that's $6,000-$8,000. Commission Cash Back's 2.5% new construction rebate returns $10,000 on the same home. That's $2,000-$4,000 more in your pocket, with the same level of representation.
What if I sign a buyer rep agreement and change my mind?
The NAR settlement requires buyer representation agreements before touring homes. Our agreement is straightforward and we'll walk you through every provision before you sign. If you have questions about the terms, ask them upfront.
Will the builder care that I'm using a rebate agent?
No. Builders set aside a commission on every home specifically to pay buyer's agents. Whether your agent keeps all of it or gives most of it back to you is between you and your agent. The builder's sales process and your pricing don't change.
Which Houston builders does Commission Cash Back work with?
Every major builder in the Houston metro, including D.R. Horton, Perry Homes, KB Home, Meritage Homes, Taylor Morrison, Highland Homes, Pulte Homes, David Weekley Homes, Ashton Woods, Toll Brothers, M/I Homes, Coventry Homes. If your builder isn't listed, contact us - we work with virtually every builder in Texas. View all builders
How do I actually receive my rebate?
Your rebate appears as a credit on your closing disclosure. On a $400,000 new construction home, that's $10,000 applied directly at the closing table. You can use it toward closing costs, or receive the difference as a check. The title company handles the math.
What Houston neighborhoods have the highest rebate potential?
Areas with higher median home prices naturally produce larger rebates. The Woodlands ($380K-$900K) and Katy ($320K-$700K) typically produce the largest new construction rebates in the Houston metro. Cypress and Sugar Land are also strong, with average new construction rebates above $9,000. Even in more affordable areas like Pearland and Spring, buyers regularly receive $7,000-$9,000 back at closing.
Can I stack my rebate with Houston builder incentives?
Yes. Builder incentives (closing cost credits, rate buy-downs, design center upgrades, appliance packages) and your Commission Cash Back rebate are completely separate. You can receive both. Many Houston buyers stack $5,000-$10,000 in builder incentives on top of their commission rebate for total savings exceeding $15,000 at closing. Builders like D.R. Horton, Perry Homes, and Meritage Homes frequently offer incentives that combine with your rebate.
How does the Houston market compare for commission rebates?
Houston is one of the best markets in Texas for commission rebates. It leads the state in new construction permits (11,000+ annually), has a balanced 4.5-month inventory level, and features dozens of active master-planned communities with major builder presence. This combination means more new construction opportunities, more builder-paid commissions, and larger potential rebates compared to tighter markets like Austin. Houston's median home price of $335,000 produces an average new construction rebate of around $10,000.

The average Texas buyer leaves $10,000 on the table.

Don't be that buyer.

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