Right now, homebuyers can find quick move-in Lennar homes available for every type of lifestyle. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, growing family, or empty-nester, Lennar builds communities for every stage of life.  If you’ve been dreaming of owning a new home in 2020, here’s some more good news! With low rates and affordable pricing, there’s never been a better time to buy. Learn more in this recent FOX Business article by Brittany De Lea.

Waiting for a good time to get in on the housing market? Experts forecast that it’s likely to be another banner year in 2020.

Mat Ishbia, CEO of United Wholesale Mortgage, told FOX Business there is one big reason this year will be a good one to make a home purchase.

“From a homebuyer perspective, affordability is really great,” Ishbia said, forecasting rates will remain low.

According to a report from Realtor.com, mortgage rates are expected to average 3.85 percent.

Consistent with Ishbia’s predictions for continued affordability, Realtor.com expects home prices to rise just 0.8 percent across the U.S. this year – with declines occurring in 25 percent of the 100 largest metro areas.

Ishbia said the spring purchase season in 2020 will likely “have a lot of legs” and could carry on through the fall.

Read the full article at FOXBusiness.com

You may have heard about the recent decluttering trend in homes, but have you put a plan of your own into motion? If 2019 brought an abundance of extra items into your living space, then 2020 is all about getting rid of what you don’t need — and keeping the things that serve a purpose in your life.

With a brand new home that’s as clean as you need it to be, you can sit back, relax, and take in the best things that life has to offer. Take a look at our favorite tips and tricks to declutter your stuff.

Kids organizing clutter in the home

How To Declutter Your Home

Decide What to Store: Before you start, it’s a good idea to “assess your mess” and make a smart decision about how much storage you may want to buy. Go through each room and envision the bins you’ll need to keep everything clean and tidy, whether it’s fabric bins for a playroom or plastic bins for a food pantry.

Use Your Doors: Don’t underestimate the versatility of doors! The back of a door can be a life-saver. For instance, if your child’s room is becoming tight, an over-the-door shoe organizer will free up space that can be used for other things like sports or activities bags, hobby equipment, and more.

Clean Your Closet: First things first, ask yourself: “do I really need it?” Donate items you don’t wear or that don’t make you feel great, and keep the ones you love. You’ll be amazed at how much easier (and more enjoyable) it is to step into a clean, organized closet that only holds the things you love. 

Free Up Your Fridge: It’s so easy for a refrigerator to become cluttered with food, no matter how big or small your family is. Because boxes, containers, and bags that hold leftovers take up so much space, put your food in your own tupperware and label them with the date you took the food home.

Stay Trendy: A beautiful storage ottoman is not only a comfortable seat in your master bedroom, it’s a great way to keep items off the floor. Similarly, functional and stylish ladder shelves are perfect for picture frames, candles, succulents, watches and jewelry, books, and so much more.

Organize Recipes: We all grow attached to our favorite recipes, but that doesn’t mean we need the whole cookbook. One way to free up extra space in your kitchen is to scan the recipes you use and love from cookbooks, cut out your favorites from magazines, and organize them into clear pages in a binder.

Start Small: If you’re ever feeling overwhelmed, a great way to destress is to do simple tasks like making your bed. A few quick ways to clear your home (and your head) are to fluff up and organize the pillows on your couch, straighten up your rugs, dust off counters and windows, and wipe down tables.

At Lennar Philly Metro, we have a good feeling that 2020 is going to be your best year yet. With a little decluttering in your spacious and comfortable home, you have the chance to start off every day with a breath of fresh air. We hope you have a wonderful start to the new year!

Explore new homes designed exclusively for active adults 55+ during Lennar’s Grand Opening of two collections at InspirationThe Masters and The Heritage. The public is invited to come out on Saturday, January 18th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, January 19th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and enjoy coffee (from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.), complimentary eats (12 to 2 p.m.), tour three gorgeous models, quick move-in homes, learn more about the community and Lennar’s Everything’s Included® program. These new homes for sale in Aurora start from the low $400s.

“We’re so excited to be bringing age qualified homes to the Inspiration masterplan, showcasing modern and thoughtful designs specifically tailored to 55+ living,” said Carrie Castilian, Director of Marketing for Lennar Colorado. “The Inspiration neighborhood, which is filled with a host of amenities onsite, is the perfect place for any active adult to start the next chapter of their life. So stop by the Grand Opening, tour the models and find your new happy place in Aurora!”

The Masters Collections offers four ranch floorplans ranging from approximately 1,749 to 2,307 square feet. The Heritage Collection offers six ranch floorplans ranging from approximately 1,874 to 2,737 square feet. Designs showcase open living areas, covered patios, upscale kitchens, sophisticated master suites and spacious secondary bedrooms per plan.

Lennar Inspiration new home collection in Aurora

Additionally, every new home is outfitted with the new home features and upgrades you want through Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program. Features you would normally have to pay extra for, such as stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, full unfinished basements (per plan), air conditioning and more, come included as standard.

Live and play, every day, at Inspiration. Residents in Hilltop Village 55+ have exclusive access to the Hilltop Club, a resort-style facility boasting a pool, yoga studio, fitness center, pickleball, tennis, bocce courts and much more. From a craft club, cooking club and golf club, Hilltop Club provides residents with opportunities to continue their goals and discover new passions. Plus, the community hosts many fun events throughout the year, including live music, cooking demos and DIY workshops. Active adults seeking an exciting lifestyle that is active, indulgent and made specifically for 55+ living should look no further.

To attend the event, visit the Welcome Home Center located at 8425 S. Winnipeg Court in Aurora, Colo. 80016. For more information, please visit www.Lennar.com/Colorado. 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.