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We want to take the time to thank everyone that has stuck by us during the COVID-19 crisis. We are honored to be apart of this amazing Lincoln community. We are happy to announce that we are here to help you with all of your housing needs!

Join Us For The Parade Of Homes!
We are honored to showcase KDBI’s first Lincoln Parade of Homes entry! Every Spring and Fall, the Home Builders Association of Lincoln organizes the Parade of Homes for the public. The parade offers potential home buyers an excellent opportunity to walk through brand new homes and meet the builders. Join us June 21st-28th, 2020, from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Friday through Sunday.

Click on the image above to watch a virtual walkthrough of our property in the Parade of Homes
This townhome, featuring 1,882 sq ft, three bedrooms, two and a half baths could be the home for you! All of your living space is on the main floor. The kitchen has plenty of storage with an island and a pantry. There is also a powder room and a mudroom off of the two stall garage. Upstairs, you will find three bedrooms. The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet. The two other bedrooms share another full bath. The laundry is conveniently located upstairs with all of the bedrooms.

Features:

• 2 x 6 Exterior walls
• Vinyl siding and stone maintenance-free exterior
• Sliding glass door that leads to the backyard patio
• Sprinklers and full sod
• Painted hardwood trim
• Stone countertops
• Carrier high-efficiency electric furnace
• Bathroom and walk-in closet in the master bedroom
• Laundry located upstairs
• Kitchen pantry

Parade of Home COVID Guidelines

We want everyone who participates in the Parade of Homes to be safe. While taking part in the Spring Parade of Homes, safety measures to protect the public will not be taken lightly. As an attendee of the event, the Home Builders Association of Lincoln asks that you follow these guidelines.

Create A Porch Space That Leaves Everyone Smiling

Have you ever taken a stroll through the neighborhood and stopped and looked at a particular porch or front door? It is usually because there is something eye-catching going on, whether it is the color of the front door or maybe the decor. But what all of this has in common is the fact that it is probably clean and colorful.

To get this look make sure your lawn is well maintained and manicured. This goes for all of the landscape around the house too. Next, give the porch a good old spray down and scrub, getting rid of all the dust, leaves, and cobwebs from the fall and winter season.

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Why You Shouldn’t Trust Price Per Sq Foot Price per sqft is one of the most misleading ways to shop for a home builder. In the industry, we joke that buying a house by the sqft price is like buying a car per pound. It is misleading and irrelevant. Calculating the price per sqft can be difficult and confusing. The industry standard for calculating it is the total cost of the home divided by the livable square footage of the home. This “livable square footage” does not include porches, decks, garages, driveways, and unfinished spaces in the home. But all of these are included in the total cost of the home! Take a 1,200 sqft. home with three bedrooms and two baths vs. a 1,800 sqft. home with the same number of bedrooms and bathrooms. The 1,200 sqft home will have a higher cost per sqft simply because they both have three toilets, bedroom windows, front door, and so on. The 1,800 home has the same number of those items spread out across more sqft. If you take the price per sqft of the 1,200 sqft home and multiply it out to 1,800, you would be severely over-budgeted. And the opposite is true if you go in the opposite direction.  You also must consider what finishes are included in the total price of the home? The higher ended finishes are going to increase the price. When it comes to shopping for your builder, it is best to tour their products and talk to them about what you can get with your budget. Cost per square foot is only useful when you know everything included in the builder’s cost. Be sure to consider all the costs associated with how you want your house finished, not just built.

For Sale

This townhome, featuring 1,882 sq ft, three bedrooms, two and a half baths could be the home for you! All of your living space is on the main floor. The kitchen has plenty of storage with an island and a pantry. There is also a powder room and a mudroom off of the two stall garage. Upstairs, you will find three bedrooms. The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet. The two other bedrooms share another full bath. The laundry is conveniently located upstairs with all of the bedrooms. 

Features:

• 2 x 6 Exterior walls
• Vinyl siding and stone maintenance-free exterior
• Sliding glass door that leads to the backyard patio
• Sprinklers and full sod
• Painted hardwood trim
• Stone countertops
• Carrier high-efficiency electric furnace
• Bathroom and walk-in closet in the master bedroom
• Laundry located upstairs
• Kitchen pantry

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CHOOSE YOUR PARTNERS:

Choosing your dream team is the first step.  A real estate agent can help you find a great location, plus answer all of your questions ranging from topography, to school districts, and negotiating price.  They can also help you choose a builder with plenty of experience.  With so many builders out there today, pick a builder that will stand behind and service the home.  Make sure the builder has a good warranty program and check their client’s lists and talk to clients who have built with them.

TAME EXPECTATIONS:

It is easy to let your imagination run wild, but more than likely you have a budget and if you really want to enjoy your home, you’ll need to keep those numbers in check.  As one realtor explains:  “Many times buyers think the greatest advantage of building is getting everything they ever wanted in a home.  This is only 100 percent true if you have an unlimited budget.  For most buyers, they’ll still need to make sacrifices to accommodate their budget.”  Just like purchasing a pre-existing home, start with a list of “needs” and “wants”.  And then consider which area you are willing to compromise.

LOCATION:

Do you need to be close to work? The airport?  Do you want country living?  Wherever it is you dream of building, make sure you pick a lot that suits the type of home you want.    If you are head over heels in love with a lot that requires too much work to lodge your dream house, go back to your budget – and a map – to consider if there’s a more friendly choice.

WASTED SPACE:

Building a home is a lot more than just paint colors.  The right floor plan matters in a big way, not just for your enjoyment, but also if you’re considering resale value.  A house full of rooms sounds enticing, but don’t go overboard.  FreshHome.com says:  The addition of a playroom, game room or multipurpose room sounds enticing, but only plan to build a room that will actually get used.  What good is a wasted home gym where the treadmill is used to hold clothes from last season?”  Instead focus on square footage and functional spaces – like the kitchen.

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For more information about The Hillsdale floor plan.

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The Power of Citrus — Oranges and lemons have powerful cleaning attributes.  If you cut a lemon in half and sprinkle with coarse salt, it works wonders on a dirty pan.  They can also shine countertops and faucets – and the leftover scent is a plus.  Or take the rinds and throw them in a pot of boiling water to add a fresh scent to your kitchen.

Baking Soda Magic – Just like citrus, baking soda is another alternative to scrubbing and deodorizing.  Keeping an open box in the refrigerator to absorb odors or pouring some down the kitchen drain helps keep the smells at a minimum.

Vinegar – this is a secret that grandma use to use all the time.  It is great for cleaning windows, and using old newspapers won’t leave lint on the glass.  If you find your old kitchen towels have that funky smell, put them in the washer with a cup of white vinegar and the musty smell is gone.  Hey, what about those fruit flies at this time of year?  Putting apple cider vinegar in a cup with a drop of dawn dish soap attracts those little pests and they drown.

Make Dust Disappear – Dust collects on everything, one way to help it from accumulating as fast is to use a dryer sheet.

Don’t Forget the Microwave – Put a bowl of water in the microwave for several minutes.  The steam will loosen everything and you can wipe it down with ease.  Just remember, the bowl of water is hot, so use caution when removing it.

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When selling a home, a kitchen that is appealing is a selling point. Here are some tips on getting your ready to sell:

• Minimize – Make it look like a show room instead of “your kitchen”. Buyers are looking for a blank slate to make it their own.  Clean off the fridge photos and any art work the kids may have.
• Counter space – Buyers want to see lots of counter space. So pack it up and put it away.  Once the space is clear, add one or two decorative focal points.
• Deep clean – Deep clean every appliance, maybe that means getting out that toothpick to get the grime in the corners. Organize everything under your kitchen sink.  Look under your hood or microwave and even your ice maker.  When you get on your knees your view is so different.
• Finishing touches – open up the blinds or curtains, replace bulbs with bright LEDs. For more budget friend options, set the table to add a pop of color.

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To get this look make sure your lawn is well maintained and manicured.  This goes for all of the landscape around the house too.  Next, give the porch a good old spray down and scrub getting rid of all the dust, leaves and cob webs from the fall and winter season.

First consider color, try painting the front door.  Pick an inviting color that compliments your house color.  Reds and yellows are trendy right now, but you can think outside the box and find one that you love.  Once you have that done, add a wreath and a welcome mat.

If you have stairs or even one step up, add potted plants or lanterns for that look of depth. Also adding a flag makes a pop and you can change that out for game days of your favorite team.

If you are lucky enough to an extra-large porch with furniture, make sure to have pillows that burst with color.  And always make sure that you have fresh lemonade or a bottle of wine ready for when your neighbors want to relax on that inviting porch.

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