Definitely talk to a few and get competing quotes, ask about the size of their crew, figure out how often you'll pay them.

You may be in a great situation in that you aren't competing with other buyers if you're able to get the deal off market.  

My #1 location is the Highlands, however it is also the most competitive and I don't want to compete with cash offers.I toured the Lakehouse at Sloan Lake - it is a new build with GORGEOUS amenities for a good HOA price - beautiful pool, fitness center, garden, etc.

Anything else you have seen/used recently that will help set your offer above all the others you are competing against? 

Remember you are only competing against yourself in this situation, there aren't any other potential buyers so don't let a few dollars keep you from losing the opportunity.     

Anyway, it's certainly an interesting concept and I welcome it as another player in the marketplace, but I have zero thoughts that it will displace traditional construction. 

Every time you go to a new market you are a rookie with no idea competing with locals.

I will not be able to compete with offers like that.

That makes sense to me.You are basically saying that Austin can not compete economically with Los Angeles. 

On my current purchase, I’m the only buyer aware of the deal so I’m not competing with 100’s of people trying to outbid each other.