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12 Hot Neighborhoods to Watch This Summer

June 13, 2017

Summer is here and real estate is hot! Interest rates are low and, in the resale market, we’re seeing bidding wars. Luckily, buyers who choose new home construction don’t have to worry about that, but they do have to decide where to live. It’s all about location, location, location! If you’re making a move soon, but are still scoping out neighborhoods, check out this list of 12 communities to keep on your radar. Sunset Pointe in Herriman, Utah From the low $400s Majestic mountain scenery, generous…

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Building a Las Vegas Home: Five Stellar Masterplans

May 30, 2017

Pools, fitness facilities, sports courts and community activities are just some of the advantages of living in a masterplan. Homebuyers often come for the amenities and stay for the sense of community. Lucky for Las Vegas homebuyers, the area offers several exceptional masterplans. Following are five standouts to consider: Cadence At Cadence in Henderson, you’ll never have to travel far from home to enjoy shopping, dining and outdoor recreation. Residents of this outstanding community appreciate open space with parks and trails for walking and biking.…

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New Homes with RV Garages in Queen Creek, AZ

April 25, 2017

RVing has become a popular pastime in recent years. After all, it’s a wonderful way to experience nature and explore the country while spending quality time with those who matter most. If you hear the call of the open road, but don’t want to pay to park your colossal camper at a storage facility, we have you covered. Check out our stunning new homes with RV garages in Queen Creek, AZ, and get ready to embark on a grand adventure! La Jara Farms II Set…

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3 Great Public Schools in Jacksonville, FL

March 28, 2017

Balmy breezes, sandy beaches, superb shopping, notable dining and the nation’s largest urban park system… There’s a lot to love about living in Jacksonville, Florida. But for families with school-aged children (and even folks just thinking about resale), education is typically at the top of the new home wish list. The good news is there are many top-notch schools in and around The River City. Here, we’ve identified three great public schools in Jacksonville that earned top marks from GreatSchools.org, the “leading national nonprofit empowering…

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5 FAQs on Home in Five

March 21, 2017

Home in Five: Smiling couple in front of moving boxes

Saving up for a down payment on a new home in Maricopa County? This homebuyer assistance program, now available through HomeAmerican Mortgage Corporation, may give you the boost you need to move up your moving day! What’s Home in Five? It’s a grant from the Phoenix and Maricopa industrial development authorities (IDA) that may be used toward a down payment and/or closing costs on a qualified home purchase. Typical program participants receive 2.5 to 3.5% of the total mortgage amount; members of the military, first…