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Lennar’s Next Gen – The Home Within a Home® opens the door to an array of financial and logistical benefits, while providing the opportunity to share the comfort of your home with loved ones. With one shared mortgage, there’s no need to pay a secondary rent or elderly housing costs. If you’re considering buying a home with your parents now or in the future, Claire Zulkey offers advice on what to expect in this recent article from The New York Times.
For Diana Limongi, the practical benefits of sharing a two-family house in Astoria with her parents are manifest. There is access to a car without having to own one, free Spanish immersion for her two children and periodic gifts of homemade lentils left in the refrigerator.
But the best part, the nonprofit consultant and writer says, is when she leaves the house. “I hear my mom talking to my daughter and cracking up. It’s just pure joy, and it’s a beautiful sound. They’re really enjoying each others’ company.”
Multigenerational households — homes where two or more adult generations live together, or those that include both grandparents and grandchildren — are on the rise across the country. A record 64 million Americans now live in a multigenerational home, according to a Pew Research Center report, up from 32.2 million in 1950.
There are multiple reasons for this shift: the increasing cost of long-term care; the growing immigrant population, in which shared housing has always been more common; and, of course, rising housing prices. Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the National Association of Realtors, said that multifamily home purchases are especially prevalent now “because home prices are so expensive that the only way to make it work is to double up or triple up.”
And as their parents reach their 70s and 80s and need some help, he said, “you’re seeing those groups pair up in all sorts of ways.”
Finding the right property to meet the needs of multiple generations is an intimidating process, but it can be done — with patience, research, preparation and some luck. For those considering it, here are some lessons from families in which multiple generations now live happily together.
Read the full article via The New York Times
If you love the great outdoors, but find it difficult to organize your gear, this Houzz article by Jeanne Taylor may help, with tips to best suite your needs no matter what size space you have. These ideas will take you right through summer and into the fall and winter, keeping your favorite gear safe and ready to use!
Warm-weather activities are among summer’s greatest pleasures, whether you prefer riding a bike, camping or paddling a kayak or canoe. But all these wonderful activities also can lead to an accumulation of outdoor gear — sometimes with no organized system for stashing it.
Here are some tips for storing your summer activity gear so you can easily find and use it this summer. Perhaps one or more of these ideas can serve as inspiration for storing gear in your home.
Before you start organizing, take stock of your gear and reflect on how often you’ve used the items in recent years. If you own items that you haven’t used in a while, think about whether you’ll continue to use them. If not, consider donating them, selling them or sharing them with a friend who might enjoy them more often.
As a professional organizer, I usually recommend that my clients store camping gear in the garage so they can quickly pack up the car for a weekend getaway. Consider using a sturdy shelving system, unless you have a garage closet or cabinetry system, which would also work. Tents, sleeping bags, sleeping mats, tarps and coolers should all be stored in the same area. You can purchase one or two clear plastic containers to hold smaller items like flashlights, matches, eating utensils, plates and cookware. That way, you can simply load these into the car when you’re ready to head out. Several smaller containers are usually more functional than one large container, which can get heavy.
If you do not have a garage, you could store your camping gear in a hall closet or extra bedroom closet.
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ESTERO, FL. July 26, 2018 – Lennar (NYSE: LEN and LEN.B), the nation’s leading homebuilder, today announced plans to develop a stunning new master planned community in Southwestern Florida called WildBlue. Situated in Southwest Florida in Estero, just north of Naples and south of Ft. Myers, WildBlue is centered on a picturesque lake and nestled within lush natural surroundings. The new gated community will mix breathtaking views with approximately 1,000 homes and luxurious on-site amenities. Homebuilders currently committed to build at WildBlue include market leaders Lennar, Pulte, Stock Development and WCI Communities.
“With its lakefront lifestyle and striking natural landscaping, future WildBlue residents will enjoy the winning combination of new home designs and a thriving, amenity-rich environment,” said Darin McMurray, Southwest Florida Division President for Lennar. “We are excited to make the best use of this beautiful land and to combine Lennar’s decades of experience with our other respected builder partners to create an absolutely unparalleled lifestyle for the future residents of WildBlue.”
WildBlue will be centered on 872-acres of lakes and 1,329 acres of surrounding preserve land. Together, these provide residents with scenic outlooks at almost every turn and outdoor activities ranging from hiking and bicycling. Proposed amenities include kayaking, boating, paddle boarding and other lagoon activities to satisfy even the most avid lake lover.
The community is anticipated for 2019. Multiple neighborhoods will provide a range of one- and two-story home designs and the latest home design details to make each residence a personal sanctuary. Lennar will offer homes ranging from 1,800 to 3,800 square feet with prices ranging from $400,000s to $700,000s. WCI will offer homes ranging from 2,000 to 4,000 square feet with prices ranging from $400,000 to over $1 Million. Pulte will offer homes ranging from 1,671 to 3,900 square feet with prices ranging from the $400,000s to over $1 Million. Stock will offer homes ranging from 2,500 to over 4,000 square feet with prices ranging from $600,000s to over $4 million.
WildBlue will be minutes from neighborhood shopping, dining and entertainment, including a full-scale movie theatre and the hundreds of major retailers and restaurants located within Gulf Coast Town Center, Miromar Outlets and the 1.4 million-square-foot Coconut Point Mall.
Bordered by Alico and Corkscrew roads in Estero, Florida, the community is easily accessible to Interstate 75 and US 41, providing quick connections to Fort Myers and Naples employment corridors, Southwest Florida International Airport, Florida Gulf Coast University, and nearby medical services. They also link residents to nearby, world-class recreational destinations including Florida’s famed white sand beaches, championship golf courses and sports attractions such as JetBluePark.
About Lennar Corporation
Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation’s leading builders of quality homes for all generations. Lennar builds affordable, move-up and active adult homes primarily under the Lennar brand name. Lennar’s Financial Services segment provides mortgage financing, title insurance and closing services for both buyers of Lennar’s homes and others. Lennar’s Rialto segment is a vertically integrated asset management platform focused on investing throughout the commercial real estate capital structure. Lennar’s Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. Previous press releases and further information about Lennar may be obtained at the “Investor Relations” section of Lennar’s website, www.lennar.com
Fremont, Calif. – July 2018 – Lennar’s highly-anticipated masterplanned community, Innovation, has just opened the doors to the Launchpad where homeshoppers can visit to learn more about this upcoming community.
“This community has received so much interest among homeshoppers and our sales releases have sold out every time so far,” said Briana Roos, Marketing Manager for Lennar Bay Area. “Currently we’re working toward the Grand Openings of Icona and Revo at Innovation, which offer their own distinctive collections of innovative and stylish home designs.”
Innovation is a Lennar masterplanned community set in Silicon Valley. Designed with urban professionals and the tech industry in mind, its carefully-selected location provides easy access to BART, Amtrak and major freeways. This mixed-use masterplan will feature four acres of commercial retail space, thousands of new homes, the first new elementary school in Fremont in 27 years and top-rated amenities at the 2,851-square foot recreation enter.
Icona at Innovation offers a collection of upscale townhomes for sale. Revo features Manhattan-style townhomes with both single and two-story homes available. Both showcase open-concept living spaces, upper decks or patios per plan, gourmet kitchens and enviable master suites.
Every new home at Lennar’s Innovation is a Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Home Design with built-in wireless access points throughout the home to offer strong internet connectivity in every room. Additionally, each home will come outfitted with Everything’s Included® features at no additional cost, including stainless steel appliances, granite or quartz countertops, high-quality cabinetry and integrated home automation products and technology.
The Innovation Launchpad is now open for homeshoppers to visit and learn more at Fremont and South Grimmer Boulevards. To schedule your tour or get complete directions visit www.lennar.com/bayarea or call 510-335-6980.
About Lennar
Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation’s leading builders of quality homes for all generations. Lennar builds affordable, move-up and active adult homes primarily under the Lennar brand name. Lennar’s Financial Services segment provides mortgage financing, title insurance and closing services for both buyers of Lennar’s homes and others. Lennar’s Rialto segment is a vertically integrated asset management platform focused on investing throughout the commercial real estate capital structure. Lennar’s Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. Previous press releases and further information about Lennar may be obtained at the “Investor Relations” section of Lennar’s website, www.lennar.com.
Lennar’s Pebble Brook Villas Are On Par Near Luxury Golf Course In Noblesville – Now Open
Lennar’s community of Pebble Brook Villas in Noblesville is now open, selling, and is quite the hole in one! Sell your yard tools because you won’t need them here! Pebble Brook Villas offers residents Low-Maintenance living with Lawn-Care, Snow-Removal, and Exterior-Maintenance included. The intimate community of 88 homesites offers new homes from Lennar’s Paired-Villa Collection. Residents will enjoy a quaint community featuring wooded and water view homesites.
Pebble Brook Villas is nestled adjacent to Pebble Brook Golf Club with a golf cart path connecting the two. The Pebble Brook Golf Club’s Facebook page allows for booking your tee time on one of two first-class courses. Purchasing a new home from Lennar’s Pebble Brook Villas includes a 1-year membership to Pebble Brook Golf Club. Perfect for those wanting to improve their golf game!
The new homes at Pebble Brook Villas are a first for this area! The Paired-Villa Collection offers four floorplans to choose from – all of which have been updated and upgraded to become a part of Lennar’s Everything’s Included® innovation. Each open-layout villa offers interiors ranging from 1,754 to 1,997 square feet with designs encompassing two bedrooms and two baths. The refined chef will enjoy the included kitchen complete with 42” cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel GE® appliances, abundant cabinetry, and a large kitchen island. Enjoy a summer night on the back covered patio, also included in every home.
Pebble Brook Villas will showcase style, comfort and state-of-the-art conveniences. The community will feature beautiful streetscapes, impressive brick exteriors, and will offer the area’s First Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Home Design with robust internet connectivity throughout and automation featuring Amazon Alexa.
All sales receive a $3,500 Closing Cost Contribution if closing with Lennar’s preferred lender, Eagle Mortgage Company. The offer is valid with a new-home purchase and a valid signed Purchase Contract. Villas are priced from $259,995 to $271,995. Use your mulligan and choose to have your new home built with Lennar at Pebble Brook Villas.
Ideally situated, Pebble Brook Villas offers quick commutes to major thoroughfares and top-ranked schools. The community sits near US-31, SR-32, and SR-38 with quick access to I-465. Those arteries provide excellent access to retailers, excellent restaurants, parks, festivals, and additional recreation in nearby downtown Noblesville. The central location of Pebble Brook Villas provides easy access to the surrounding communities and amenities of Westfield and Carmel. With so much to do in the area, you will be happy you chose a Low-Maintenance home at Pebble Brook Villas by Lennar!
For more information about Pebble Brook Villas, visit:
Welcome Home Center
4830 East Amesbury Place
Noblesville, IN 46062
(317) 678-6550
