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Richwoods in Frisco adds a Dog Park to the Development


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Landon Development has made the #1 selling community in Frisco and DFW, Richwoods, better again. For you dog loving people they have added a “Pooch Park” in Harmony Park located on the South East portion of the ring road in Richwoods.

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The picture above does not give the park justice because it is a good size for our furry friends. I would say a baseball field size in the shape of a pizza slice.

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And this will be another FIRST for Frisco as Richwoods will have the first Dog Park!

For more on this beautiful community of Richwoods or available homes or lots text or call Brad Holden at (469) 733-2723.

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Brad Holden – Holden New Homes – Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker

Extreme Cheapskates on TLC comes to Plano, Texas


I was recently featured as the realtor on the show Extreme Cheapskates on TLC. The O’Briens live in Plano and were interested in selling their house.

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First off they had a fence in need of staining or more likely replacing. It was pretty bad.

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They used a water bottle with some holes in it for their shower head. Their living room had a bean bag, futon and some folding chairs. Carpet was really bad with stains and also needed to be stretched.

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Their baseboards needed a lot of cleaning and the kitchen appliances were very outdated.

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The O’Briens were super nice but if they try to put their home on the market in that condition, get ready for low ball offers because that is all that is going to happen!

It was a fun experience though!

Brad Holden – Holden New Homes – Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker

Village Park offers Fantastic Location to Highways and Amenities from the $270’s


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Village Park is located off of Lake Forest and Highway 121. This location is fantastic for not only access to major highways, but also restaurants and movie theaters minutes away.

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Both K Hovnanian and American Legend have beautifully built homes at very affordable prices. K Hovnanian (KHOV) Homes starts around 1,900 square feet in the $270’s and maxes out at 3,485 square feet.

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Village Park is located in the highly acclaimed Allen School District. Lindsey Elementary School is located within the neighborhood is brand new! And Village Park is the most affordable new home community located in Allen ISD.

The standard lot size is oversized with 53 foot wide by 120 foot deep. Also, the build line in the front is 15 feet so the backyard is huge! Tax rate is 2.53.

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The exciting thing for Village Park and K Hovnanian is they have MANY homes that will be available sooner than most neighborhoods. I always hear from new home buyers that they would like to buy and move in a new home in the next 30-45 days and for the last year, it has not been an option due to the high demand and small supply.

And K Hovnanian has a great buyer incentive with hard wood floors and $10,000 for design options. An if you use their lender, they pay $2,000 of your closing costs which is very rare now for new home builders.

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And as you can see from the plat map earlier, K Hovnanian Homes has 13 homes planned to be ready near the beginning of 2014! And that’s only KHOV. That does not include American Legend, David Weekley or Lions Gate.

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And K Hovnanians Cedardale 2 plan is fantastic! It is their model in the community and just works!

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For more info on Village Park or K Hovnanian, American Legend, David Weekley or Lionsgate text or call Brad Holden at (469) 733-2723.

“And don’t forget to ask me about my 4% Total Rebate Program for my clients that purchase a new home in Village Park.”

Brad Holden – Holden New Homes – Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker

K Hovnanian announces 6 new communities in DFW at their Party


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Two nights ago at the Westin Galleria, K Hovnanian Homes (KHOV) threw an appreciation party for realtors, and boy did they throw a party!

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K Hovnanian had a great selection of seafood and meat along with other hot de vours with great desserts and cocktails. They also had a casino night and raffled off prizes.

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But the highlight of the night for me was the announcement of 6 new communities coming up, an two in Frisco one being Liberty Crossing! Below is Jimmy Brownlee Division President of K Hovnanian (KHOV) thanking is an giving the scoop.

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It was a great time had by all!

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For more on K Hovnanian and their new communities in DFW or Frisco text or call me today at (469) 733-2723.

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Brad Holden – Holden New Homes – Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker

K Hovnanian Homes at Richwoods in Frisco has an Oakview 3 Back on the Market!


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I was in a contract yesterday at KHOV and Kim the salesperson let me know about this home.

On one of the best locations in Richwoods, K Hovnanian Homes has an Oakview 3 that is available today!

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The home should be ready in January 2014. It is a 3,967 square foot with 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths.

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It has a beautiful open floor plan from the entry to the kitchen and family room. Almost the entire first floor has wood already down. Study is to the left and has great molding both high and low.

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Kitchen has upgraded features and will have a upgraded backsplash and granite.

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Upstairs a large game room and more secondary bedrooms.

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Here’s the best part, the price. The home was originally contracted around $505,000. Right now it has been decreased to $489,990. And then again to $479,990.

I would say you could offer $467,000 and get pretty close! Again, that is what I am recommending on an offer!

Best deal in Richwoods today!

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Call or text me today at (469) 733-2723 for more info on this KHOV home or lot availability for new builds at Richwoods in Frisco.

Brad Holden – Holden New Homes – Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker

Shaddock Homes Holiday Party Last Night at the home of Peter Shaddock


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Last night my wife and I attended the Shaddock Homes holiday party at the home of the owner of Shaddock Homes, Peter Shaddock.

The party started with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the beautiful old world style home.

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I did get some one on one time with Peter Shaddock and he mentioned the most important features when building a house.

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#1. Staircase

He said that it is very important to have a unique staircase when you walk through the front door.

#2. Sight-Lines

When designing the layout, make sure there are sight-lines that allow you to see into other rooms.

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#3. Wide Hallways

Most hallways are around 3 feet to help maximize room size, but Peter says that you need a minimum 4 feet for hallways that will help with sight lines and never make you feel boxed in.

And it all makes perfect sense!

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For more info on Shaddock Homes in Frisco text or call Brad Holden today at (469) 733-2723 for more information on available lots, homes or communities.

Brad Holden – Holden New Homes – Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker

Update on McSpedden Elementary inside Lawler Park in Frisco


Drove by McSpedden Elementary site today inside Lawler Park and WOW!!! They are moving at an extremely fast pace!

I spoke to an official from FISD and the plans right now are to be ready July 1st.

For more info on Lawler Park in Frisco text or call Brad Holden at (469) 733-2723.

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Brad Holden – Holden New Homes – Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker

The Arbors at Willow Bay in Frisco has 5 Available Homes by American Legend and Highland Homes that will be able to close by March 2014


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American Legend Homes and Highland Homes currently have 5 Available homes that will be ready from today through March 2014. The smallest is 2,957 square feet and currently priced at $435,990, (before buyer incentive and my client rebate). The largest is at 4,210 square feet and priced at $494,990.

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For more info on American Legend Homes at The Arbors at Willow Bay in Frisco and my 4% Total Rebate text or call Brad Holden today at (469) 733-2723.

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Brad Holden – Holden New Homes – Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker

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Independence High School in Frisco Update


Independence High School in Frisco is nearing completion.

The address will be 10555 Independence Parkway. It will open as a 4A school next fall with ninth, tenth and eleventh graders and will offer varsity team sports in its first year.

Independence will help relieve Centennial, Heritage and Liberty high schools, all of which are currently near or above capacity.

All three high schools received additions in recent years and now accommodate 300 more students or up to 2,100 students at each campus.

Independence High School currently in the preliminary student zoning recently released from the city has the following communities zoned for Independence: Richwoods, Lawler Park, Cypress Creek, The Arbors at Willow Bay, Stonelake Estates West, Villages of Stonelake, Stonelake Estates East, Craig Ranch with Liberty Crossing in the air.

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Call or text Brad Holden today at (469) 733-2723 for more info regarding new home communities or builders in Frisco.

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Brad Holden – Holden New Homes – Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker

Toll Brothers at Richwoods in Frisco has spec home come back on the Market!


Toll Brothers in Richwoods has an available Vallagio Floorplan on a corner lot in the Country that is available to move in Mid February! The original buyer made it very nice inside and it totals around 5,000 square feet. It is listed at $725,990.

Also, Toll Brothers has released 8 lots and can take 2 more deposits for Richwoods Meadows.

For the bottom line price or if you would like to take a look, text or call Brad Holden today at (469) 733-2723.

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Brad Holden – Holden New Homes – Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker