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Football season is here and that means it’s time to start planning the ultimate viewing party for your friends and family! While the possibilities, team choices and game selections vary, make sure you focus on these five points:
Obviously one of everybody’s favorite parts of the party. Keep it simple with appetizers – bean or chip dips, your latest Pinterest vegetable appetizer find and easy-to-build options like tacos. You may even go for “walking tacos” for which all you have to do is gather all the fillings into separate bowls and swap out tortillas for a bag of corn chips! Guests will be able to make their own and eat it mess free out of bowls or cups.
Options are key. You can go big with a themed punch using Kool-Aid to match the color to your favorite team – or two bowls for both teams. It’s easy, inexpensive and festive. Plus, it’s a great option for large groups.
It’s never been easier to create a cute, customizable invite! Whether you use an evite, create an event on Facebook or just shoot out a mass text, make sure you give people enough time to mark their calendars for the event and know about how many to people to expect and prepare for.
Team jerseys are a must along with easy accessories to help you decorate your home with ease. Be thrifty by printing out the team logos and putting them up in your home. Find cheap balloons, streamers, colored napkins and other throw away decorations at the dollar store. Anything you do will help get everyone in the party spirit!
Of course, you’ll need a great way to watch the game. You can use a big TV in the main area or if you have access to a projector, set up a screen using either a white wall or white sheet. And don’t forget to provide enough chairs or places for everyone to sit! Once it’s all set up, let the game begin!
You just moved into your beautiful new Lennar home and it sparkles at every angle.
Now how do you keep it that way? Think beyond your weekly wipe down and make a plan to deep clean your bathroom shower and tub from time to time. With the help of these great tips from HGTV, you will always be guaranteed a heavenly shower and tub.
Mold and mildew can grow quickly in any bathroom, and once it’s there, it’s hard to get rid of it.
You might be accustomed to using a chlorine-based bleach for disinfecting – and sure, it’ll help to kill mold and neutralize spores – but a better alternative is to use a mixture of hydrogen peroxide with an oxygenated powder product, such as OxiClean, or my favorite, generic washing soda (not to be confused with baking soda). If you look at ingredients in many of the heavy-duty mold abatement products, you’ll spot that hydrogen peroxide is a common ingredient, so it’s no surprise that this at-home solution works really, really well.
Combine the washing soda and hydrogen peroxide to form a paste, and add it to mold-prone and mold-affected areas in the shower to treat the spots and spores in a safe way. After it sets for a few minutes, rinse the area and use a cloth to wipe it clean. Mold-be-gone!
An easy paste consisting of two parts washing soda mixed with one part hydrogen peroxide offers a chlorine-free and bleach-free alternative to whitening and disinfecting grout. Use an old toothbrush to apply it to the grout lines, allow it to sit for a few minutes, and then use the toothbrush again to rinse it away with water. This will brighten dingy white grout and keep mold growth at bay.
When it comes to the tiled walls, the tendency for water droplets to sit and air dry makes water spots and dried streaks nearly unavoidable. Unless you’re going to wipe down the shower with a dry towel after every use, you’ll need to find a good routine to keep water deposits on tiled surfaces under control.
For most non-porous tile surfaces, that can be done simply using a cloth wet with diluted white vinegar. Follow up with a dry cloth to buff the surface.
Stains aren’t uncommon in the bottom of your tub, even though the basin is being soaped and rinsed non-stop. Here are tips to help you clean your tub, depending on material:
To keep enamel-coated tubs clean, the best thing you can do is rinse and dry after every use. When washing to remove soap, dirt, and mineral build-up, opt for hot water, a grease-cutting dish soap, and a microfiber towel. To keep the enamel-free of scratches, avoid abrasive scrubbing cleansers and cloths, and steer clear of acidic cleaners like vinegar. Magic Erasers are surprisingly effective when you need to lift build-up and discolorations from the surface (especially around the drain), and for stubborn stains that really want you to work for the shine, use a piece cork to provide force without breaking your fingers and hands.
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Dublin, Calif. – September 2018 – Lennar is thrilled to announce that Lincoln will Grand Open three new model homes at the Boulevard masterplan on Saturday, October 6. This new community of high-end single-family homes is the first Everything’s Included® collection available in the masterplan.
“We are so excited to present these beautiful homes to the public and offer for the first time our Everything’s Included® program here at Boulevard,” said Briana Roos, Marketing Manager for Lennar Bay Area. “These spacious homes are perfect for busy and growing families and offer the latest and greatest in design and features with integrated home automation products as standard.”
At Lincoln, Lennar offers three distinctive floorplans that come in a variety of elevation styles. These spacious, three-story homes range in size from approximately 2,836 to 3,257 square feet with five bedrooms and four bathrooms. Showcasing modern architectural exterior style, well-appointed kitchens and luxurious master suites, homes are priced starting from the mid $1.2 millions.
Every home at Lincoln showcases Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program, providing popular upgrades features in the homes at no additional cost. Stainless steel appliances, quartz kitchen countertops, solar, home automation technology activated and supported by Amazon and more, all come included in the homes.
As a Lincoln homeowner, residents enjoy new amenities just steps outside their door with the future-planned 14,500-square foot recreation center with pool, fitness center and a 30-acre park. Boulevard is also situated in a prime location in Dublin allowing families to enjoy vibrant outdoor amenities and nearby conveniences. Boulevard will link to the area’s premier Iron Horse Regional Trail and is within walking distance to shops, restaurants and the Dublin/Pleasanton BART station.
The models will open for touring on Saturday, October 6 at the Lincoln Welcome Home Center located at 5650 Apex Drive in Dublin. For more information visit www.lennar.com/bayarea or call 855-549-7582.
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.
Rancho Mission Viejo, Calif. – September 2018 – There’s no better season than fall to find a fresh new start with a wide selection of quick move-in homes available throughout Lennar’s six communities in Rancho Mission Viejo at Esencia. With unique floorplans designed for today’s lifestyles and for buyers across the spectrum, from first-time buyers to active adults, there’s plenty of opportunity to find your dream home in this vibrant location. With an array of homes available for immediate move in, you can be fully situated in your new home just in time for the holidays!
“At Esencia, buyers don’t have to sacrifice anything on their new home checklist, with stunning new homes showcasing distinct designs for the modern family and set within an amenity-rich masterplan in a prime Orange County location,” said Janet Price, Marketing Director for Lennar California Coastal. “Discover endless recreation and entertainment right outside your front door with hangout spots, pocket parks, trails and plenty of first-rate amenities interwoven throughout the masterplan that deliver an unmatched lifestyle.”
Avant, Citron, Heirloom and Vivaz offer single-family homes with two- and three-story floorplans ranging in size from approximately 1,677 to 3,151 square feet of living space. Find ample room to grow and enough space for the whole family with spacious secondary bedrooms, open layouts, exceptional master suites, outdoor living spaces plus loft and bonus/flexible rooms per plan. Select homes are situated within fantastic hilltop locations that provide breathtaking views.
Avocet and Iris belong to the Gavilán® neighborhoods at Esencia which are designed exclusively for active adults and for 55+ living. Choose from single- and two-story floorplans ranging in size from approximately 1,473 to 2,340 square feet of living space featuring single-level living designs with first-floor master suites, open layouts for easy entertaining, upscale kitchens with large center islands, spacious California rooms and second-floor bonus rooms that residents can use as they need—from a kid’s playroom, entertainment room or just extra storage space so they only have to venture upstairs every now and then.
Gavilán® residents have access to all the amenities throughout The Ranch, as well as exclusive access to amenities that are tailored to the active adult lifestyle, like The Getaway, an exciting hangout spot with firepits, indoor-outdoor structures and grassy area for playing and picnicking.
Iris, Avant, and Vivaz are now part of Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program. Each home at these three communities comes complete with gorgeous designer upgrades as standard: beautiful quartz kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, upgraded cabinetry with soft-close hinges, built-in wireless access points for strong internet coverage throughout and home automation technology from today’s trusted brands to provide homeowners with a more connected way of living. Control lights, front door locks and monitoring, music, movies and more seamlessly with voice control from Amazon Alexa or remotely through any smart phone device.
With expansive amenities available throughout the masterplan, Esencia is more than a community—it’s a lifestyle. Enjoy The Canyon House, the social and recreational hub of the community, Esencia Farm, a volunteer-run suburban farm, several state-of-the-art clubhouses, sparkling pools and spas, play zones, dog and community parks, plenty of open space and a brand-new K-8 school walking distance from your new home. Find everything you need for a fun-filled life at Rancho Mission Viejo.
Choose a home that’s right for you and your family with a wide selection of quick move-in homes available now at Esencia. To view the six collections, available homes, floorplans and prices, visit www.lennar.com/orangecounty.
About Lennar
For more information on 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.
Simi Valley, Calif. – September 2018 – With a wide selection of quick move-in homes available at Arbor Heights in Simi Valley, you can be fully situated in your new home just in time for a fresh new start this fall and before the holidays. Arbor Heights is nestled within The Woodlands masterplan community and surrounded by the Santa Susana Mountain Range that paves the way for plenty of recreational opportunities for residents. This high-end community is a great place to live with each new home boasting a high level of Everything’s Included® features, distinct floorplans designed for the modern buyer plus select quick move-in homes include an incredible landscape package for a low-maintenance lifestyle!
“Arbor Heights is a family-friendly neighborhood surrounded with breathtaking views and near everything you’re looking for in a new setting including top-rated schools, shopping centers, parks and four golf courses,” said Ken Melvin, Division President for Lennar LA/Ventura. “Each new home provides added value with our Everything’s Included® program which now features home automation technology and our new Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ home designs to provide residents with a more connected way to live.”
Interested homeshoppers can choose from an exceptional collection of new homes including single- and two-story floorplans. Homes range in size from approximately 2,014 to 3,244 square feet of living space including three to five bedrooms, two to three bathrooms and two-bay garages.
Floorplans are suitable for families of every type and are designed to reflect today’s lifestyles with main living areas showcasing an open layout and encompassing large great rooms, dining rooms and upscale kitchens, an ideal spot for entertaining. Find enough room for the whole family with spacious secondary bedrooms, sophisticated master suites with walk-in closets and spa-inspired bathrooms, charming laundry spaces and per plan, additional flex space, spacious lofts and covered patios.
These energy-efficient homes come with an array of included features with Lennar’s Everything’s Included® program. This includes gorgeous slab granite countertops, upgraded cabinetry, stainless steel kitchen appliances, pre-wiring in the great room and much more. Now included in the program is Lennar’s new Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Home Designs that pair well with the home automation technology included to deliver a more modern way to live—all at no additional cost! Select quick move-in homes at Arbor Heights also feature an incredible landscape package, so you can spend less time on maintenance on your new home and more time exploring your great surroundings.
Offering an active and family-friendly lifestyle, The Woodlands in Simi Valley provides residents with many recreational opportunities with hiking, biking and equestrian trails—with some trails connecting to city and regional trail systems, too. Connected to the multi-use trails is a five-acre neighborhood park including playgrounds, tot lots, volleyball courts and even a basketball court. The park also has open grass areas for informal play and informal kiosks that provide a history of the local and regional trails, with the park boundaries blending into open space preserved in its natural condition.
With a wide selection of quick move-in homes available as soon as now at Arbor Heights, you can start living the good life today. To view available homes, prices and floorplans, visit www.lennar.com.
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.
Vista, Calif. – September 2018 – Lennar is excited to announce their newest community, Avila, is coming soon to Vista! With plans to Grand Open on Saturday, October 6, the interest list for this community is now open.
“We are thrilled to announce this new upcoming community, which offers an incredible opportunity for first-time buyers and families looking to buy new in Vista,” said Laurie Massas, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Lennar San Diego. “Avila presents a collection of modern, attached townhomes for sale in a family-focused setting. It’s a great opportunity for homebuyers looking to make their move into a brand-new home.”
Avila offers four distinctive floorplans of tri-level homes for homeshoppers to choose from. These thoughtfully-designed homes range in size from approximately 1,743 to 1,977 square feet of living space, with three to four bedrooms and two and two-half to three and one-half bathrooms.
These contemporary residences showcase modern layouts designed for the way busy families live today. Showcasing open-concept floorplans with great rooms, dining areas and well-appointed kitchens that seamlessly connect, every new home at Avila also comes outfitted with Everything’s Included® features.
Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program allows homebuyers to get popular upgrades and features in their brand-new home without having to pay extra! Stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, solar, home automation and so much more all come included in every new home at no additional cost.
Avila residents will also enjoy access to great amenities including a recreation center with pool and spa, along with being situated in a prime location close to schools, shopping, dining options and entertainment.
Eager homeshoppers are encouraged to join the interest list and get prequalified beginning Saturday, Spetember 22. Preselling launches on September 29. The homes are priced from the mid $500,000s.
Avila is located at 1574 Fortaleza Way in Vista. For more information or to join the interest list visit www.lennar.com/sandiego.
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.
El Dorado Hills, Calif. – September 2018 – Lennar is excited to begin the second phase of homes at their popular active adult community Heritage El Dorado Hills. The next phase will include new Everything’s Included® features, Thoughtful Design® details and future amenities at this award-winning masterplan. Prospective home shoppers can join Lennar for a sneak peak of the new phase and amenities this weekend on Saturday or Sunday, September 22 to 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
“We have had great success at this beautiful community and we’re thrilled to unveil and release phase II for sale soon,” said Michelle Velky, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Lennar Sacramento. “Home shoppers who attend this weekend’s event will get a sneak peek of our new home designs, amenities and have the opportunity to save with pre-model pricing.”
At the VIP event attendees will get to learn more about the new phase with a preview of the new homes and developing future amenities, including a brand-new clubhouse with pool, spa, social rooms for classes, parks and so much more. Additionally, home shoppers can explore this community and learn more about the new home automation features that are included.
Heritage El Dorado Hills is a masterplan of all Lennar homes offering four neighborhoods, Legends, Estates, Reflections and Mosaic. Each of these neighborhoods offers its own collection of distinctive, single-story floorplans with sizes that range from approximately 1,230 to 2,993 square feet.
All the homes in phase II offer Lennar’s Everything’s Included® program which provides high-end features at no additional cost to the buyer. These homes will showcase quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, solar and new integrated home automation features as standard.
Each home will also showcase Thoughtful Design® details at no additional price. Available only at Lennar Sacramento Heritage communities, these features were created with changing lifestyle needs in mind and include items such as wider doors and hallways, lower appliance design, extra lighting, walk-in showers with hand-held shower heads, reinforced backing in the bathroom for future handrail placement and more.
Join Lennar at the Heritage El Dorado Hills Welcome Home Center for the event, located at 4669 Golden Foothill Parkway, Suite 101, in El Dorado Hills. For more information call 916-304-9711 or visit www.lennar.com/sacramento.
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.
Fresno, Calif. – September 2018 – Lennar Central Valley is excited to invite prospective home shoppers to the Grand Opening of the much anticipated Skye Series on Saturday, September 29 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sterling Acres, located off of Armstrong and Dakota. The whole family is invited to enjoy fun games, activities, complimentary food and refreshments and to tour the professionally-decorated model homes.
“We can’t wait for this Grand Opening to showcase the new models from the Skye Series at Sterling Acres, where the Chateau Series is now open and selling,” said Susan Wilke, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Lennar Central Valley. “Touring the models is the best way to see these beautiful homes and to discover all the Everything’s Included® features that come at no additional cost.”
The Skye Series features wide open floorplans with large windows that bring the outdoors in. Four floorplans vary in size from approximately 2,029 to 2,570 square feet of living space and offer up to four bedrooms, three bathrooms and two-bay garages.
A new version of Lennar’s special Next Gen® – The Home Within A Home®, the Solstice, will also be available. These homes provide the perfect fit for multigenerational households or dual living situations by featuring an attached private suite with a separate entrance, bedroom, bathroom, living room, and kitchenette. The design allows for as much direct access to, or privacy from the main home as needed.
Every home also comes with added value through Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program. Homeowners will enjoy items such as stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, integrated home automation features and more – all at no additional cost.
Lennar’s new Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Home Design also ensures you can enjoy the benefits of home automation without struggling from interrupted Wi-Fi coverage. Wireless access points are mapped out and then built into the home that pair with commercial-strength Wi-Fi from Ruckus to provide great access in every room.
The event will take place at the Welcome Home Center located off Armstrong and Dakota. For more information visit www.lennar.com/fresno.
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.
We all know how exciting it is to receive an income boost. Extra income can mean saying goodbye to ramen noodle days and hello to happy hour hangouts with friends. The lifestyle creep that comes with extra income can be inevitable, but its important to limit these new extra expenses in order to meet long-term financial goals. This RealEstate article by Stefanie O’Connell can help teach your how to limit your extra spending when receiving a raise or any other type of extra income.
When you get a raise or a tax refund or some birthday cash, the first thing that probably pops into your head is a list of ways to spend that extra money.
Maybe it’s upgrading your phone, or taking that vacation you’ve been dreaming about, or finally getting around to completing that bathroom remodel you’ve been wanting.
While there’s nothing wrong with the occasional splurge or lifestyle upgrade, it’s important that these extra expenditures don’t become a regular habit — eating up the entirety of your pay increase or financial windfall with added spending that leaves you with nothing leftover to dedicate to longer-term financial goals.
Sure, a little lifestyle inflation is ok. At some point, you’ll probably want to ditch the three roommates, ramen and used Ikea furniture. And your expenses will inevitably climb in certain situations, like when you start a family.
But if you continue to spend more every time your income grows, you’ll never be able to build true financial security or make progress toward your big picture financial goals — no matter how much money you earn.
This phenomenon, labeled lifestyle inflation, really becomes an issue when your increased spending starts to become more habitual and less intentional, and prevents you from building financial security or reaching your long-term financial goals.
These four strategies can help you keep your own lifestyles inflation in check.
Just because you’re making more doesn’t mean you should stop paying attention to your money. In fact, tracking your spending is arguably more important as you experience increases in income, as reviewing your day-to-day purchases will let you know whether you’re really getting the most out of the extra money you’re making
You don’t want to get into a situation where you spend more and more and never feel any happier or better off as a result.
By tracking your spending and considering how you feel about where your extra dollars are going, you can make better spending assessments. Deciding what lifestyle upgrades are really worthwhile and what long-term saving and investing choices might serve you better.
You can even use an app like Joy that tracks your spending and asks you how you feel about each purchase, so you can make smarter more intentional money decisions every single day.
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