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$917K Base vs. $1.6M Model: What Toll Brothers Upgrades REALLY Cost | Stelvio Chateau Sienna
Looking inside the Toll Brothers Stelvio Chateau model in Sienna to reveal what Toll Brothers upgrades REALLY cost! This plan starts at $916,995 base, but as shown, it costs $1.5M to $1.6M to build before the pool. š”šø
In this full tour, I walk you through the Estate Collection in Sienna (Missouri City, TX) and break down whatās standard, whatās an upgrade, and whatās actually worth putting into your builder contract.
š FREE DOWNLOADS & RESOURCES FOR HOMEBUYERS:
⨠The Design Center Playbook
Learn what upgrades to buy from the builder vs. what to complete after closing, plus get my exact design center scorecard:
š [INSERT LINK TO DESIGN CENTER PLAYBOOK HERE]
šļø The New Construction Buyer's Guide
Everything you need to know before stepping foot into a builder's sales office (including how to protect your earnest money):
š [INSERT LINK TO NEW CONSTRUCTION GUIDE HERE]
š Toll Brothers at Sienna Price Lists & Floor Plans
Get the complete pricing sheet for the 80-ft Estate Collection & 90-ft Signature Collection:
š [INSERT LINK TO TOLL BROTHERS PRICING PDF HERE]
š± THINKING ABOUT BUILDING OR BUYING IN GREATER HOUSTON?
Whether you're looking in Sienna, Fort Bend County, or Brazoria County, having independent representation when building new construction costs you $0 extraābut you MUST bring your agent on your very first visit!
Let's discuss your custom build or relocation goals:
š Call/Text: 281-808-0471
š§ Email: daphne@beyondthehomerealty.com
š Website: BeyondTheRealty.com
š¤ Daphne Brown, Broker-Owner | Beyond The Home Realty | Rosharon, TX
ā±ļø CHAPTERS:
0:00 - What This Model REALLY Costs ($917K vs $1.6M)
0:45 - Stelvio Chateau Exterior & Elevation Options
1:30 - Double Staircase Foyer & Base Spec Secrets
2:30 - Home Office & Formal Dining Layout
3:30 - Gourmet Kitchen & Price Per Sq. Ft. Breakdown
5:00 - Two-Story Great Room & Covered Patio
6:00 - First-Floor Primary Suite & Drying Area Feature
7:30 - Downstairs Multi-Gen Guest Suite
8:15 - Upstairs Wing: Loft, Media Room & Secondary Beds
9:30 - Base vs. Model Upgrade Math ($600K Breakdown)
11:00 - Sienna Community Taxes, MUDs, & Levee District Truths
12:30 - What's Coming Next on the Channel
š DISCLAIMER:
Pricing, options, and availability estimates were provided by the Toll Brothers sales team and are subject to change without notice. Model homes feature optional custom upgrades, professional landscaping, and designer decoration not included in the base price. Always verify property tax rates, MUD/LID fees, and Fort Bend ISD school zoning independently.
#TollBrothers #SiennaTX #MissouriCityTX #NewConstruction #HoustonRealEstate #LuxuryHomeTour #ModelHomeTour #BuildAHome #DesignCenterUpgrades
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VA Loan PCS Guide: Buy & Sell a Home in Texas (Texas Vet Loan & Assumptions)
Got PCS orders? Use this VA Loan PCS Guide to buy and sell a home in Texas. Learn how to navigate military relocation, VA appraisals, assumable loans, and Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB) options.
In Episode 4 of our VA Loans Series, Texas Real Estate Broker Daphne Brown (Beyond The Home Realty) breaks down how military families and veterans can navigate a PCS move, sell to VA buyers, and maximize earned benefits.
š DOWNLOAD FREE CHECKLIST:
Get your free Buying & Selling Checklist for Military Families: [Insert Link]
š TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS:
0:00 - How to Handle a PCS Move & Real Estate
0:30 - VA Loans Series Ep 4 Overview
1:00 - Key VA Loan Takeaways You Missed
1:45 - What to Do When PCS Orders Arrive
3:15 - Selling a Home to a VA Buyer & Escape Clause
5:00 - How to Buy Using Your VA Loan Benefit & COE
6:45 - Why Texas Military Families Have an Advantage
7:45 - 3 Critical Questions Before You PCS
9:15 - Prepping Your Texas Home for a VA Appraisal
10:45 - Summary: VA Loans & Texas Vet Board
11:30 - How to Get Pre-Qualified & Next Steps
12:15 - Free PCS Checklist for Veterans
12:45 - Watch Full VA Loan Series (Ep 1-4)
13:30 - Working with Beyond The Home Realty
š RESOURCES & LINKS:
⢠Watch the full VA Loan Series Playlist: [Insert Playlist Link]
⢠Visit Beyond The Home Realty: [Insert Website Link]
⢠Schedule a Consultation: [Insert Calendar/Contact Link]
š SERVING GREATER HOUSTON & BRAZORIA COUNTY:
Rosharon | Pearland | Angleton | Manvel | Sealy | Houston
š CONNECT WITH DAPHNE BROWN:
Daphne Brown, Broker-Owner | Beyond The Home Realty
Call/Text: 281-808-0471
Email: daphne@beyondthehomerealty.com
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DISCLAIMER: I am a licensed real estate broker in Texas, not a mortgage lender. Loan terms, interest rates, and eligibility requirements vary by lender and individual qualification. Always confirm loan details and eligibility with a VA-approved lender and the Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB).
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J. Patrick Homes Sweetwater Model Tour | The George in Richmond Texas
Step inside The George master-planned community in Richmond, Texas! For this episode of Model Home Mondays, we are touring the gorgeous Sweetwater model plan by J. Patrick Homes on their 60-foot homesites. Coming in at around 3,968 to 4,268 square feet, this luxury two-story home features 5 bedrooms, 4.5 to 5.5 baths, a private home office, an open-concept main living space, a luxury primary suite, an upstairs game room, and an incredible hidden scullery (prep kitchen) that you have to see to believe. Weāll also break down the crucial community details you need to know before buyingāincluding pricing from the upper $590Ks to $740Ks, Lamar CISD school zoning, HOA dues ($1,300/yr), and the total 3.1689% property tax rate.
š Get Your Free New Construction Companion Guide
Want the exact worksheets, tax breakdowns, and builder questions we use? Download the J. Patrick Homes at The George Buyer's Companion here:š https://daphnebrown.myflodesk.com/nj3w0j4kgk
š Plan Your Move with Confidence
Thinking about building or buying new construction in Richmond or Fort Bend County? Give me a quick call before you visit the model home park so I can step in and represent you from day oneāat zero cost to you! Having an experienced broker on your side makes all the difference.
Daphne Brown | Broker-Owner, Beyond The Home Realty
Phone / Text: 281-808-0471
Email: daphne@beyondthehomerealty.com Website: https://beyondthehomerealty.com
š GET YOUR FREE NEW CONSTRUCTION COMPANION GUIDE
Want the exact worksheets, tax rate breakdowns, and builder questions for The George? Sign up here to receive your free J. Patrick Homes Buyer's Companion:
š https://daphnebrown.myflodesk.com/nj3w0j4kgk
š COMMUNITY DETAILS:
* Community: The George (Richmond, TX)
* Builder: J. Patrick Homes
* Plan: Sweetwater (~3,980 - 4,268+ Sq. Ft.)
* Specs: 5 Bedrooms | 4.5 - 5.5 Baths | 3-Car Garage
* Price Range: ~$590K - $740K+
* Tax Rate: 3.1689% | HOA: ~$1,300/yr
* School District: Lamar CISD
ā±ļø CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction & The George Overview
1:15 - Exterior Architecture & Curb Appeal
2:30 - Foyer, Home Office & Guest Suite
4:15 - Open-Concept Living Room & Chefās Kitchen
6:00 - Hidden Scullery / Prep Kitchen Tour
7:30 - Primary Suite & Luxury Bath
9:00 - Game Room & Upstairs Bedrooms
10:45 - Taxes, Schools & Community Layout
11:30 - How to Schedule a Private Tour
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CONNECT WITH DAPHNE BROWN:
Broker-Owner | Beyond The Home Realty
š± Call/Text: 281-808-0471
š Website: beyondthehomerealty.com
šļø Schedule a Call: https://calendly.com/daphnebrown
Disclaimer: Pricing, incentives, and builder availability are subject to change. As an independent licensed Texas Real Estate Broker, I represent YOU as the buyerāat no extra cost to you. Always have independent buyer representation before visiting model homes or signing builder contracts!
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11 VA Home Loan Benefits Every Veteran Needs to Know
Did you know your VA loan benefit can save you tens of thousands of dollarsāor even be used on MORE than one property at the same time? Whether you are buying your first home, re-using your benefit, or evaluating an offer as a seller, understanding these 11 VA home loan benefits gives you a huge leverage in todayās real estate market. In Episode 2 of our VA Loan Series, Broker-Owner Daphne Brown breaks down the top 11 advantages of VA financing, including zero-down-payment options, avoiding mortgage insurance (PMI), flexible credit guidelines, and built-in protections for both buyers and sellers.
š WHAT YOUāLL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:
00:00 - Introduction: The Power of Your VA Loan Benefit
01:15 - Benefit #1: Lifetime Benefit (No Expiration)
02:30 - BONUS: How to Hold Two VA Loans at Once
04:05 - Benefit #2 & #3: $0 Down Payment & Competitive Interest Rates
05:45 - Benefit #4: Skipping PMI & MIP (Save Monthly Money)
07:10 - Benefit #5 & #6: Flexible Credit Scores & No Borrowing Caps
08:50 - Benefit #7 & #8: Closing Cost Flexibility & Appraisal Protection for Sellers
10:30 - Benefit #9 & #10: Assumable VA Loans & No Early Payoff Penalties
12:15 - Benefit #11: Financial Hardship Support & Summary
š GET YOUR FREE GUIDE:
Want the quick-reference cheat sheet for these 11 benefits? Grab your copy here: [Insert Link to Guide / Landing Page]
š CONNECT WITH BEYOND THE HOME REALTY:
⢠Broker: Daphne Brown, Broker-Owner
⢠Website: [Insert Website Link]
⢠Phone: [Insert Phone Number]
⢠Email: [Insert Email Address]
š SUBSCRIBE FOR WEEKLY REAL ESTATE EDUCATION:
This video is part of our 52-week homeownership education series! Make sure to hit the Subscribe button and ring the notification bell so you don't miss Episode 3: The Hidden Texas VA Loan Program Most People Don't Know Exists! #VALoanBenefits #VAHomeLoan #MilitaryHousing #VeteransHomeLoans #BeyondTheHomeRealty #DaphneBrown #TexasRealEstate
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New Construction Guide
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