5 Things You Can Do to Help the Homeless this November (And Year-Round)

November is Homeless Awareness Month. As we gather round to give thanks for what we have this year, it’s important to remember those less fortunate. According to HomeAid America, as many as 3.5 million Americans find themselves homeless each year, more than one million of them children. More than 300 thousand American children are homeless on any given night. More than half of the homeless population are families with children suffering from...

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10 Home Staging Tips for Everyday Style

Whether you’re trying to sell your home or just want your home to look its best when your relatives arrive, these tips and tricks of home staging will help your home shine. 1. Cut the clutter. Ask yourself what you can live without and donate or dispose of it. A good rule to live by: for every item that comes in, another must go out. This helps rooms look much bigger and appeals to most peoples’ desire for an orderly environment. Capital Building 2....

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TRI Pointe Homes' Weyerhaeuser Co. Merger

The News We’re pleased to report that our client, TRI Pointe Homes, has acquired Weyerhaeuser Co.’s homebuilding operations. The $2.8 billion acquisition has launched the Irvine, CA based company into the big leagues, now the 16th largest builder in the United States by sales last year. The Deal The transaction enhances TRI Pointe’s geographic presence by adding Weyerhaeuser’s established collection of quality homebuilding companies, which will...

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Why You Should Be On Houzz

What Pinterest is to crafting and finding the perfect brownie recipe, Houzz is to designing, decorating, and remodeling a home. Houzz connects local architectural and design experts with potential customers, allowing for aspiring remodelers to get professional answers to practical questions and breeding mutually beneficial business opportunities. Access to Experts Beyond allowing users to collect photos into ideabooks, Houzz provides important and...

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Grand Opening in San Mateo, CA

Join the Festivities this Saturday Join the great people of TRI Pointe Homes this Saturday, June 21st, in San Mateo for the grand opening of their new Canterbury neighborhood at Bay Meadows. The thoughtfully designed townhomes of Canterbury join the Bay Meadows community offering buyers exceptional living in a highly sought-after area on the San Francisco Peninsula. Bay Meadows Community The charming urban village of Bay Meadows combines a home...

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Grand Opening in Brentwood, CA

Saturday, May 10, 2014 Join the festivities tomorrow for live music, food, and a tour of six beautifully decorated model homes from TRI Pointe Homes’ two new communities at Barrington in Brentwood, CA. Come discover all the advantages of the irresistibly charming one- and two-story home collections in the new Hawthorne and Berkshire communities. Residents will enjoy magnificent views of Mt. Diablo, the Delta for water sports activities, and a brand...

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Kitchen Design Trends

Kitchen design trends that we love. Functionality New technology is adding extra efficiency to the modern kitchen. Hydraulic, fold-away cabinet doors, automated lights, and hands-free faucets are becoming more and more common. Sticky hands? No problem! Storage maximization using multi-tiered drawers and non-traditional storage spaces are also gaining popularity. Blum Color Soft grey cabinets are a great new take on classic white cabinetry...

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5+ Reasons Home Buyers Should Buy New

Why Buy New? As the National Association of Home Builders’ New Homes Month draws to a close, we would like to reiterate a few reasons why buying a new home is totally worth it. Low cost of ownership Quality construction Energy efficiency Customization New designs for modern living New homes come under warranty and are filled with all-new components, lessening the chance for unexpected and costly repairs. They are built with state-of-the-art...

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Sales Office Opening at Barrington in Brentwood, CA

Sales center opening Saturday, April 5th at Barrington in Brentwood, CA. Take the opportunity to be one of the first to preview the impressive new TRI Pointe Homes neighborhoods of Berkshire and Hawthorne and witness TRI Pointe Homes’ unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation. Community Highlights Barrington, in the secluded East Bay community of Brentwood, offers residents magnificent views extending to Mt. Diablo with hundreds of vineyards...

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Grand Opening at Sunridge Park, Rancho Cordova, CA

Saturday, April 5th is the grand opening of Woodside Homes’ distinctive new Eclipse II family homes at Sunridge Park in Rancho Cordova. Join the fun-filled celebration with face painting, balloon twisting, and lunch and take a tour of the beautifully decorated models at 12300 Canyonlands Drive. Better by Design Woodside Homes offers “Better by Design”, exceptional craftsmanship using today’s smartest technologies, advanced building materials,...

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Townhomes Now Selling at Ivy Lane, Moorpark, CA

Innovative new townhomes by Shea Homes are now available at Ivy Lane in Moorpark, CA. Contemporary and thoughtfully-designed, the townhomes feature fresh designs for easy, comfortable living. Stylish, Spacious, & Efficient Affordably priced from the $400 thousands, the townhomes feature the latest energy-efficient technologies and quality amenities including walk-in closets in the master suite and conveniently located upstairs laundry rooms....

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We’re Finalists: BIA Bay Area Excellence in Homebuilding Awards

Best Logo & Best Brochure The BIA Bay Area has announced the finalists for the 2013 Excellence in Homebuilding Awards to be held on March 21st at the Hilton on Union Square, San Francisco. Kovach Marketing has been honored as a finalist in two categories, Best Logo and Best Brochure for Avellino in Mountain View by TRI Pointe Homes. From the CEO “We are extremely excited to be a finalist for the BIA Bay Area Awards for Avellino. I also...

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Is Deep Blue Your New Hue?

Using Unconventional Paint Colors Deep blue may seem like a strange option for a family room, but it can be cozier than you might expect when paired with the right accent colors. The cool tones of the walls and warmth of the furnishings come together to create the perfect haven in this fabulous redesign by Cory Connor Designs. Have you ever used a nontraditional paint color on your walls? See more after photos on Houzz. ...

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Opening March 1st: Ivy Lane, Moorpark, CA

Save the Date Ivy Lane by Shea Homes is opening on Saturday, March 1st in Moorpark, CA. The eagerly awaited townhomes of Ivy Lane combine fresh designs and rare value into the total package neighborhood. Community Highlights Two model homes and three plans will be showcased this Saturday at the new community conveniently located to 16 parks, a 27-hole golf course, the Metrolink station, and the new Simi Valley Town Center with a wide array...

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The True Life Companies Acquire 26.8 Acres for Residential Development in Payson, AZ

PAYSON, AZ – The True Life Companies (TTLC) has just closed escrow on Timber Ridge, 26.8 acres of land planned for residential development in Payson, Arizona, approximately 90 miles from the Phoenix metropolitan area in the northern portion of Gila County. Situated at the foot of the famous Mogollon Rim, this prime real estate is located at an elevation of 5,000 feet above sea level, which creates a mild, four-season climate that attracts a strong...

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Models Now Open At Desert Trace in Indio, CA

NORTH INDIO, CA – Woodside Homes has announced the opening of new models at Desert Trace, a distinctive collection of single family homes in North Indio.  You’re invited to watch the playoffs and Super Bowl on big screens, enjoy popcorn and refreshments, while you tour the beautifully decorated model homes. Ideal for family living, the elegant single story plans are a superb value with distinctive architectural styling, quality amenity package...

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FINAL HOMES AND MODELS NOW SELLING AT GATED BRIO IN LA HABRA

LA HABRA, CA – Only a few of the exceptionally stylish single-family homes remain at the intimate, gated new home community of Brio by TRI Pointe Homes, including the beautifully fully furnished and designer landscaped models.  Located in the desirable, conveniently located town of La Habra in Orange County, Brio offers a priceless value and unmatched opportunity but home buyers need to act fast before they are sold out.  Visit today and...

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THE TRUE LIFE COMPANIES CONTROLS OVER 7,000 LOTS IN JUST 18 MONTHS.

SAN RAMON, CA – Real estate continues to gain momentum in major metro markets across the country with sales and prices continuing their positive rise. Foreseeing this trend since 2009, The True Life Companies (TTLC) has positioned itself for success with a keen focus on acquiring prime real estate in targeted metro areas where they can fulfill the accelerating demand experienced by both home builders and retail consumers. That demand...

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