--- title: Holt Homes Blog | Buying a new home (3) description: Buying a new home | Stay up-to-date on trends and new home building topics. Read up on our regular updates on all things Holt, such as homeowner tips and tricks, community spotlights, and fun events around the area. (3) --- [![Holt-Homes-Logo-2x](https://insights.holthomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Holt-Homes-Logo-2x.png?width=227&height=24&name=Holt-Homes-Logo-2x.png "Holt-Homes-Logo-2x")](https://holthomes.com) [![Holt-Homes-Logo-2x](https://insights.holthomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Holt-Homes-Logo-2x.png?width=227&height=24&name=Holt-Homes-Logo-2x.png "Holt-Homes-Logo-2x")](https://holthomes.com) Menu - [AVAILABLE HOMES](https://holthomes.com/move-in-ready-overview/) - [WA COMMUNITIES](https://holthomes.com/new-home-communities-washington/) - [OR COMMUNITIES](https://holthomes.com/new-home-communities-oregon/) - [FLOOR PLANS](https://holthomes.com/floorplans) - [ABOUT US](https://holthomes.com/our-story/) - [CONTACT US](https://holthomes.com/contact-us/) # Holt Homes Blog ## Stay up-to-date on trends and new home building topics [Buying a new home](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/buying-a-new-home) Oct 17. 2024 ## [Choosing a New Community: Balancing Education and Convenient Commutes](https://insights.holthomes.com/choosing-a-new-community-balancing-education-and-convenient-commutes) Choosing a community and home That Works for Your Family Life’s a juggling act, isn’t it? Finding the right daily balance that allows time for work, family, and fun pulls you in a lot of directions. One of those directions likely includes…commuting. The commute from home to work, and home to your child’s school can make or break a busy schedule. Like finding the right job, finding the right school for your kiddo may not always mean it’s the ... author: [Holt Homes](https://insights.holthomes.com/author/diana-lal) [Read More](https://insights.holthomes.com/choosing-a-new-community-balancing-education-and-convenient-commutes) [Buying a new home](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/buying-a-new-home) May 30. 2024 ## [Your Guide to Building a New Construction Home](https://insights.holthomes.com/your-guide-to-building-a-new-construction-home) Your Step-by-Step Guide to BUILDING A NEW CONSTRUCTION HOME For many of us in the PNW, there's a special time when projects and ideas come to life after months of planning. There's a certain energy in the air, not to mention the perfect conditions that make it an ideal time to embark on the journey of building your dream home. This sweet spot also means the housing and construction markets are busy. The sooner you get the leg work done, the ... author: [Holt Homes](https://insights.holthomes.com/author/diana-lal) [Read More](https://insights.holthomes.com/your-guide-to-building-a-new-construction-home) [Holt Homes Floorplans](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/holt-homes-floorplans) [Buying a new home](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/buying-a-new-home) May 15. 2024 ## [Holt's 2024 Top Floor Plans](https://insights.holthomes.com/holts-2024-top-floorplans) Welcome to Your NEW Home—Flexible, Functional, and Uniquely Yours When building a new home, choosing a floor plan isn't just about counting bedrooms and bathrooms. It's about envisioning your daily life, your gatherings, your quiet moments, and how your home can adapt to all of life's phases. At Holt Homes, we don’t just build houses—we craft homes that grow with you, designed with flexibility and your future in mind. Let’s walk through some of ... author: [Holt Homes](https://insights.holthomes.com/author/diana-lal) [Read More](https://insights.holthomes.com/holts-2024-top-floorplans) [Guide](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/guide) [Area Spotlight](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/area-spotlight) [Oregon New Home Communities](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/oregon-new-home-communities) [Buying a new home](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/buying-a-new-home) [new homes](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/new-homes) [Washington New Home Communities](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/washington-new-home-communities) Sep 27. 2023 ## [The Ultimate Guide to Upcoming New Construction Communities in the Pacific Northwest](https://insights.holthomes.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-holts-upcoming-new-home-communities-in-the-pnw) Embrace the Pacific Northwest Lifestyle in a Holt Homes Community Your options for where to put down roots in the Pacific Northwest just got better! The Holt team has been hard at work expanding our catalog of communities to bring a variety of new home options to Oregon and Southwest Washington. Get ready for the unveiling of these exciting neighborhoods, where you’ll discover debut floorplans, scenic locations, and amenities you won’t want to ... author: [Holt Homes](https://insights.holthomes.com/author/diana-lal) [Read More](https://insights.holthomes.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-holts-upcoming-new-home-communities-in-the-pnw) [Style & inspiration](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/style-inspiration) [Homeowner Resources](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/homeowner-resources) [Buying a new home](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/buying-a-new-home) Sep 07. 2023 ## [Top 10 Tips on How to Get to Know Your Neighbors](https://insights.holthomes.com/top-10-tips-for-getting-to-know-your-neighbors-in-your-new-community) Creating Lasting Connections with Your Neighbors Moving into a new home brings many exciting opportunities, but getting to know your neighbors can sometimes feel intimidating. We understand that meeting new people and making a good first impression might seem overwhelming. However, building connections with your neighbors doesn't have to be a stressful experience—it can actually be fun and rewarding, like a neighborhood block party! To help you ... author: [Holt Homes](https://insights.holthomes.com/author/diana-lal) [Read More](https://insights.holthomes.com/top-10-tips-for-getting-to-know-your-neighbors-in-your-new-community) [Guide](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/guide) [Home Maintenance](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/home-maintenance) [Homeowner Resources](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/homeowner-resources) [Buying a new home](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/buying-a-new-home) [appliances](https://insights.holthomes.com/topic/appliances) Jun 15. 2023 ## [A Guide to Holt Home Appliances](https://insights.holthomes.com/a-guide-to-holt-home-applicances) How to Properly Care for Your Home Appliances One of the many great things about moving into a Holt home is getting to enjoy those new, shiny appliances! And while appliances are not covered under your home warranty, most are covered under generous manufacturer warranties and can enjoy a long and prosperous life with the right care. Even better, most appliances don’t require more than a few minutes of routine maintenance to keep them functioning ... author: [Holt Homes](https://insights.holthomes.com/author/diana-lal) [Read More](https://insights.holthomes.com/a-guide-to-holt-home-applicances) - [1](https://insights.holthomes.com/tag/buying-a-new-home/page/1) - [2](https://insights.holthomes.com/tag/buying-a-new-home/page/2) - 3 - [4](https://insights.holthomes.com/tag/buying-a-new-home/page/4) - ... - [6](https://insights.holthomes.com/tag/buying-a-new-home/page/6) ### Subscribe to our blog Stay up-to-date on trends and new home building topics. ### Popular posts 16. May 2025 #### [Things to Do in Bonney La...](https://insights.holthomes.com/things-to-do-in-bonney-lake-washington) 23. July 2025 #### [What to Know About HOAs i...](https://insights.holthomes.com/what-to-know-about-hoas-in-new-construction) 28. 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