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Oct 02. 2024

New Neighborhood, New School: Tips For an Easy Transition

Settling into a New Neighborhood and School Change is constant, and it sure can be hard sometimes! If this was the summer you made a big move into your new Holt Home, you’ve already done your fair share of adapting. Meeting the neighbors, finding your new favorite coffee shop, and plotting the quickest routes to the grocery store, gym and your job are just some of the pivots you’ve made. You might have loved this experience, or loathed it, but ...

Jul 11. 2024

How to Prepare Children for a Move

FROM MAKING THE DECISION TO BUY A NEW HOME TO ORGANIZING THE FINAL UNPACKING - DISCOVER EFFECTIVE WAYS TO PREP YOUR CHILDREN FOR A MOVE. Moving to a new home is a balancing act of excitement and challenges, especially for children. We know that your best experience comes from them having their best possible move. Making the transition fun for children doesn’t have to be a dreaded battle. We’ve put together these tips to cover everything from how ...

Jun 25. 2024

An Easy Guide for Building the Perfect Backyard for Your Next BBQ

Make your next backyard gathering a breeze with this guide. The return of outside dining season is upon us with sunny days and longer evenings inviting you to enjoy your patio. Food just seems to taste better outside, and nothing beats sharing your culinary creations with guests in the relaxing atmosphere of your own backyard. When buying a new home, the outside space can play as important a role as what’s inside. So it’s no surprise that buyers ...

May 04. 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Transforming Extra Space into a Home Gym

Celebrating Health and Wellness in Your New Home Today is National Fitness Day! Let's dive into why we're celebrating fitness—the benefits are endless. According to the CDC, getting into a fitness routine can do wonders for your overall health. We're talking about boosting your mental and emotional well-being, lowering the risk of diseases, and even making your bones and muscles stronger. Plus, you get that post-workout glow! But hey, we get it. ...

May 01. 2024

7 Essential Tips for Starting a Thriving Backyard Garden This Season

How to Start a Garden in Your Backyard & Patio If fall and winter beckon you to enjoy plenty of cozy nesting indoors, then spring and summer beg you to get outside and make the most of your backyard or patio. Have you started your garden yet? Now’s the time to get those hands in the dirt! But before you start digging, spend even a penny at the nursery, or put any plants in the ground consider these tips to make sure you enjoy a bountiful ...

Sep 07. 2023

Top 10 Tips on How to Get to Know Your Neighbors

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 ...