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Jul 08. 2021

New Homes in Faraday Hills: Living in Estacada, Oregon

Our newest community, Faraday Hills, in Estacada, Oregon, gives you the best of both worlds: a charming small-town feel with the benefits of the big city close by. Known as the “gateway to the Clackamas River,” Estacada delivers wilderness, culture, and community in one amazing town. It's a great place to call home, and Faraday Hills is the community where you want to hang your hat. Life in Faraday Hills has a great flow to it...and not just ...

May 28. 2021

New Model Homes at Ponderosa Ridge in Corvallis, Oregon

Model homes are a great way to imagine what life could be like in one of our communities, and we are excited to share we have two new model homes at Ponderosa Ridge. The 1803 and 2278 are both great homes with a lot to offer, and the best way to experience them is in person. Let's take a closer look at each of these homes, so you can get a sneak peek of what's inside. The 1803 model: The 1803 at a glance: 1,803 square feet 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms ...

May 26. 2021

Best New Home Plans for Right Sizing

What is "right-sizing"? We're glad you asked. A right-sized home is simply that...the right size for you and your family. No more, no less. At Holt Homes, we meet with you to determine what your lifestyle is, what your family is like, and then we can help guide you to the right-sized home for you. Maybe you're just starting out and want to graduate from apartment living, or you're an empty nester who is ready to have a home with a smaller ...

May 19. 2021

What to Expect at your Design Appointment

Designing your new home is one of the most exciting parts of the home-buying process with Holt. Each of our new home communities has a designated design center, where you will go for your design appointment. This appointment is where the magic happens. You get to make your new home selections for things such as paint, flooring, fixtures, and any upgrades you may want. At Holt, we believe it's important for your home to be as unique as you are. ...

Apr 20. 2021

Area Spotlight: Happy Valley and Pleasant Valley Villages

Living in Happy Valley, Oregon is every bit as blissful as it sounds. We chose Happy Valley for Pleasant Valley Villages, our new community because it offers that easygoing way of life that our homeowners want and deserve. Located off of Sunnyside Road just outside of Portland, everything is within reach. Whether you want to commute into the city or sneak away on weekends for some mountain adventures, Happy Valley is the perfect location. As one ...

Apr 20. 2021

The Tax Benefits of Homeownership

Ah, tax season. It's a time of reflection, a time of organization, and for some lucky folks, it can be a time for celebration. We all want to come out ahead when we do our taxes, and it may surprise you to know that owning a home can benefit you when it comes to tax time. First of all, we always recommend that you consult a tax professional in all tax-related matters. But, we can tell you that there are some potential tax perks to owning a home ...