Richmond American Homes: Who They Are in Arizona
Richmond American Homes is one of the most recognizable names in Arizona new construction — and one of the more frequently misunderstood by buyers. They occupy a specific lane in the Phoenix metro builder market: above the entry-level DR Horton Express product, but below the finish quality of Meritage, Taylor Morrison, or Shea Homes. Understanding exactly where they fit — and whether they're the right choice for your situation — requires knowing their product, their process, and how the 2024 Sekisui House acquisition changes the picture going forward.
In Arizona, Richmond American has been active since the 1990s, primarily serving the growth corridor cities where land is available for master-planned communities: Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Maricopa, Buckeye, Surprise, Peoria, and select East Valley locations. Their sweet spot is the $380,000 to $620,000 price range, making them accessible to first-time buyers, move-up buyers, and investors who want a new build without the luxury price tag.
Parent Company
M.D.C. Holdings (now a Sekisui House subsidiary since 2024 acquisition)
Founded
1977 in Denver, Colorado. Arizona presence since early 1990s.
AZ Annual Closings
Approximately 400–700 homes per year across the Phoenix metro
Price Range
$380K–$620K in most Arizona communities; luxury communities can exceed $700K
Market Position
Mid-tier. Above DR Horton Express; below Taylor Morrison/Shea in finish level
Differentiator
Extensive Homebuyer Center process with large floor plan library and structural customization
The Sekisui House Acquisition: What Arizona Buyers Need to Know
The single most significant corporate development in Richmond American's recent history is the 2024 acquisition of its parent company, M.D.C. Holdings, by Sekisui House — Japan's largest homebuilder and one of the most respected construction companies in the world. This acquisition closed in early 2024, making Richmond American a subsidiary of a Japanese firm with decades-long expertise in quality construction, energy efficiency, and long-term market commitment.
What Changed Immediately
For Arizona buyers closing on a home in 2026, the immediate visible changes are minimal. The brand name remains Richmond American. Existing community contracts, warranty terms, and the Homebuyer Center process are unchanged. Sales teams, construction managers, and customer care representatives are largely the same people. If you walk into a Richmond American sales office today versus two years ago, you'll notice very little difference.
What Will Change Over Time
Sekisui House brings a specific corporate philosophy to homebuilding that differs meaningfully from the US publicly-traded model. In Japan, Sekisui House is renowned for:
- Long-term build quality standards: Japanese homebuilding emphasizes durability and quality that must perform for 50–100 years, not the 10–15 year resale cycle typical of US spec construction.
- Energy efficiency leadership: Sekisui House has committed to net-zero energy homes across its operations. They've already introduced ZEH (Zero Energy Home) standards in Japan. Expect this philosophy to migrate to Arizona communities over the next 3–5 years.
- Quality management processes: Sekisui's quality control processes are rooted in Japanese manufacturing philosophy — tighter tolerances, more rigorous subcontractor oversight, systematic defect tracking. As these processes integrate into Richmond American's operations, build quality should improve.
- Long-term US market commitment: Unlike some international acquisitions that ultimately result in exits, Sekisui House has explicitly stated its intention to be a long-term player in the US housing market. This benefits buyers: Richmond American isn't going anywhere.
Buyer Takeaway on Sekisui House
For a buyer closing in 2026: the Sekisui acquisition is neutral-to-positive. You get the same Richmond American product you'd have gotten before, with the added confidence of a deep-pocketed, quality-focused parent company that's committed to the US market long-term. Buyers in communities planned or built under Sekisui's quality management integration (2025–2027 and beyond) may see measurable improvements in construction quality.
Sekisui House: Global Context
| Metric | Sekisui House (Japan) | Richmond American (Pre-Acquisition US) | Combined Impact for AZ Buyers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual homes built | ~45,000 in Japan | ~8,000 in US | Scale brings supply chain strength |
| Average home lifespan target | 60–100 years | 30–40 years | Better long-term quality focus expected |
| Net-zero energy policy | Active since 2013 ZEH standard | Limited; code-minimum focus | Energy efficiency improvements likely |
| Quality management | ISO 9001, proprietary QC | Internal QC, NHQA | Tighter tolerances expected to migrate |
| Market commitment | Long-term (100-year company vision) | Quarterly earnings focus | Less pressure to sacrifice quality for speed |
| Capital strength | $20B+ annual revenue globally | ~$4B annual revenue | Financial stability; less risk of distress |
| Sustainability focus | Industry-leading globally | Standard code compliance | Solar, insulation, HVAC improvements likely |
Source: Sekisui House corporate reports, M.D.C. Holdings annual filings. AZ buyer impact represents analyst projections based on Sekisui's stated US strategy.
The Richmond American Homebuyer Center Process
One of Richmond American's most significant differentiators from other builders in their price tier is the Homebuyer Center model. Rather than the typical "here's the spec home with a few options" approach of entry builders, Richmond American operates physical Homebuyer Centers (typically one in the Scottsdale/Phoenix area) where buyers go through a structured selection process for their new home.
How the Homebuyer Center Works
The process is more builder-template-selection than true semi-custom, but it offers meaningfully more decision points than DR Horton or most Lennar communities at a comparable price. Here's the typical flow:
- Floor Plan Selection: Richmond American maintains an extensive floor plan library — significantly more options than most builders. Plans range from approximately 1,400 to 4,200 square feet, with multiple bedroom configurations, great room vs. formal living room options, and den/flex space variations.
- Structural Options: Before construction begins, you select structural upgrades: extended garage (2-car to 3-car conversion), additional bedrooms from flex space, extended covered patio, bonus room additions, and bedroom-to-bath conversions. These are construction-phase-only decisions — you cannot add them after framing.
- Interior Design Selections: At the Homebuyer Center, you choose flooring, cabinetry style and color, countertop material and color, backsplash, fixtures, and finish hardware. Richmond American's selection library is broader than DR Horton but narrower than a true design center like Taylor Morrison or Toll Brothers.
What's Included Standard in 2026
| Feature | Richmond American Standard | DR Horton Express | Lennar (Base) | Meritage (Base) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Countertops | Granite or quartz (varies by community) | Laminate to entry granite | Quartz standard | Quartz standard |
| Flooring (main) | LVP or tile | Vinyl plank basic | Tile standard | LVP standard |
| Appliances | SS: range, DW, microwave (no fridge) | SS: range, DW, microwave | SS package included | SS with fridge in some plans |
| Cabinetry | Standard (overlay upgrade available) | Entry-level; limited finishes | Standard; more color options | Full-overlay soft-close |
| Smart home | Basic smart home package | Limited | WiFi certified; Alexa built-in | M.Connected™ Home package |
| Backsplash | Standard tile | Limited | Standard | Tile included |
| Floor plan options | Extensive library | Limited | Multiple plans | Multiple plans |
| Structural customization | High — Homebuyer Center process | Low | Medium (Flex room options) | Medium |
| Design selection experience | Homebuyer Center — broad selection | Limited showroom | Design Studio — good | Design Studio — very good |
| Energy efficiency standard | Code-minimum (improving post-Sekisui) | Code-minimum | EPA Energy Star certified | Industry-leading (spray foam std) |
Builder standard inclusions vary by community, plan, and price tier. Verify specifics with builder sales representative. Data reflects 2026 Arizona market standard packages.
Richmond American Active Communities in Arizona (2026)
Richmond American's Arizona footprint in 2026 concentrates in the growth corridor cities where new land is available and buyer demand is strongest. Their typical community profile: entry-to-mid price range homes on smaller lots within master-planned communities, with HOA amenities and CFD (Community Facilities District) tax assessments that fund roads, parks, and community infrastructure.
CFD Note for Richmond American Buyers
Most Richmond American communities in growth corridors (Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Buckeye, Maricopa) carry CFD (Community Facilities District) assessments under ARS Title 48 — an additional $500–$3,000+ per year on your property tax bill. These fund infrastructure and expire over 15–30 years. Always ask the sales rep for the exact CFD assessment on any community you're considering — it can materially affect your monthly payment.
| Community / Area | City | Price Range | Approx. Sq Ft | School District | HOA/Mo | CFD | TSMC Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Creek communities | Queen Creek | $420K–$620K | 1,800–3,400 sf | Queen Creek USD | $90–$160 | Yes | 60–80 min |
| San Tan Valley communities | San Tan Valley | $380K–$550K | 1,600–3,200 sf | J.O. Combs USD | $70–$130 | Yes | 70–90 min |
| Maricopa communities | Maricopa | $320K–$480K | 1,400–2,800 sf | Maricopa USD | $60–$110 | Yes | 90–110 min |
| Buckeye communities | Buckeye | $340K–$530K | 1,500–3,000 sf | Buckeye ESD / Agua Fria | $70–$140 | Yes | 75–95 min |
| Surprise communities | Surprise | $360K–$540K | 1,600–3,100 sf | Dysart USD / WMUSD | $80–$150 | Yes | 65–85 min |
| Peoria communities | Peoria | $400K–$600K | 1,700–3,200 sf | Peoria USD | $90–$160 | Varies | 55–70 min |
| Gilbert/Chandler select | Gilbert/Chandler | $460K–$680K | 2,000–3,600 sf | Higley USD / Chandler USD | $100–$180 | Varies | 50–70 min |
Community names and availability change frequently. Verify current active communities and pricing at richmondamerican.com or call Ryan Moxley at (480) 227-9143 for current inventory. TSMC commute from Deer Valley Rd/Loop 303 area.
Richmond American Home Mortgage: What You Need to Know
Like most production builders, Richmond American has an affiliated in-house lender: Richmond American Home Mortgage. Buyers are encouraged — sometimes quite aggressively — to use this lender. The reason is simple: the builder captures additional revenue through the mortgage origination, and they can offer incentives tied specifically to using their lender.
The Incentive Trap: How It Actually Works
Richmond American (and most production builders) will typically offer something like: "Use our lender and receive $10,000 in design center credits or closing cost assistance." This sounds compelling. But the numbers don't always pencil out the way they appear:
- Builder-affiliated lenders typically charge 0.25–0.50% higher interest rates than competitive market rates — on a $500,000 30-year loan, that's $80–$160/month or $29,000–$57,000 over the loan life.
- Origination fees and points may be higher than competitive lenders.
- The "design center credit" is only useful if you actually want those upgrades — and many of those upgrades are cheaper to do aftermarket anyway.
The Right Strategy: Dual Pre-Approval
Always get pre-approved with an independent mortgage lender (your own bank, credit union, or mortgage broker) BEFORE sitting down with the builder's lender. Compare:
- Interest rate (all-in APR, not just teaser rate)
- Total origination costs (points, fees, lender charges)
- Closing cost assistance offered
- Value of design center credits (what upgrades do you actually want?)
Do the full math: take the builder's incentive package, subtract the higher rate cost over 5–7 years (the typical hold period for this price range), and see if the builder lender actually saves money. Sometimes it does. Often it doesn't. Having your own pre-approval gives you negotiating leverage and protects you from making a $30,000+ long-term mistake for a $10,000 short-term "deal."
The 2026 Conforming Loan Limit in Arizona
In Maricopa and Pinal counties, the 2026 conforming loan limit is $806,500. Richmond American communities priced below this threshold qualify for standard conventional and FHA financing. For loans above this limit (jumbo), expect slightly higher rates (0.25–0.50% above conforming) and higher down payment requirements (typically 10–20%). Most Richmond American Arizona communities fall comfortably below the conforming limit.
Warranty: What You're Actually Covered For
Richmond American provides warranty coverage that includes both state-required minimums under ARS §12-1361 and their own extended warranty program. Understanding both layers is critical — particularly because disputes about warranty coverage are one of the most common issues buyers face 1–5 years after closing.
ARS §12-1361 — Arizona's Statutory Warranty
Arizona law requires all new home builders to warrant:
- 10 years: Structural defects (foundation, load-bearing walls, roof system structure)
- 8 years: Major mechanical and plumbing systems
- 1 year: Workmanship and materials
Richmond American's Extended Warranty
Richmond American provides a limited home warranty through a third-party warranty administrator (2-10 Home Buyers Warranty or similar program). This extends coverage beyond the statutory minimums in specific categories and provides a defined claims process. Key points:
- The 10-year structural warranty is backed by the third-party administrator, providing financial security even if the builder faces financial difficulties.
- The 1-year workmanship warranty period requires buyers to be diligent: submit warranty requests before the 12-month mark. Builders sometimes argue that issues noted after 12 months are buyer-caused.
- Request the actual warranty document before closing — do not rely on sales rep summaries. Have Ryan review it with you.
Pre-Closing Walk-Through: Your Most Important Warranty Moment
The builder walk-through (typically 1–2 weeks before closing) is your opportunity to document every imperfection: scratches, paint misses, caulking gaps, tile chips, door misalignments. Create a detailed punch list. Photograph everything. Do not close until you have written acknowledgment that every punch list item will be resolved (or accept in writing an agreed timeline for resolution).
12 Richmond American Buyer Tips for Arizona 2026
1. Bring Your Own Agent
Having Ryan represent you costs you nothing — the builder pays the commission. But you gain market expertise, negotiating backup, and contract protection.
2. Register Your Agent at the First Visit
Builder policies typically require your agent to be present or registered at your FIRST visit to receive commission. If you visit without your agent, they may be excluded. Call Ryan first.
3. Dual Pre-Approval Always
Get independently pre-approved before talking to Richmond American Mortgage. Compare all-in costs, not just the teaser incentive number.
4. Understand What "Base Price" Means
The listed base price is before lot premium, structural options, design center selections, and incentive credits. Your actual closing price is typically 15–25% above base for buyers who do moderate upgrades.
5. Set Your Homebuyer Center Budget Before You Go
The Homebuyer Center is professionally designed to sell upgrades. Decide your upgrade ceiling BEFORE you go and commit to it in writing (your own notes). Structural options first; aftermarket for everything else.
6. Structural Options Are Your Priority
Anything you can only do through the builder (3-car garage, extended patio, additional bedroom) should be your first consideration. You literally cannot add these after framing.
7. Get the CFD Amount in Writing
CFD assessments (ARS Title 48) can be $500–$3,000+ per year on top of your HOA and base property tax. Ask the sales rep for the exact CFD assessment and get it in writing.
8. Negotiate Design Center Credits, Not Base Price
Richmond American is more flexible on design center credits and closing cost assistance than on base price reductions. In slow communities, $15K–$30K in credits is achievable.
9. Time Your Purchase for Q4
Publicly traded builders (MDC/Richmond) have Q4 pressure to close homes before December 31 for earnings. October–November is typically the best time to negotiate.
10. Order a New Construction Inspection
Get a licensed home inspector (ASHI/InterNACHI) to do a pre-drywall inspection and a final inspection. Builder reps will tell you it's not necessary. It is necessary. Budget $700–$1,200.
11. Check for Post-Tension Slab
Most Richmond American Arizona homes use post-tension concrete slabs. NEVER allow any contractor to cut or drill into this slab without engineering approval — this is a critical disclosure.
12. Pool Pre-Plumbing Is Worth It
If there's any chance you'll add a pool in 5 years, pay $500–$1,500 during construction for the conduit run and panel capacity. Pool companies charge $3,000–$6,000 to retrofit this later.
Richmond American vs. Competing Arizona Builders
How does Richmond American stack up against the other major builders active in the same price range in Phoenix metro? Here's a detailed 10-attribute comparison:
| Attribute | Richmond American | DR Horton | Lennar | Meritage | Taylor Morrison |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price range (AZ 2026) | $380K–$620K | $300K–$550K | $360K–$650K | $420K–$720K | $450K–$850K |
| Build quality | Solid Mid-Tier | Entry Level | Solid Mid-Tier | Upper Mid-Tier | Upper Mid-Tier |
| Standard inclusions | Good | Basic | Good (Everything's Included®) | Excellent (spray foam) | Very Good |
| Design customization | High (Homebuyer Center) | Low | Medium (Design Studio) | Medium (Design Studio) | High (Design Studio) |
| Floor plan variety | Very High | Medium | Medium–High | Medium | High |
| Energy efficiency | Code minimum (improving) | Code minimum | Good (Energy Star) | Industry-leading | Good |
| Warranty strength | Good (3rd-party backed) | Standard | Standard | Good | Good |
| Negotiating flexibility | Medium | Low–Medium | Medium | Low–Medium | Low |
| In-house lender pressure | Moderate | High (DHI Mortgage) | High | Moderate | Moderate |
| Corporate stability | High (Sekisui parent) | Very High (largest US builder) | Very High | High | High |
Ratings are generalizations across the Arizona market. Individual communities and plan tiers vary significantly. Always evaluate a specific community and plan against comparable alternatives.
Pros & Cons: Is Richmond American Right for You?
✓ Richmond American Strengths
- Extensive floor plan library — more design choices than most builders in the price range
- Homebuyer Center structural customization before build
- Broad Arizona footprint in growth corridor cities
- Sekisui House parent brings financial stability and quality improvement direction
- Third-party backed 10-year structural warranty
- More included at base than DR Horton; competitive with Lennar at comparable price
- Active in multiple Arizona cities — community choices in most major growth areas
⚠ Richmond American Limitations
- Energy efficiency at code minimum — not comparable to Meritage's spray foam standard
- In-house lender incentives can obscure true cost comparisons
- Design selections bounded by builder's selection library — not true custom
- Most communities in far-suburb locations (long commutes for central Phoenix/Scottsdale employment)
- CFD assessments add $500–$3,000+/year to carrying costs in growth corridor communities
- Build quality variability depending on specific construction superintendent and subcontractors
- Less brand recognition with luxury buyers — harder to resell to move-up buyers than Taylor Morrison
Richmond American as an Investment: Arizona Rental Analysis
For investors considering a Richmond American home as a rental or DSCR loan vehicle, the growth corridor communities present specific trade-offs compared to infill or established-suburb construction.
Rental Market Dynamics in Richmond American Communities
Because Richmond American concentrates in master-planned communities in growth corridor cities, their homes sit in neighborhoods with significant new supply. This has important rental implications:
- Positive: High demand from families relocating to Arizona (for TSMC, Intel, Amazon, and other employers) who need housing quickly and prefer new construction
- Positive: Strong school district locations (particularly Queen Creek USD, Higley USD) attract stable, long-term tenants
- Negative: Competing with other new construction in the same community — if the community has many investor units, rents are suppressed
- Negative: HOA restrictions in many communities limit short-term rental (check CC&Rs — ARS §9-500.39 gives HOA CC&Rs authority over STRs even though AZ bans STR outright prohibition at the city level)
DSCR Loan Considerations
For investors using DSCR loans (no personal income verification; qualify on rental income; typically 20–25% down), Richmond American communities in Queen Creek, Buckeye, and Surprise at the $380K–$520K range can work if:
- Rent/value ratio is at or above 0.8% (e.g., $400K home renting for $3,200+/month)
- HOA and CFD costs are factored into the DSCR calculation
- The community is not already oversaturated with investor rentals
Call Ryan Before Buying Richmond American as an Investment
As a buyer's agent with deep knowledge of the Phoenix metro rental market, Ryan can run a full investment analysis on any Richmond American community — current rents, vacancy rates, HOA rental restrictions, CFD amounts, and DSCR loan pre-qualification referrals. This service costs you nothing. Call (480) 227-9143.
The Buying Process: Step-by-Step for Arizona New Construction
Step 1: Register Your Agent at First Contact
Before visiting any Richmond American sales office or signing any documentation, ensure Ryan Moxley is registered as your buyer's agent. Builder policies typically require agent registration at your very first contact with the sales team. Once you're registered without an agent, or if you visit without registering, you may forfeit the protection of having a buyer's agent — and Richmond American's sales team, while professional, works for Richmond American, not for you.
Step 2: Decide Between Quick Move-In (Spec) vs. Build-to-Order
Richmond American typically offers both options in Arizona communities:
- Quick Move-In (QMI or Spec): A home already under construction or completed. Design selections have been made. Move-in typically 30–90 days. Often negotiable on price because the builder has carrying costs on a completed home. Best for buyers with housing urgency.
- Build-to-Order: You select floor plan, structural options, and design center finishes. Timeline: typically 6–12 months to completion in Arizona depending on construction cycle. Maximum customization; no negotiating leverage on price.
Step 3: Navigate the Homebuyer Center
Budget your Homebuyer Center spend BEFORE you go. Structural options first (as these are your only window to modify the physical structure). Design selections second — and remember, flooring, countertops, light fixtures, and backsplash are all cheaper and better quality aftermarket. Focus builder design spend on things that are impractical or impossible to replace after construction (insulation upgrades, electrical rough-ins, plumbing stubs).
Step 4: Contract Review and Earnest Money
Richmond American contracts are builder-drafted and favor the builder. Key issues to review with Ryan:
- Price escalation clauses (can the builder raise the price due to material costs?)
- Close date flexibility and penalties for delays on both sides
- Earnest money conditions — when can you get it back?
- Lender selection language — are you free to choose your lender?
- Warranty limitations and arbitration clauses
Step 5: Construction Phase Monitoring
In Arizona's heat, construction timelines can slip in summer (June–August). Key monitoring checkpoints: foundation pour, pre-drywall frame inspection (get your inspector in here — this is your best window to verify insulation, rough plumbing, electrical), drywall installation, and final walk-through.
Step 6: Pre-Closing Walk-Through
The punch list walk-through is critical. Take Ryan. Take your inspector. Document everything. Ask for a written remediation timeline for every item. Do not close with unresolved punch list items unless you have written commitment from Richmond American management (not just the sales rep) on resolution timing.
Step 7: Arizona Dry Closing
Arizona is a dry funding state — closing day, recording day, and key delivery day are the same day. Funding, recording, and possession all happen simultaneously. No gap between funding and getting keys. This is different from many other states and is typically a smooth experience with builder purchases.
School Districts Near Richmond American Communities
School district quality is a primary consideration for families choosing a new construction home in growth corridor cities. Richmond American's main Arizona markets sit within several excellent districts:
| School District | Location | GreatSchools Rating | Enrollment Growth | AP/Honors Programs | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Creek USD | Queen Creek | 7–9/10 average | Strong (rapid growth area) | Yes (multiple high schools) | Consistently top-rated East Valley district |
| J.O. Combs USD | San Tan Valley | 6–8/10 average | Strong | Yes (Combs High School) | Newer district, improving rapidly |
| Higley USD | Gilbert/Queen Creek | 8–9/10 average | Strong | Extensive AP/IB programs | Among highest-rated in AZ; premium location |
| Chandler USD | Chandler/Gilbert | 8–9/10 average | Stable | Extensive (6 high schools) | Long track record of academic excellence |
| Peoria USD | Peoria/Surprise | 7–8/10 average | Moderate | Yes (multiple campuses) | Solid district; improving in newer community areas |
| Dysart USD | Surprise/Buckeye | 6–7/10 average | Strong | Growing | Rapid growth area; newer schools receiving investment |
| Maricopa USD | Maricopa | 5–7/10 average | Very Strong | Limited but growing | Smaller city; investing in new school capacity |
GreatSchools ratings are general community ratings. Individual school ratings vary. Verify with Arizona Department of Education's A–F school letter grades for the specific schools serving any home you're considering.
Commute Reality Check for Richmond American Communities
Richmond American's concentration in growth corridor cities means many of their communities are 45–90+ minutes from central Phoenix, Scottsdale, and the TSMC/Intel employment corridors. This is the most common buyer regret we hear: "I loved the house — I didn't realize how long the commute would be."
| Community Area | To Central Phoenix | To North Scottsdale | To TSMC (Deer Valley) | To Intel Chandler | Work-from-Home Suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Creek | 45–60 min | 60–80 min | 70–90 min | 35–50 min | Excellent (fast internet available) |
| San Tan Valley | 50–65 min | 65–85 min | 75–90 min | 40–55 min | Good |
| Maricopa | 45–60 min (Hwy 347) | 75–95 min | 80–100 min | 50–65 min | Good (limited fiber availability) |
| Buckeye | 35–55 min (I-10) | 60–80 min | 70–90 min | 55–75 min | Good (expanding broadband) |
| Surprise | 35–55 min (US-60) | 50–70 min | 60–80 min | 60–80 min | Very Good |
| Peoria (north) | 30–50 min | 45–65 min | 55–70 min | 55–70 min | Very Good |
| Gilbert/Chandler | 25–40 min | 35–55 min | 55–70 min | 15–25 min | Excellent |
Drive times are estimates during normal traffic conditions. Morning rush hour (7–9 AM) and evening rush (4–7 PM) can add 20–50% to these times on Loop 202, I-10, and US-60.
Work With Ryan Moxley: Your New Construction Expert
Most buyers don't realize that having a buyer's agent when purchasing from any production builder — including Richmond American — costs you absolutely nothing. The builder pays the buyer's agent commission regardless of whether you show up with an agent or walk in alone. When you walk in alone, the builder's sales rep represents the builder's interests. When you have Ryan Moxley representing you, you have a licensed REALTOR® working exclusively for your interests.
Ryan has worked with buyers in Richmond American communities across the Phoenix metro. He knows the communities, the floor plans, the typical negotiating leverage available in each area, and the contract clauses that need attention. He also has deep knowledge of the growth corridor cities where Richmond American is most active — Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Buckeye, Surprise — and can give you honest assessments of commute realities, school district performance, resale dynamics, and rental potential.
Register Ryan as Your Agent Before Your First Visit
Call or text Ryan Moxley at (480) 227-9143 or email moxleysellsaz@gmail.com before visiting any Richmond American community. Builder policies require agent registration at your FIRST visit — once you've visited without an agent, it may be too late. This service costs you nothing — Richmond American pays the buyer's agent commission.