Buying with DDG
The buyer journey, from land to home.
No mystery, no pressure. Here is exactly how a piece of raw ground becomes your homesite — and what happens at every step.
The land stages
What happens to the land before you ever see a lot line.
Raw land
Every DDG community begins as ground. We walk it, test the soils, study the water, grade and access before a single lot is drawn. If the land cannot carry the vision, we do not buy it.
Entitlement & approvals
Concept plans, platting, wetlands, utilities and city approvals. This is the quiet, unglamorous work that protects your investment — DDG carries it so buyers never have to.
Homesites released
Once the plat is approved, homesites are released by collection — like Vierling Shores' Lakeshore, Bluff & Walkout and Village collections. Early buyers choose first and lock current pricing.
Build & move in
With your homesite secured, construction begins on your schedule with the builder of record. DDG stays involved through delivery — the community is our name on the sign, too.
Financing
Four honest ways to pay for a homesite.
We are not a lender and we do not sell financing. We will simply tell you what each path really means before you commit to one.
Construction-to-permanent loan
The most common path for custom homesites: one loan that funds the build and converts to a standard mortgage at completion. One closing, one set of fees.
Lot loan first
Secure the homesite now with a lot loan, then refinance or roll it into construction financing when you are ready to build. Useful when timing between purchase and build is longer.
Cash purchase
Buy the homesite outright and arrange construction financing separately — or not at all. The simplest closing, and often the strongest negotiating position.
Talk to us first
Every situation is different. Before you talk to a lender, talk to DDG — we will walk you through what each path means for your timeline and total cost, with no obligation.
A realistic timeline
From first call to move-in, in plain terms.
Week 1
First conversation
A call or visit with Jason. You tell us what you are looking for; we tell you honestly what the land can and cannot do.
Weeks 2–4
Choose your homesite
Walk the community, compare collections and views, and reserve the homesite that fits. Reservation terms are simple and in writing.
Weeks 4–8
Purchase agreement & financing
Sign the purchase agreement, apply for financing if needed, and complete due diligence. DDG's team coordinates directly with your lender and title company.
Weeks 8–12
Close on the land
Closing typically happens within 60–90 days of reservation, depending on financing. The homesite is yours.
Months 3–18
Design & build
Work with the builder of record on plans, permits and construction. A custom home typically takes 12–18 months from closing to move-in.
Ready to start the conversation?
One call with Jason is the whole first step. No forms, no obligation.