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Clovis, Calif. – April 2019 – Now is the final opportunity for home shoppers to purchase and own a new home from the Savannah Series at Ellingsworth. Lennar Central Valley has two model homes for sale, providing homebuyers the opportunity to purchase one of the highly-upgraded model homes before the community is entirely sold out.
“The Savannah Series has been an incredibly popular community for us and we anticipate the remaining model homes to go quickly,” said Susan Wilke, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Lennar Central Valley. “All of these models showcase stunning and designer-selected upgrades throughout, such as custom lighting, wall treatments, upgraded backsplashes and so much more.”
The Chantilly floorplan and the Jubilee floorplan are the last remaining homesites at Ellingsworth. The Chantilly floorplan offers 1,635 square feet with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a two-bay garage. While the Jubilee floorplan encompasses approximately 2,223 square feet with four bedrooms, two and one-half bathrooms and a two-bay garage. These floorplans are great for families of all sizes, including first-time buyers, empty nesters and those wishing to live in the award-winning Clovis Unified School District.
Lennar’s Everything’s Included® features are also situated throughout the home, which they include in every new home they build at no additional cost. Items such as white quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, home automation and so much more come included as standard. Click HERE to see what features come standard in our Savannah Series.
Situated in the suburban area of Clovis, the community enjoys a great location near several parks, trails, a nearby mall and just eight miles away from downtown. Be sure to follow the Lennar Central Valley Facebook page to stay connected on everything happening at their communities.
Don’t miss your chance to live in Clovis! Call us today at (559) 554-1147, CHAT NOW or visit https://www.lennar.com/new-homes/california/fresno-central-valley
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
One simple way to decorate is through a collage wall with photo frames. This type of interior design feature lets you show off all your memorabilia, photos and milestones in one space. Here’s how you can incorporate this creative and chic design into your new home:
The Process
To build a picture frame collage, you will need the necessary tools laid in front of you to create an ideal workflow for assembly. You must have the picture frames you’ll be using, as well as nails, a hammer, a pencil, painters’ tape, and a tape measure.
1. First, you’ll need to measure the dimensions of your frames.
2. Once you get the measurements, you will want to outline your blank wall with the measurements. Take your tape measure and mark the measurements on the wall. Then, apply your painter’s tape to create an outline of your picture frame.
3. Make sure that you have at least 2-4 inches of space each time you move to a different frame when applying the painter’s tape.
4. Now that your wall is outlined and you have a visual of what your set-up looks like, it’s time to place your pictures in your empty frames and hang them up.
5. If your frame has a hanging wire in the back, simply measure the top of the frame to the hanging wire; then measure the same distance on the top of the outlined painter’s tape to the center, mark it, and hammer in a nail.
Decorating your space is just one of the simple pleasures of being a homeowner. If you want to learn other home decor tips or get inspiration, Lennar can help. Like us on Facebook for all our interior design tips and tricks.
Nearly 900 people move to Florida per day. Many choose to come down South for the cost of living, the competitive real estate prices, the employment opportunities, and the weather. From retirees to young professionals, as the fourth largest economy in the United States, there’s something for everyone in the Sunshine State. Florida might be known for its sunshine and palm trees but living here has more benefits than the beautiful climate and nature. If you’re considering moving to Florida, there’s a lot to learn. Below is some important Florida tax information that you need to know:
State Income Tax
Florida is one of seven states with no income tax. This means that the state government does not collect an individual state income tax, giving residents more to use out of their paychecks. For retirees, Social Security retirement benefits, pension income and income from IRAs or a 401(k) are also untaxed at a state level. Florida also doesn’t have a state estate tax or state inheritance tax, helping surviving relatives worry less about finances after a difficult loss.
Property Tax
If you invest in a Florida home and make it your permanent residence or the permanent residence of your dependent, you may be eligible to receive a homestead exemption that would decrease your property’s taxable value by as much as $50,000. Additional Florida property tax benefits are available to owners with disabilities, low-income senior citizens, veterans and active duty military service members, disabled first responders, and properties with specialized uses.
In 1992, Florida passed the “Save Our Homes” Constitutional Amendment that caps the annual increase in the assessed value of the property that has a homestead exemption. An increase cannot exceed either 3% or the change in the Consumer Price Index for the previous year, whichever amount is less.
Moving to Florida can be an ideal financial choice. With its attractive tax incentives and low cost of living, Florida is a great place to call home. If you’re ready to look for real estate, see how you can get a brand-new, move-in ready home in Tampa Bay, Florida on the Lennar website or by calling 877-475-3662. Don’t forget to like us on Facebook for more real estate news and interior design inspiration.
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Discover your dream new home in Pomona with two Lennar communities – Avendale and The Crossing – offering detached homes with Everything’s Included® features and set within desirable Phillips Ranch. A masterplan community dating back to the ’60s, Phillips Ranch is set within Pomona’s city’s limits and has a Pomona zip code, but most of its residents prefer to use “Phillips Ranch, CA” as their return address—and the U.S. Postal Service lets them! This beautiful neighborhood differentiates itself with certain independence plus enjoys easy access to Chino Hills, Diamond Bar and CA-71.
Designed for the modern family, these new home designs showcase contemporary exterior details, open living areas, upscale kitchens, outdoor living areas, sophisticated master suites, spacious secondary bedrooms and flexible spaces per plan.
Avendale offers three two- and three-story designs ranging from approximately 1,579 to 2,086 square feet and starting from the mid with three to four bedrooms, two and one-half to three and one-half bathrooms and two-bay garages. New homes start from the mid $600,000s.
The Crossing offers three two-story designs ranging in size from approximately 1,985 to 2,435 square feet of living space including three to five bedrooms, two and one half to three bathrooms and two-bay garages. New homes start from the low $700,000s.
Additionally, every new home comes outfitted with today’s most popular upgrades and features through Lennar’s Everything’s Included® program. Enjoy stainless steel appliances with refrigerator, high-quality cabinetry with soft-close hinges, luxury countertops, state-of-the-art solar systems provided by Sunstreet Energy Group™, home automation and Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Home Designs and much more—all at no extra cost.
Named in honor of the Roman goddess of fruit, the City of Pomona is no ordinary SoCal city. From the family-friendly fairs to fresh food around every corner and a vibrant music scene, you’ll find everything you need to settle down here. Plus, it offers top-rated schools and is home to one of the best public universities in the nation, Cal Poly Pomona.
To learn more about the community or tour the model homes, stop by the Welcome Home Center located at 23 Wagon Wheel St. in Pomona. For more information, visit www.lennar.com.
Surprise, Ariz. – April 2019 – Round up the family and come out to explore the possibilities for your new home in Surprise with two Lennar series at Marley Park Grand Opening on May 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy a fun atmosphere, complimentary bites and tour the model homes at Discovery and Horizon, showcasing smart designs including a multigenerational layout, as well as a high level of Everything’s Included® features that come completely as standard. Save the date and don’t miss this incredible opportunity to find your dream home in a desirable family-friendly neighborhood.
“We could not be more excited to be opening two new series at Marley Park that brings diverse collections of new home designs and Everything’s Included® features to this amenity-rich masterplan,” said Alan Jones, Division President for Lennar Phoenix. “And with multigenerational living on the rise, come tour our revolutionary floorplan available within the Horizon series that was created to bring families of all generations together under one roof.”
Find a Lennar home that’s perfect for you at Marley Park. Discovery offers three single-story designs ranging from approximately 1,739 to 1,951 square feet including three to five bedrooms and two to three bathrooms. Horizon offers four single-story floorplans ranging from approximately 1,953 to 2,472 square feet including three to four bedrooms and three to three and one-half bathrooms.
New homes start from the $280s and showcase open living areas with large Great Rooms and upscale kitchens, sophisticated owner’s suites boasting luxurious bathrooms, outdoor living areas and flexible rooms per plan. Additionally, designer upgrades and sought-after features come included as standard in every new home through Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program. Enjoy energy-efficient appliances, upgraded kitchen countertops, high-quality cabinetry, home automation technology and much more at no extra cost.
The Horizon series offers Lennar’s popular Next Gen® – The Home Within A Home® plan designed to accommodate multiple generations under one roof. The layout works by providing the main home plus an attached private suite with its own separate entrance and living space including living area with kitchenette, bedroom and bathroom. It’s a great solution for families seeking a home with a dedicated space for their elderly parents, adult children or long-term guests, without sacrificing anyone’s privacy or comfort.
Marley Park is the type of setting you’ve always imagined for your family. It has everything you’ve been searching for: a host of amenities, that close-knit neighborhood feel and is near plenty of recreation and entertainment. Residents will love spending hours at the Heritage Pool House with neighbors and friends. There are 18 parks to explore, all linked by an Arbor Walk. There’s the Heritage Club for special events and activities, two schools within the neighborhood and a plaza for shopping, services and restaurants.
The public is invited to attend the Grand Opening event on May 18 located at 14527 W Via Del Orollard Ave in Surprise, Ariz. 85379. For more information, please visit www.Lennar.com/Phoenix or call 800-864-1058.
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.
South Pointe by Lennar offers new homes in Diamond Bar conveniently located at the center of three major Southern California markets: Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino counties. Residents enjoy the privacy and security of living in a gated community, as well as being close to shops, restaurants, entertainment and recreation.
Children will attend schools in the Walnut Valley Unified School District, which has been recognized for having California Distinguished and National Blue Ribbon Schools. Diamond Bar serves a student population of over 15,500 students and offers an enriching academic program while promoting awareness and appreciation for the culture and ethnic diversity in every campus.
South Pointe showcases a great collection of luxury homes in Diamond Bar set behind private gates. Choose from four distinct floorplans ranging in size from approximately 3,090 to 3,858 square feet with up to five bedrooms and up to five and one-half bathrooms. New homes start from the low $1.3 million and floorplans boast upscale design details throughout including gourmet kitchens, huge walk-in closets, bonus rooms, third-floor decks and fantastic views from most homesites.
Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program helps add tremendous value to every new residence through a high level of standard features that come at no additional cost. These are top-of-the-line features most builders charge extra for, such as granite countertops, GE Monogram® stainless steel appliances, upscale cabinetry, home automation technology and much more.
Diamond Bar is a special place to call home. The city maintains more than 160 acres of developed parks and recreational opportunities that will meet your active needs. Take a swing at the full-length 18-hole championship golf course, Diamond Bar Golf Course. Families will love the close proximity to the wonderful world of Disney. If shopping is your thing, you’re just minutes from the popular Brea Canyon Mall where you can find just what you’re looking for. Your new home in Diamond Bar will take your everyday living to the next level.
But home shoppers are encouraged to act quickly. South Pointe is now selling its final phase before the model homes are released. To learn more about this community or tour the model homes, visit the Welcome Home Center located at 20662 Shepherd Hills Dr in Diamond Bar. For more information, visit www.lennar.com/la or call 888-220-5502.
Steeplechase Estates, a quaint, convenient community located in Fishers, Indiana is excited to announce our newest model home – the Fairmont. This two-story model home is one of our newest and most popular designs from our Cornerstone Collection.
On April 27th and 28th, Steeplechase will host a Grand Re-Opening Weekend to finally unveil 2,900 of the most exquisite square feet you’ll ever experience. This four bedroom, two and a half bath home features connected home technology with activation and support by Amazon and voice control by Alexa. This home delivers connectivity, safety, and convenience. Imagine controlling your home’s temperature, television, vacuum, door locks, speakers, and lighting all through voice control from the comfort of your couch or on your smartphone while running errands!
In addition to connected home technology, the Fairmont will also feature Lennar’s Everything’s Included® experience. At Lennar, we include features like GE® kitchen appliances, Moen® kitchen and bath fixtures, polished quartz countertops with intricately-designed tile backsplashes, elegant hard surface flooring, and handcrafted cabinets as necessary and included luxuries. The only things not included in Lennar’s Everything’s Included® program are unexpected costs and surprises.
The Fairmont’s floorplan is sure to “WOW” with its elegant great room and soaring two-story ceiling. The space is open and expansive with a vast kitchen, large center island, and generous cabinet and countertop space. As with all Lennar new homes, you have the freedom to personalize the space to your family’s needs and lifestyle. Two flexible rooms downstairs can serve as a den, dining area, a guest bedroom suite with a full bath, and more! The upstairs comprises of three secondary bedrooms, a loft, and the owner’s suite. Indulge in the owner’s suite’s retreat-like feel, complete with a luxury master bath featuring an oversized tile shower with seat, dual sink vanities, private water closet, and extra-large walk-in closet. As for community amenities, residents will soon enjoy a brand-new pool, bathhouse, basketball court, and playground
If you have yet to visit Steeplechase Estates, you’ll find us conveniently located off Highways I-69 and I-70, only 6 miles from Hamilton Town Center shopping center. Steeplechase Estates is close to incredible restaurants, retail, coffee shops, and entertainment. Steeplechase Estates resides in the well renown Hamilton Southeastern School District, complete with excellent schools. Nearby, Flat Fork Creek Park’s walking and biking trails, playground, and a fully-stocked fishing pond give the avid adventurer a chance to branch out. Just a few miles down the road, our residents enjoy boating, kayaking, and other water sports at Geist Reservoir. Geist Marina offers visitors the opportunity to dine while admiring the views of the lake.
Join us for our Grand Re-Opening Weekend April 27th and 28th at Lennar’s Steeplechase Estates. Tour the new Fairmont model home, learn more about the luxurious features included in our Everything’s Included® program and experience connected home technology for yourself.
To learn more about Lennar in Indianapolis, Indiana or to register for our Grand Re-Opening Weekend visit us here or contact us today!
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Homebuyers frequently ask about the best time to purchase a new home. Spring or summer? During the school year or not? In Dallas-Fort Worth, the answer is: Right now.
That’s because mortgage interest rates are historically low and the Metroplex market is red-hot. Lennar showcases new homes for sale in more than 80 communities across Dallas-Fort Worth, with two brand-new communities at Trinity Crossing and Bradford Park.
“If you’re thinking about a home purchase or refinance, don’t wait for lower rates,” says The Mortgage Reports, which bills itself as one of the first mortgage blogs. “These may be the best rates we see this year.”
In Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey® as of April 18, interest rates for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage stood at 4.17 percent. Those numbers, The Mortgage Report says, haven’t been this low in 14 months. Which then begs the question: How long will they last?
“Today’s rate might be as good as we’ll see for years to come,” the website says.
Let’s not forget that Dallas-Fort Worth also ranks as No. 1 in the 2019 Markets to Watch report from global powerhouse PwC and The Urban Land Institute.
Clearly, right now is the right time to buy a new home and Lennar is right on the money.
With new homes for sale from the $170,000s and floorplans from two bedrooms, two baths up to five or six bedrooms and four-plus baths, Lennar has something for everyone. Lennar also offers Everything’s Included®, with features most other homebuilders consider add-ons with costs passed on to the homebuyer. Lennar takes the stress out of homebuying.
Lennar’s ideally situated communities relieve day-to-day stresses, too. All are close to excellent shopping, dining, entertainment, recreation—the best of the Metroplex. Many communities feature such family-friendly amenities as a swimming pool and greenspaces.
Just as important, purchasing your new dream home is also the investment of a lifetime. According to Mashvisor, “2018 was great for Dallas real estate in terms of increasing home values and prices. This trend is expected to continue in 2019!”
Quoting Zillow, Mashvisor says Metroplex home values grew more than 14 percent last year, with prices expected to rise another 11.2 percent this year.
With such a perfect homebuying environment, today’s the day to buy your dream Lennar home. So visit Lennar online or call an Internet New Home Consultant at 866-314-4477.
Buying an energy-efficient home is not only good for the environment, but it is also great for your wallet! Lucky for you Lennar is committed to building energy-efficient homes. All Lennar homes include energy-efficient features to enhance the quality of your home, decrease your monthly utility expenses and decrease your carbon footprint. Learn why buying an energy-efficient home will be the brightest financial move you make in this Nerdwallet article by Beth Buczynski.
Whether you give a hoot about the environment or not, it could pay to think about energy efficiency when shopping for a home.
Newer houses certified by Energy Star — the federal government’s energy-efficiency rating program — use an average of 20% less energy than homes built to the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, which oversees the system.
But using less energy is just the beginning. Green certification programs like the National Green Building Standard (NGBS) or Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) go even further, with strict standards for indoor air quality, greenhouse gas emissions and water conservation, among other things.
Although energy conservation might not sound as exciting as a luxury bathroom or backyard patio, improving health and comfort while reducing energy bills could help turn your house into a true dream home.
Thirty percent of homeowners say their monthly housing costs, including utilities, are expensive, according to a 2018 NerdWallet study. The cost to heat, cool and illuminate an entire house can be especially shocking for first-time home buyers who may be more accustomed to fewer square feet.
Buying a home that’s built to conserve resources can help you avoid those breathtaking bills, but it may require a slightly bigger mortgage.
Energy Star homes cost around $2,500 more to build on average, the EPA told NerdWallet in an email. And LEED certification can add an extra 2.4% to the total cost of building a home, on average.
Home buyers can recoup the added investment in several ways, however. In addition to lowering utility bills, energy-efficient homes often sell faster and at a higher price than noncertified homes, studies have shown.
If you buy a certified efficient house, it could give you an advantage should you ever sell. Energy-efficient homes bring in around $5,000 more than standard homes, a 2019 National Association of Home Builders study concluded.
Certification rules vary, but in general, you can expect region-specific design, high-efficiency features and appliances, and rigorous performance evaluations. But the house isn’t the only thing held to a higher standard.
For a home to qualify for Energy Star certification, for example, the builder, HVAC contractor and energy rater must have proper credentials, and in some cases, EPA training.
NGBS or LEED certification involves close inspection of the home’s location and lot design, sustainability of building materials, and even access to alternative transportation to meet minimum standards.
Demand for energy-efficient homes helps explain why millions have been built in the U.S. since 1995, with more being added each year. Use these tips to help you find one.
Building codes address safety and structural integrity, but they generally don’t deal with energy efficiency, comfort or indoor air quality, says Jeff Bogard, president of R.E.A Homes LLC, a custom home building company in St. Louis, Missouri.
For clues to high performance in those areas, watch for listings that mention a third-party green certification, a recent energy audit or energy-efficient upgrades.
But not all certifications will appear in listings, because not all sellers think to include them, says James W. Mitchell, founder of Renewablue, a home energy consulting firm in Fort Collins, Colorado. If energy efficiency is on your wish list, always ask the seller or listing agent about a particular house.
When hiring an agent, ask if he or she has experience with energy-efficient homes or relevant credentials. The EcoBroker designation or the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Green Designation are two options.
NAR Green designees are educated about what makes a home healthier and more efficient. This allows them to “provide opportunities, guidance and hopefully vendors that understand green-building science,” says Melisa Camp, a member of NAR’s Green Resource Council Advisory Board.
You can ask for utility data during the shopping stage or as a provision in the sales contract. Past bills will help you understand the actual cost of ownership.
Some homes are less efficient simply because today’s energy standards didn’t exist when they were built. If the house you fall in love with is an energy hog, an energy-efficient mortgage, or EEM, can help.
Available as a conventional, FHA or VA loan, an EEM “wraps the expense of energy-efficient improvements into the homeowner’s mortgage payment,” Mitchell says. It’s probably the only time borrowing more saves you money, he says. In time, the energy savings could completely offset the extra cost. Not all lenders offer EEMs, so ask about availability when shopping for a mortgage.
