Building New in El Dorado Hills?
Know Whose Side You're On.
Tiegen Boberg, Broker Associate at Nick Sadek Sotheby's International Realty, represents buyers and sellers across new construction, custom home lots, and builder communities in El Dorado Hills, Serrano, and greater Sacramento, California — including exclusive co-listed opportunities at Serrano and Sierra View Estates.
The builder's agent represents the builder. Who represents you?
Tiegen Boberg is a Broker Associate with Nick Sadek Sotheby's International Realty who represents buyers and sellers in new construction, custom-built homes, and builder communities across El Dorado Hills, Serrano, and greater Sacramento, California. Whether purchasing a production home from a national builder, a custom lot inside Serrano's guard gates, or a five-acre homesite at Sierra View Estates, Tiegen provides independent representation — protecting your interests in negotiations, upgrades, and contract terms the builder's on-site agent won't.
The real risks of walking into a model home without your own agent.
The Builder's Agent Isn't Yours
The friendly agent in the model home works for the builder — their job is to protect the builder's bottom line, not yours.
Contract Fine Print
Builder contracts favor the builder by default — deadlines, upgrade pricing, and warranty terms are rarely negotiated unless someone asks.
No Guidance on Lots or Custom Plans
Custom lot buyers need someone who understands site costs, HOA architectural review, and builder reputations — not just floor plans.
Missing Negotiation Leverage
Builders negotiate on upgrades, incentives, and closing costs more than most buyers realize — but rarely volunteer it.
Timeline & Financing Confusion
Construction timelines shift, and builder-preferred lenders aren't always the best rate available to you.
Completed custom homes inside Serrano.
TailorMade Homes has completed more homes inside Serrano's guard gates than any other builder — with Tiegen and Lisa involved throughout.
From first tour
to final walkthrough.
Free Consultation
Discuss your vision — a custom lot, a builder community, or acreage — with no pressure or obligation.
Tour Opportunities
Walk Serrano, Sierra View Estates, or any builder community together, in person.
Independent Representation
Tiegen reviews contracts, negotiates upgrades and incentives, and protects your interests — typically at no cost to you.
Move In
From groundbreaking to final walkthrough, Tiegen guides you through every milestone.
New Construction, Answered
Do I need my own agent when buying new construction in El Dorado Hills?
Yes. The agent stationed in a builder's model home represents the builder, not the buyer. Tiegen Boberg provides independent buyer representation for new construction purchases in El Dorado Hills, Serrano, and greater Sacramento, California, typically at no added cost to the buyer.
Can I negotiate with a new home builder?
Often, yes. Upgrades, closing cost credits, and incentives are frequently negotiable, especially with independent representation advocating on the buyer's behalf rather than the builder's.
What custom home lots are available in Serrano right now?
Tiegen Boberg and Lisa Paragary are co-listing three exclusive custom home lots inside Serrano's guard gates, offered with shovel-ready estate plans by TailorMade Homes starting at $2,999,999.
What is Sierra View Estates?
Sierra View Estates is a gated subdivision of six five-acre homesites in Shingle Springs, California, co-listed by Lisa Paragary and Tiegen Boberg, offering Sierra Nevada views and true equestrian, multi-generational, or custom-build potential starting at $675,000.
Does it cost more to use a buyer's agent for new construction?
Typically no. Builder-paid commission structures generally cover the buyer's agent, meaning working with Tiegen Boberg for independent representation usually comes at no additional cost to the buyer.
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Tiegen Boberg
Broker Associate · Nick Sadek Sotheby's International RealtyWith 12+ years of experience and over $800M in career sales, Tiegen represents buyers and sellers across new construction, custom lots, and builder communities in El Dorado Hills, Serrano, and greater Sacramento — including exclusive access to Serrano and Sierra View Estates.