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Houston Buyers: Your Builder Pays 3%. We Give You 2.5% Back.

Commission Cash Back gives Houston buyers 2.5% back on new construction and 2% on resale. TREC-licensed brokerage serving Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, and surrounding counties.

$8,750+ Avg. New Build Savings
2.5% New Construction Rebate
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100% Legal in Texas Paid at Closing No Upfront Fees
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Avg. Houston check $8,750+
Example scenario · Bridgeland, TX
$8,750
2.5% rebate on a $350,000 new build in Bridgeland.

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Your Estimated Rebate

$8,750

Paid at closing

2.5% of $350,000

Traditional agent gives you: $0
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Houston's median home price is around $323,000, with new construction averaging about $350,000 across the metro's master-planned growth corridors. A traditional agent keeps the entire commission. Commission Cash Back rebates $8,750 on a $350,000 new build. Houston is one of the largest new construction markets in the country, anchored by energy, the Texas Medical Center, the Port of Houston, and aerospace, and its steady inventory gives buyers real negotiating room across every corridor.

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

$8,750

  • 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 $350,000 new build, that's $8,750 back - paid at the closing table, not weeks later.

New construction example: $350,000 home x 2.5% rebate = $8,750 back at closing.
Resale example: $323,000 home x 2% rebate = $6,460 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 Homes, Taylor Morrison, Highland Homes, Pulte Homes, David Weekley Homes, Ashton Woods, Toll Brothers, M/I Homes, Coventry Homes, and Sitterle 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 more than 10,000 square miles across Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Galveston, and Brazoria counties, with new construction and resale demand running from walkable inside-the-loop neighborhoods to master-planned suburbs along the Grand Parkway. The energy sector, the Texas Medical Center, the Port of Houston, and aerospace anchor one of the most diverse employment bases in the country. Whichever area you choose, a Commission Cash Back rebate of 2.5% on new construction or 2% on resale comes back to you at closing.

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

Bridgeland / Cypress

Bridgeland is one of Houston's largest master-planned communities, an 11,000-acre Howard Hughes development in Cypress along the Grand Parkway in northwest Houston, anchored by Cy-Fair ISD and miles of lakes and trails. Builders like Perry Homes, Highland Homes, David Weekley, and Coventry deliver new homes from the $350Ks past $700K. A 2.5% rebate on a $475K new build returns $11,875 at closing.

Key communities: Bridgeland, Towne Lake, Dunham Pointe, Marvida, Cypress

$350K-$700K $9,500+ avg. rebate
New construction homes near Generation Park northeast Houston Texas where buyers earn commission rebates

Generation Park / Northeast Houston

Generation Park anchors northeast Houston's fast-growing Lake Houston area, a 4,300-acre mixed-use development near Beltway 8 and US-59 in the Humble ISD footprint. The surrounding master-planned communities deliver new homes from the $300Ks to the $500Ks, drawing buyers who want newer construction with quick access to downtown and the airport. A 2.5% rebate on a $400K new build returns $10,000 at closing.

Key communities: Summerwood, Fall Creek, Lakeshore, Balmoral, Woodson's Reserve

$300K-$500K $8,000+ avg. rebate
New construction patio homes and townhomes in Spring Branch Houston Texas eligible for buyer commission cash back

Spring Branch

Spring Branch sits just west of the loop along I-10 in the Spring Branch ISD footprint, one of Houston's most active redevelopment areas where builders replace older ranch homes with new patio homes and townhomes. New construction ranges from the $400Ks past $900K, prized for proximity to the Energy Corridor, Memorial, and downtown. A 2.5% rebate on a $600K new build returns $15,000 at closing.

Key communities: Spring Branch, Spring Shadows, Campbell Place, Hilshire Village, Spring Valley

$400K-$900K $11,000+ avg. rebate
New construction homes in the Clear Lake Bay Area southeast Houston Texas eligible for buyer commission cash back

Clear Lake / Bay Area

Clear Lake and the Bay Area sit southeast of Houston around NASA's Johnson Space Center, spanning Clear Lake City, Webster, League City, and Friendswood, with aerospace and petrochemical jobs driving steady demand. New construction and resale range from the $300Ks to the $550Ks. A 2.5% rebate on a $375K new build returns $9,375 at closing.

Key communities: Clear Lake City, League City, Webster, Friendswood, Mar Bella

$300K-$550K $7,500+ avg. rebate
Historic and new construction homes in the Greater Heights inside-loop Houston Texas eligible for buyer commission cash back

Greater Heights

The Greater Heights is a historic inside-the-loop neighborhood northwest of downtown, defined by restored bungalows alongside contemporary new-construction homes and townhomes on a walkable grid. New builds and renovated historic homes range from the $500Ks past $1M. A 2.5% rebate on a $700K new build returns $17,500 at closing.

Key communities: Houston Heights, Woodland Heights, Norhill, Sunset Heights, Timbergrove

$500K-$1M+ $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

$323,000

Stable year-over-year

Months of Inventory

4.7 mo

Buyer-favorable conditions

Active Listings

28,000+

Houston metro single-family

Avg. Days on Market

56 days

Buyers have leverage

One of the Largest New Construction Markets in the Country

Houston consistently ranks at or near the top of U.S. metros for new home starts, with master-planned communities expanding along the Grand Parkway in every direction. That volume means builders compete hard for buyers, and nearly all of them pay a buyer's agent commission. Commission Cash Back turns that commission into a 2.5% rebate at closing, which on the metro's roughly $350,000 new build average returns $8,750 to the buyer.

Diverse, Resilient Employment Base

Houston's economy spans energy, the Texas Medical Center (the largest medical complex in the world), the Port of Houston, aerospace at the Johnson Space Center, and a growing tech sector. This diversity supports steady relocation and housing demand across every price tier. Buyers moving for medical, energy, or aerospace careers pair that demand with a 2.5% rebate to offset moving costs, rate buydowns, or closing expenses.

Buyer-Favorable Inventory

With inventory holding near five months, Houston buyers have negotiating power and time to choose the right home. New construction buyers especially benefit, because builder sales agents represent the builder, not the buyer. Registering with Commission Cash Back before the first model-home visit secures both independent buyer representation and a 2.5% rebate at closing.

Data source: Houston Association of Realtors (HAR). 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 largest homebuilder with communities throughout the Houston metro

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Perry Homes

Texas-based builder known for quality across Houston's master-planned communities

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KB Home

Personalization-focused builder with energy-efficient designs across Houston

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Meritage Homes

Award-winning energy-efficient homes throughout the Houston metro

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Taylor Morrison

Premium homes in Houston's most desirable master-planned communities

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Highland Homes

Texas builder with innovative floor plans across west and northwest Houston

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Pulte Homes

Life-tested designs in Houston communities from Cypress to the southeast

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David Weekley Homes

Houston-headquartered builder focused on quality craftsmanship

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Ashton Woods

Design-focused builder with modern floor plans across the Houston metro

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Toll Brothers

Luxury homes in Houston's premier master-planned neighborhoods

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M/I Homes

Quality construction with flexible design options across Houston

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Coventry Homes

Texas builder known for personalization in select Houston communities

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Sitterle Homes

Semi-custom garden, patio, and estate homes expanding in the Houston area

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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:

Katy Cypress Sugar Land The Woodlands Spring Pearland Conroe Galveston
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, Sitterle 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.
Do commission rebates work on homes in Houston flood zones?
Yes. Your 2.5% new construction or 2% resale rebate is not affected by a property's flood zone status. If you buy in a FEMA-designated flood zone, you'll likely need flood insurance, which adds to your monthly costs, and a rebate can help offset that added expense. On a $400,000 home, your new construction rebate of $10,000 goes a long way toward the first years of flood premiums. Always review the FEMA flood maps and the seller's disclosure before purchasing.
Which Houston corridors produce the largest rebates?
The Woodlands and Montgomery County corridor and the upper end of west Houston (Katy and Fulshear) produce the largest rebates, with new homes from $450K to $900K generating rebates of $11,250 to $22,500. Cypress, Sugar Land, and Fort Bend communities typically land in the $9,000 to $15,000 range. Even the more affordable southeast Houston communities near Pearland and Clear Lake produce rebates of $7,000 to $9,500 on new construction.
Can I combine a commission rebate with builder incentives in Houston?
Yes. Builder incentives like rate buydowns, upgrade packages, and closing-cost assistance are separate from the buyer's agent commission. You can receive the builder's incentives and your 2.5% Commission Cash Back rebate on the same purchase. They stack. The only requirement is that Commission Cash Back is registered as your buyer's agent before your first visit to the builder's sales office.

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