{"id":29382,"date":"2025-07-18T09:45:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-18T15:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/?p=29382"},"modified":"2025-07-18T09:55:25","modified_gmt":"2025-07-18T15:55:25","slug":"couple-celebrates-new-home-engagement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/couple-celebrates-new-home-engagement\/","title":{"rendered":"Couple Celebrates a New Home\u2026 and an Engagement!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>After years of renting, Justin and Chloe knew they were ready to make their homebuying dreams come true. With the help of their Richmond American team, they were able to find a place to start the next chapter of their lives together\u2014complete with a closing-day engagement!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The home search\u2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Bronze_PHX_Ext_PaloBrea_II_006_S.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29401\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Both Justin and Chloe were first-time buyers, so they took their time weighing their options. During their two-month house hunt, they connected with Brigitte, the Richmond American sales associate who ultimately connected them with their new home. She listened to the couple\u2019s specific needs and wants, then guided them to the homes and floor plans that best fit what they were looking for. In the end, they chose a ranch-style <a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/floor-plan\/bronze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bronze<\/a> home at Seasons at Rio Rancho in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/communities\/arizona\/phoenix-new-homes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Phoenix<\/a>. They loved that it was a better size for them than their current rental, making it easier to clean and maintain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Though the couple initially had reservations about buying a new-construction home, their superintendent, Mike, quickly set them at ease. They decided that the convenience and benefits of a new home with a first-year warranty would make the transition to homeownership easier, and they\u2019ve been very happy with their decision ever since.* Justin said he would definitely choose Richmond American again after going through this experience so far\u2014and recommend us to house-hunting friends and family as well. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The homecoming\u2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Keys-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29384\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The most exciting part of Justin and Chloe\u2019s homebuying journey was the day they got their house keys! While the couple celebrated on that first day, Justin proposed to Chloe (\u2026and she said yes!), adding the first of many happy memories to their new home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"377\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"29385\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dog-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29385\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3024\" height=\"4032\" data-id=\"29386\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dog-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29386\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3024\" height=\"4032\" data-id=\"29387\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dog-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29387\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The happy couple aren\u2019t the only ones who quickly settled in. Their much-loved black lab, Oakley, also approved of the move. \u201cWithin a day of being in the house, she knew it was home,\u201d Justin said. She was very excited to explore her new space and happily chase after rabbits in the nearby park. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The home highlights&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" data-id=\"29392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Congrats-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29392\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chloe is a fan of the beautiful kitchen and the primary suite\u2019s roomy walk-in closet.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3024\" height=\"4032\" data-id=\"29394\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dog-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29394\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Oakley adores the backyard!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" data-id=\"29393\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Keys-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29393\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Justin has been enjoying his spacious attached RV and 2-car garages.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Each member of the family has a favorite feature in their new home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone loves the open layout of the kitchen and dining room and they\u2019re looking forward to entertaining more guests in their new space. So far, Chloe and Justin have hosted small gatherings with friends and family members, including Chloe\u2019s parents. Playing games and spending time with some of the people they care about has made their new house feel like home. It also helps that the neighbors have been very friendly and welcoming to the young couple, so they\u2019re excited to be a part of the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Congratulations, Chloe, Justin and Oakley! We wish you many happy years in your new home!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*Warranties are subject to terms, conditions and limitations. See a sales associate for details on the limited warranty provided in connection with the purchase of a Richmond American Homes home<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"cross-sell\">\n  <div class=\"cs-content-new\">\n     <div class=\"u-width-30 cs-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/campaigns\/6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-img u-width-100 cs-guide-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/content\/globalmedia\/media-5097.webp\" alt=\"First-time homebuyer guide\"><\/a>\n     <\/div>\n     <div class=\"u-width-70 cs-content\">    \n       <h4>Take the guesswork out of homebuying!<\/h4>\n       <p>Our free <em>First-time Homebuyer Guide<\/em> is filled with tips to help you navigate your homebuying journey.<\/p>\n       <p class=\"m-top-40\"><a class=\"btn-rah\" href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/campaigns\/6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get your free guide<\/a><\/p>\n     <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After years of renting, Justin and Chloe knew they were ready to make their homebuying dreams come true. 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