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 want to congratulate TRI Pointe Homes on being a finalist and am looking forward to attending the awards show. We thoroughly enjoy being part of their team and appreciate the collaborative relationship we share.” – Dana Kovach

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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 of shopping and dining options. Ivy Lane’s recreational amenities also include a swimming pool, spa, and tot lot for kids. Quality features and energy-efficient technologies have been integrated into each plan in pursuit of the perfect home for every family.

Interested?

If you would like to add your name to the interest list for Ivy Lane, visit Shea Homes online and get more information.

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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 primary housing market, year-round visitors and second home buyers, many from Phoenix and Tucson.

“This is an excellent example of a premier site in an infill location that meets the definitive characteristics we require for our land investments,” stated Taber Anderson, Chief Investment Officer of The True Life Companies. “The property is close to major transportation corridors, a growing major metro, Phoenix, and is one of the few remaining infill real estate development opportunities in the area. The supply of new housing, both for sale and rental in the area is extremely limited so the property is well positioned to meet the demand not only from the growing local market but also from those seeking mild weather second home opportunities coming from the nearby metro markets of Tucson and Phoenix.”

“The acquisition of Timber Ridge accelerates the growth of our company’s overall investment portfolio,” stated Scott Clark CEO of The True Life Companies. “We have built our current portfolio to over 7,000 lots in just eighteen months and we are dedicated to advancing that number and continuing to expand our growth over the next 12 months. Parcels like Timber Ridge are a profound focus for our team as we work on the acquisition and disposition of land and lots for America’s top homebuilders.”

Dave Sabow, based in the company’s Phoenix headquarters, is responsible for managing the asset going forward. “Dave was instrumental in this acquisition and understands all facets of the property. Formerly the Broker with Land Group Real Estate in Phoenix, Dave has been responsible for managing and developing thousands of residential properties and particularly master planned communities. His knowledge and background expertly qualify him to thoughtfully and creatively manage this asset into the future,” stated Anderson.

For more information regarding TTLC’s land acquisition or recreational master-plan portfolio visit www.TheTrueLifeCompanies.com.

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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 and unbeatable energy efficient features.

With the introduction of Desert Trace, Woodside Homes now offers two collections of exceptional homes in North Indio. Woodside Homes combines a great location with innovative homes designed for inspired living for you and your family.  Desert Trace features spacious three and four bedroom plans with two baths, 2,000 to 2,469 square feet of interior living space and many flexible room options to personalize your home.  Prices start in the mid $200,000s.  

Palazzo at Shadow Hills is adjacent to Shadow Hills Golf Club with three to five bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths and 2,181 to 3,029 square feet.  Remarkably priced from under the $300,000s, ask about their move-in ready homes with purchase incentives.

For additional information call 760-342-4001 for Desert Trace, 760-347-8658 for Palazzo or visit www.woodsidehomes.com. The sales offices are open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Monday 1 to 6 p.m.

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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 see why 82 homes have sold since March of this year with attractive pricing on the final remaining homes from the low $500,000s and the models being in the mid $500,000s.

Distinctive two story open floor plans range from 1,744 to 2,246 square feet. Offering three to five bedrooms and up to three baths, discover lifestyle-enhancing features such as gourmet island kitchens and family-friendly great rooms. Home shoppers will appreciate extras in select plans such as tech center, loft, optional office and optional bedrooms.

A host of impressive refinements include granite kitchen countertops, European-style white Thermofoil cabinets and Whirlpool® stainless steel appliances. Master suites make luxury an everyday experience with walk-in closets, extra-deep soaking tubs and separate showers with clear glass enclosures and frameless door.

Discover the latest innovation in today’s technology with advanced wiring including RG6 and CAT5e cables for high-speed computer connections as well as cable TV and telephone. In addition, forced-air heating and climate-controlled air conditioning are regulated by digital set-back thermostats.

Maximum energy efficiency and lower utility bills are ensured by tankless water heater, radiant barrier roof sheathing, Energy Star dishwasher, Low-E window glass and numerous other environmentally friendly features.

The superb location of Brio is directly across the street from La Habra’s Portola Park with three baseball diamonds, 12 lighted tennis courts, two daycare centers with playground facilities, the Children’s Museum at La Habra and the La Habra Depot Theater, which presents community productions throughout the year.

For more information about Brio visit www.TRIPointeHomes.com.

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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 has been heightened by several positive indicators, according to recent data provided by S&P Dow Jones for its S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices, the leading measure of U.S. home prices, showing that the 10-City and 20-City Composites posted year-over-year gains of 13.6%, the highest gain since February 2006. The West continues to lead the housing recovery with top rankings in: San Francisco at 24.6%, Los Angeles at 22.2%, and San Diego at 19.7%, followed by Phoenix at 19%. Denver, another key market for TTLC in the top 20, is also looking strong at 9.5%.

Anticipating those trends, over the past 18 months, TTLC has aggressively cultivated prime residential land opportunities offering premier locations for homebuilders intent on satisfying the increasing demand in key metro markets in the Western U.S.  Since their most aggressive push began 18 months ago, TTLC has now grown their portfolio to over 7,000 lots sited on more than 8,000 acres. To continue its robust acquisition strategy, the company is working with private equity sources raising additional capital as it works to build their operation as the premier provider of lots and land to America’s top homebuilders.

In the realm of residential development opportunities, the company is targeting raw land and partially entitled land and lots, all of which can be developed into final mapped or platted lots, or finished lots ready for “just in time” delivery to home builders. The latest example of their success is Rancho Vistoso, a partially completed master plan in Oro Valley (NW Tucson), Arizona. The company acquired the majority of the final acreage available for development within the master plan, just under 200 acres, in August of 2012 and sold 123 acres of this prime infill residential property to Maracay Homes (Weyerhauser) in October 2013. This property is considered one of the best homebuilding opportunities in the region and attracted numerous offers from builders upon the initial acquisition by TTLC. “The sale to Maracay Homes is an excellent example of how TTLC has become a strong and important supplier of land to a major home builder.  Both TTLC and Maracay worked in concert to create a thoughtful acquisition structure for Maracay and jointly entitle the property to set the stage for what will be one of the area’s most exciting and creative new communities,” stated Taber Anderson, Chief Investment Officer of TTLC.

“The leadership team at The True Life Companies has created a fully integrated business platform that is perfectly positioned to take advantage of the tremendous opportunity that exists today in the residential land acquisition, entitlement and development field,” stated Scott Clark, CEO of TTLC. “We have a talented team of experienced professionals, an existing portfolio of properties acquired on very attractive terms, and a robust pipeline of new opportunities in escrow or under contract. Those advantages make The True Life Companies an ideal strategic partner for capital or investment firms seeking optimum ROI while gaining prime access to the single-family residential sector of the real estate industry.”

For more information regarding TTLC visit www.thetruelifecompanies.com or www.facebook.com/thetruelifecompanies.            

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