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Buying a new home

Apr 09. 2025

What to Look for When Touring a Home or Community

Top Tips for Touring Homes: What to Look for in a House and Neighborhood Before You Buy You’ve been dreaming about and planning for your future home for a long time. You’ve saved, researched, and patiently waited… and waited some more. Now, the time has finally come to search for your perfect place. Congratulations! If you're like most soon-to-be homeowners, you're probably feeling a mix of excitement and overwhelm as you prepare to tour homes ...

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Guide Home Maintenance Homeowner Resources Buying a new home appliances

Mar 17. 2025

Landscaping Maintenance and Care

A+ Guidance on Grading and Lawn Care Keeping a pristine yard throughout the year can be challenging, especially in the Pacific Northwest, but it’s not impossible! One of the perks of owning a Holt Home is that your landscaping has been thoughtfully planned out and equipped with nutrient-rich soil, irrigation, drainage systems, and overall aesthetic for your front yard — giving you a head start at maintenance mastery! For your backyard, this ...

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Washington New Home Communities

Mar 03. 2025

Everything You Need to Know About This PNW Wonderland: Magical Tehaleh, Washington

Why choose tehaleh? Pronounced TAY-HA-LAY and meaning “high ground, superior land or land of the gods','' Tehaleh derives its name from Chinook jargon. Truly a stunning place to call home, this community has a lot to offer. Breaking ground in 2011, the first model homes opened in 2012. Since then, this vibrant 4,700-acre master planned community has grown to include 40+ miles of trails, 14 parks and playgrounds, a community center, and ...

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Buying a new home

Feb 28. 2025

Modern Nesting: Exploring the Rise of Multigenerational Homes

Is a multigenerational home right for you? Are you considering the idea of sharing your household with extended family? If so, you are in good company! With great perks such as shared expenses that make housing a lot more affordable, childcare made easier, and being available to care for elderly family members, it’s easy to see why multigenerational homes are such a growing trend. According to the Pew Research Center, multigenerational homes ...

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Interior Design

Feb 27. 2025

Your Guide to Home Office Makeovers for the Colder Months

Seasonal Home Office makeover: create an invitng and productinve WORKSPACE As the days get shorter and the temperature drops, it’s time to give your home office a seasonal upgrade. Here’s how to turn your workspace into a warm, productive haven—no pumpkin spice required. 1. The Big Light Stays Off! Harsh, bright lights are out. Soft, warm lighting is in. Table and floor lamps > ceiling lights will make all the difference. Swap those sterile ...

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Interior Design

Jan 29. 2025

Winter 2025 Color Trends - Earthy & Warm

Make a house a home using Nature's Palette There’s a shift happening in the world of interior design, and it’s all about embracing the warm, rich hues of nature. Say goodbye to the cool grays and sterile whites of the past decade - this season, it’s all about those deep, saturated tones that make a room feel grounded and lived in. We’re talking rich browns, buttery yellows, terracotta, and forest green - colors that make staying in the obvious ...

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