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Buying a new home

Aug 05. 2025

Complete Guide to Buying a New Construction Home

Explore the Benefits of Buying New in Oregon & Washington Thinking about buying a home in Washington or Oregon? These states have the perfect mix of natural beauty and lively communities, so it’s easy to see why people are flocking to these areas. In the Pacific Northwest, new construction homes are a popular choice because they offer modern designs, energy-efficient features, and the chance to create a space that’s truly yours. Whether ...

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Buying a new home

Aug 01. 2025

What to Expect in a New Construction Community: Top Features, Benefits & Buying Advice

Discover what makes new construction communities a smart choice—from modern home features to lifestyle perks—and get expert tips to navigate the buying process with confidence Looking for a new home that checks all your boxes – location, layout, and lifestyle? More homebuyers in Oregon and Washington are turning to new construction communities for a fresh start. These neighborhoods are thoughtfully designed with modern amenities, flexible ...

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Buying a new home

Jul 24. 2025

What to Expect in a New Construction Home Community

What to Expect in a New Construction Community If your home search is turning up a lot of dead ends, you might be looking in the wrong places. Have you considered buying in a new construction community? At Holt Homes, we build Master planned communities with amenities just outside your doorstep and homes that are modern, energy-efficient and that you can personalize. Where existing construction may fall short, a personalized home comes equipped ...

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Warranty

May 27. 2025

Caring for Your Water Heater

Everything you need to know (but didn’t know to ask) about your water heater. Water heaters are one of the greatest home inventions ever created since the 19th century. Fun fact: before modern water heaters, many homes would heat their water by running exposed pipes through their kitchen stove burners. Luckily, in the modern era, we have tank and tankless water heater options that are far safer and much more energy-efficient, allowing us to take ...

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Area Spotlight

May 16. 2025

Things to Do in Bonney Lake, Washington

Explore bonney lake: a pacific northwest gem Bonney Lake, Washington is a Pacific Northwest gem. This beautiful douglas-fir lined lakeside city is located in Pierce County in Western Washington. Only about 20 miles east of Tacoma, it was an unincorporated community until 1949, and still has a rural charm. This is brimming with beautiful parks, hiking trails, and lakes. It makes the perfect destination for outdoor lovers of all ages. The city is ...

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Buying a new home

May 13. 2025

Understanding Your Workmanship Warranty

How it works, what’s covered, and how to file a claim Sure, being a homeowner is great, but being a new construction homeowner…? Well, let’s just say that comes with a whole lot of perks! Starting with the Builder Backed Warranty that’s included with your Holt home. While our warranty provider created a nice 44-page booklet with all the key details, we understand that warranty terms and conditions aren’t always the most compelling read. We’re ...

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