Shaddock Homes at Lexington Country in Frisco is Gated and has 6 homes with insane discounts!

Aug6

I found some good ones today. Take a look.

Shaddock Homes at Lexington has 6 available homes ready to go. They range from 2,966 square feet up to 3,973 square feet.

Are they bad homes? Nope, not at all. Top notch local luxury builder that puts in all the upgrades a buyer wants in Lexington a gated community with homes over the 1 Million dollar mark in Frisco.

“So then you ask me why are they still available if they are so wonderful Brad?”

Fair question, I truly feel that for the past 1.5 years, all DFW has been hearing about so many large companies relocating to Plano and Frisco, the builders wanted to be ahead of the curve. So what they did is ramp up the inventory!

Now are they relocating? Yes, but it’s at a much slower pace than what was initially thought. This has caused the inventory to rise all over Frisco. And this is a great opportunity for you,the new home buyer, to get their bottom line deal!

Above you can see their 6 inventory homes in Lexington the Gated community, and I have some more good news. Those already marked down prices can even move lower if you decide to be my client. I will make sure you get their bottom line on any of the inventory homes with my builder negotiations.

I do have to highlight my favorite one from Shaddock. This plan is called the 5245-A. It sits at 3,911 square feet started pricing at $697,740 and now its down to $649,000. With my negotiations and if a client uses my rebate program, that Home would significantly be lower in price.

It has a beautiful wowing spiral staircase in the front and the executive chef kitchen shows a clean line look.

6 cook burner top is very very high end and the tile colors and accents almost make it look like a model home.

Remember, you can build this identical home on your own lot and wait 9 months and pay $697,740. Or you can move in tomorrow, and pay about $100,000 less with my rebates and using me as your representative.

These are a deal and Shaddock wants them sold. So if you have any additional questions or want to tour the Lexington Neighborhood and the other builders, text or call Brad Holden today at (469)733-2723.

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

Drees Homes at the Canals at Grand Park in Frisco Closing-Out in the Estate Lots.

Aug6

Drees Homes at the Canals at Grand Park in Frisco has 15 lots left with 4 inventory homes coming up.

Their model is called the Brayden and is the most unique models I have walked into.

The Brayden plan starts at 3,951 square feet and can go up to 4,088 square feet. They call this style “Farmhouse” which is built with hardie board that is concrete based.

Above is an extra bedroom, kitchen and bathroom with walk in closet that is built above the garage! Very, very nice touch from Drees in this day and age.

Drees is also running a nice promotion by locking in your interest rate for 210 days! That’s the longest I have ever seen. (See below)

Prices start in the high $500’s and considering the incredible location ,close to the Tollroad and Main, it’s a very good opportunity to build a new custom home in Frisco.

For more on the Canals at Grand Park Estate lots with Drees Custom Homes in Frisco, text or call Brad Holden today at (469)733-2723.

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

What is the difference between PID taxes vs. MUD taxes in developments in Texas?

Aug6

PID vs. MUD has been coming up a lot lately from my clients.

In rural area developments in Texas like Mustang Lakes and Lilyana, new buyers will hear the terms PID and MUD.

Mustang Lakes in Celina.

“The purpose for these “special assessments” is to fund new infrastructure to the development when the standard tax base alone is insufficient.”

MUD Taxes, or Municipal Utility District assessments, and PID Taxes, or Public Improvement District assessments are above the standard property taxation.

MUD taxes have no expiration date! They will stay with the Home from one owner to the next. As more homes are constructed in MUD districts, MUD taxes can decrease or be eliminated over time. But that rarely happens.

PIDs, unlike the tax rates for MUDs, are fixed once the bonds are sold.  This means a homeowner will know the annual assessment bill at closing.  PID assessments can be paid in full up front, versus prorating year by year during the years the PID is active. PID’s have a set time and can run out on a specific date.

Mustang Lakes and Lilyana, both are communities with PID assessments or MUD taxes, have slightly lower home pricing to reflect the added tax burden. Some developments eliminate PIDs and MUDs all together by adding the expense on to their lots.

At the rate the Prosper-Celina area is growing, there is an overage cost for new infrastructure that does not have a sufficient tax base to fund development.

Currently there are more than 900 municipal utility districts in Texas. They are not uncommon and also should not be a reason for buyers to choose a different community just because of them. New home buyers just need to be informed and educated about it.

There is one advantage for these taxes strangely. Both MUD taxes and PID assessments are tax deductible! So in a way, they really don’t affect your bottom line.

“For more on the newest developments in Frisco, Prosper or Celina like Mustang Lakes and Lilyana, text or call Brad Holden today at (469)733-2723.”

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

Plantation Homes at Trinity Falls in McKinney giving a $30,000 incentive for this month!

Aug5

Plantation Homes at Trinity Falls in McKinney has an incredible $30,000 incentive! That may not seem like a big deal because of the normal price points we highlight but these homes are in the low $400’s!

Plantation currently has 6 Inventory homes available for immediate move-in!

The model home has a lot of requirements most buyers are looking for when choosing their new home.

Most builders in this price point take short cuts but the quality of the Plantation Home can really be seen while walking through the model.

Trinity Falls is HUGE! Like 2,000 acres HUGE! And that developer incorporated 450 acres of it as OPEN SPACE!

I drove over a bridge and there popped up this gorgeous lake. And this is just 1 of 5 lakes!

There is also a very unique neighborhood feature. Colorful metal butterflies are strategically placed throughout the development in the green space like below.

Trinity Falls also has a dog park, 2 Amenity centers planned (and most likely more),4 schools planned within the community, a tricycle racetrack, splash pads, hike and bike trails and catch and release for fishing on the lakes.

Plantation Homes is also running a promotion for new home buyers to not pay electricity for the entire first year! Sounds great to me!

For more on Trinity Falls and Plantation Homes in McKinney, call or text Brad Holden at (469)733-2723.

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

Introducing Perry Homes at Lilyana in Prosper ISD

Aug5

Perry Homes has just put up their sales trailer and are starting Pre-sales at Lilyana.

Adding to Lilyanas list of luxury builders there is Perry Homes, Highland Homes, David Weekley Homes, Village Builders and American Legend Homes.

Lilyana is a huge masterplanned development and still in its first phase.

“But Brad, why would I buy in Lilyana vs. Mustang Lakes?”

Good question. When comparing the two on the “PID/MUD” issue, Lilyana is only a PID, so in the long run it will go away.

As for Mustang Lakes, they have a MUD and that stays attached to the house forever.

Enough about PID/MUD talk, Perry Homes is from Houston and has started building here in DFW under the Britton Homes name and now bringing in Perry Homes.

Perry has over 300 floorplans that you can build, which is absolutely a crazy feat just to make it through them.

Perry Homes has inventory homes already planned and are building in the 60 foot wide lots with David Weekley. In the 50’s you have Highland and Village Builders and in the 74’s you have American Legend and Village Builders.

All 5 builders are top notch quality and that will make for an absolutely gorgeous community.

Side note: American Legend has a 3,400 square foot 1 story model that is laid out so well for one floor. See below.

“Lilyana has a lot going on with the amount of builders so feel free to call or text Brad Holden at (469)733-2723 for a tour of the development or a sit down discussing all the builders options.”

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

MI Homes at Heatherwood in McKinney selling their Model!

Aug5

MI Homes at Heatherwood is closing out their final lots and are selling their stunning gorgeous model!

You can feel the quality walking in from the baseboards, trim pieces and all the way up to the ceiling of the two story entry.

The plan definitely is functional and really feels like there is not any wasted space.

MI Homes also has 10 inventory homes ready ranging from now up to around April of 2019. A couple are large one story homes.

What I like about these lots is the location with the large green-space behind most of their homes. They are also walking distance to the Prosper ISD elementary school.

The home below is almost complete and on a MASSIVE oversized lot with a 5 bedroom, 4 bath and 3 car garage. Currently its priced at $524,990, but for the lot size and amenities it’s a steal!

Most of the homes will be in the mid $400’s, which is a great opportunity for the luxury.

For more on Heatherwood by MI Homes, text or call Brad Holden today at (469)733-2723.

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

Low $300’s AND Prosper ISD with Megatel Homes at Bloomridge.

Aug5

I always get questions about more affordable new homes with great schools. Here you go!

Bloomridge by Megatel Homes is a perfect setting for a new home with an affordable price with fantastic schools.

The community falls in Prosper ISD. Megatel Homes builds from 1,631 square feet up to 3,391 square feet.

A community pool and amenity Center is in the works as well.

Megatel Homes currently has 7 available inventory homes ready for move in today.

Prices begin in the $200,000’s! For 2018, that’s just unreal!

For more on Megatel Homes at Bloomridge with Prosper ISD schools, or for a tour of the community, text or call Brad Holden today at (469)733-2723.

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

Coo Coo’s in Plano is a Blow-Up Slide Oasis!

Aug4

Coo Coo’s in Plano is a place where kids can come and go COOCOO!!!

It is a unique bounce house/slide facility that is designed for open play, as well as fabulous birthday parties.

The entrance is very deceiving. But open the door and all you see is color and blowups in around 50,000 square feet of space.

The check in is by some vending machines. You will need to sign a waiver for your children to be let loose in the madness.

Hours of Operation

Sunday through Thursday: 10am to 6pm

Friday and Saturday: 10am to 9pm

Pricing

Walk-in open play

All Day (open to close)

4 years and older $8.00/person (no re-entry)

3 years and younger $5.00/person (no re-entry)

FRIDAY NIGHT FUN

Starts at 5pm

$6.00/per person (no re-entry)

They do have individual games that use tokens if the kiddos get tired of sliding and climbing.

This place is perfect for ages 4 and up. 3 might be to small to climb up the ladders and the slides are super tall, so they also might get scared at the top.

There is also like a battle tent that has balls and basketball goals and soccer goals. It pretty full with both adults and kids so it has some value.

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PRICING FOR BIRTHDAY PARTIES IS AS FOLLOWS:

Weekday Party – (Monday-Thursday)

Table Party: $199.99

Room Party: $249.99

Weekend Party – (Friday-Sunday)

Table Party: $224.99

Room Party: $274.99

Additional Guests $12.00 Per Guest

BIRTHDAY PARTY INCLUDES

  1. Use of a party host
  2. 1 bottle of water for each participant
  3. Table in your party area with tablecloth, plates and tableware
  4. Ten tokens per guest
  5. Option to bring your own cake (must have a reservation)
  6. Up to 15 guests (includes birthday child)
  7. Additional Guests $12 Per Guest
  • Overall, CooCoos in Plano is an excellent HUGE colorful very inexpensive outing for a couple hours. Two thumbs up from Brad!
  • My beautiful wife Missy and boys, Jake and Jax.
  • BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

    • The Grove in Frisco is full of Amenities.

    Aug4

    The Grove at Frisco has opened to pre-sales for American Legend Homes, Highland Homes, Southgate Homes and Drees Homes.

    But for now, the amenities there really stand out and are going to have a big impact on The Grove. Above is a padded turf area inside the Orchard House which is the Amenity Center for the development.

    The Orchard House is a modern farmhouse with a cafe and bakery, Fitness Center, Meeting Room, Great Lawn with Pavillion and Playground, Pools and a splash pad.

    The pools are really cool as a step down separates the two by a waterfall! There is also connected grills for parties and gatherings at the pool.

    On top of the amenity Center, the city of Frisco has 8 acres planned in the Grove for a city park. The playgrounds are nature inspired and really adds a beautiful touch replacing the normal green metal structures.

    Add in above a very large dog park and below with a perfect kiddie size soccer field.

    Current plans are 25 acres of open space including 5 parks! In the city park area plans are also for a catch and release lake.

    The developer did a great job making sure that the Grove will definitely have outdoor amenities that every other community lacks.

    They are actually also constructing a “Hammock Park” which is seen below and is a really cool feature you do not see in luxury communities in Frisco.

    There will be 4.5 miles with even more planned.

    Builders

    All 4 builders are selling a lot!

    Above is an updated list that the developer passed along to me, but it changes every day and every hour.

    There is one home complete that I REALLY like a lot!

    This Highland Home is a 4 bedroom, 3 full baths and 2 half baths. It’s 4,116 square feet.

    What I really like is the media room is off the kitchen living room on the FIRST FLOOR! It’s smart and very functional!

    There is a beautiful planning desk strategically placed in the hallway going to the master bedroom. The kitchen has a gorgeous waterfall island and the Master Bedroom has a huge extension.

    It’s definitely a great home and ready today. It is priced at $758,525, but you will be SHOCKED at what their bottom line is! Call me if you have any interest at taking a look.

    American Legend has these two above that are also ready to go as well!

    For more on the Grove at Frisco or Highland Homes, American Legend Homes, Southgate Homes or Drees Homes text or call Brad Holden at (469)733-2723.

    BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

    Omni Frisco at The Star Review as the First Guests!

    Aug4

    Omni Frisco at The Star Jax Holden was the first guest at the Frisco Omni at The Star.

    My four year old loves hotels, so I surprised him, his brother and their mom by staying the first night the Omni Frisco at The Star opened on July 24th, 2017.


    We arrived to 5 valet drivers on the East side of the building. As we walked in, a lady bent down to Jax and gave him the “Omni Kids Crew” backpack above with a lot of kid activities inside.


    Check in was not until 1:00pm, so the Omni stored our luggage and we decided to eat lunch at Neighborhood Services Frisco which is on the first floor and acts as the Omni Hotels room service. 

    Neighborhood Services Frisco is an American food restaurant by chef Nick Badovinus.  This is the 4th location in DFW.


    The restaurant features his signature self-described fare, “honest food & drink in the American tradition.”  This has many nice touches to highlight the Dallas Cowboys in the decor.


    At our booth, there was a makeshift locker with Staubach, Dorsett and Randy White uniforms and memorabilia.


    They also incorporate the rustic Texas feel with ropes, hats and other western ware items. 

    Lunch Menu at Neighborhood Services offers a large lunch menu but is also pricey. (Which is understandable.)

    Neighborhood Services offers both indoor and outdoor dining that is accessible from the hotel or street. You’ll experience a refined and modern rustic design paired with upscale comfort food.

    THE ROOM

    We had a corner suite and a connecting double queen room for the boys. Rooms were ultra modern and had a great touch of the Cowboys and comfort throughout.

    Definitely a two thumbs up! 👍🏻 👍🏻

    Get out to the Star! Omni and Jerry Jones did it right!

    Jerry Jones and Brad Holden at the announcement of The Star.

    BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER