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Most families think that once they have kids they have to buy a house with a backyard for the kids. However, more and more families are choosing to raise their kids in a condo. With so many benefits, a condo can be a blessing. Is it right for your family? Lifestyle, values, location and many…

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Scottsdale is a large suburban city of the Phoenix-metropolitan area. South and Central Scottsdale consist of more established neighborhoods, Historic Old Town, Fashion Square Mall, and it’s where Porchlight Homes’ newest craft neighborhood is located. North Scottsdale is the area north of Shea Boulevard, which is home to the DC Ranch,  and Grayhawk neighborhoods. If…

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Deciding to move is a big decision for any family to make. But how do you decide if you’re ready to own a home? Imagine a single-family detached home with a big backyard, beautiful trees, your own personal garage, and a neighborhood that makes you feel at home. Now, think about who is going to…

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How would you decorate your brand new home for the holidays? Would your house be the brightest one on the block? Or do you like to use more subtle decor that doesn’t overtake your home’s design? Either way, bring on the popcorn string and dancing Santas because the holidays are right around the corner.    …

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Getting to know a neighborhood that you could potentially call home takes research and lots and lots of visits. From the initial drive-by to a more thorough walk around the streets, choosing a new home is about more than how it looks, but also how it makes you feel. However, knowing where to look when…

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A new construction home has a number of advantages that would make any buyer turn their head. While older homes can invoke a sense of nostalgia for the past, the maintenance and upkeep required are ultimately impractical. See why brand-new homes are so popular, and why you shouldn’t wait to capitalize on the opportunity of…

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Building the house of your dreams is a true testament to working together as a couple. Building a home is different than buying a previously owned home. You get to choose design, layout, and architectural features that give your home a custom feel from the ground up. On average, building a home takes about six…

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Porchlight Homes is in process to purchase part of Desert Place at Morrison Ranch. See what this means for your community and the benefits of this rezoning.

Located in the heart of Scottsdale, Porchlight Homes welcomes you to Hudson East, a modern craft condominium neighborhood replete with soaring ceiling heights and spacious floor plans thoughtfully designed for your unique lifestyle. We look forward to helping you explore the endless possibilities this ideal location offers when you visit our model homes.   Thinking…

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There’s a reason why the Verrado real estate market is booming. With a quaint small-town feel, the Verrado neighborhood continues to attract families who want to live in a smaller community with entertainment and amenities right outside their doorstep. Some of the many reasons why people love living at Verrado include location, parks, schools, and…

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Nobody likes moving day, but better packing will help the day run a little smoother. Whether you’re the family that waits until the night before or you’re already planning two months out, these pro packing tips are sure to take the edge off when the moving truck arrives.    Top Pro Packing Tips    Bookstores…

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When making a big decision, comparing prices is often the first step in our research. Home buying is no different. Whether you’re buying a house or a condo, things like location, layout, and finishes make a difference, but price is the biggie.    The Porchlight Homes team is working diligently on our new Hudson East…

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When you’re looking for a new home, many experts will tell you that location should be at the top of your wish list. While this is absolutely true–and the reason why Porchlight Homes neighborhoods are located in ideal Arizona cities–we are also big proponents of community and neighborly camaraderie.    According to a recent article,…

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Those who have lived in the Valley of the Sun for a while know that the only way to happily make it through an Arizona summer is to stay inside. Staying home is certainly an option. We’re all about family game nights! But you’ll start to go a little stir crazy if you don’t mix…

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Summer birthdays, long weekends, 4th of July, and hot temperatures. All great reasons to host a pool party at your house. When entertaining, having a theme is a great way to create a flow of the event. Once you decide on the theme, the food ideas seem to flow from there. Not to mention, the…

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Can we let you in on a little secret? The Porchlight Homes team LOVES to entertain outdoors. How could we not when we live in a place with such beautiful weather, right? Even in 90-something-degree heat, hosting friends and family over for an al fresco dinner is one of our favorite things. Especially if there’s…

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If you’ve been seeing a lot more houses for sale in your neighborhood recently, you might be wondering if there’s a memo that you missed. In our experience, buying or selling a home happens in waves.

A new build home offers the chance to personalize your dream home, but how do you choose the best community? Porchlight Homes’ craft neighborhoods offer the charm and tranquility of a vibrant, established community rich in heritage, with the appeal of a small neighborhood.

Your beloved pup curled up on the couch. A delicious dinner cooking in your beautifully crafted kitchen. Board games stacked on the coffee table ready for neighborhood game night. When you think of your dream home, what does that vision look like?

If you’re reading this, you might be wondering what inspired Porchlight Homes to write a blog post about pet proofing your home? Is there a backstory? Did someone’s dog get into the trash or devour the throw pillows?

We love getting to know the families in our communities. We’ve met a lot of you over the years and have loved seeing your families grow. Nothing makes us happier! But we were thinking, do you know anything about us? We thought we’d share a few of the quirks from the Porchlight Homes executive team….

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If you’re like us, you look forward to doing something fun after a long week of working hard. Friday and Saturday nights are popular date nights for Porchlight Homes families. Going to dinner and a movie every date night can get expensive. We’ve come up with a few date night ideas that you can do at home. The best part? Some of them are free!

Every Porchlight Home is built with genuine care and personal touch, but our homes don’t reach their full potential until a family moves in. That’s because every family adds their personal design touch.

If you’re a parent, you’re probably akin to the daily stresses of raising kids. You know the drill. Packing the lunchbox with nut-free “peanut butter” and banana sandwiches with no crust, cut in triangles and chilled at just the right temperature. You are mom or dad of the year if you’ve made it through the day without a lunchtime tantrum.

“Don’t sacrifice the good for the perfect.”   Easier said than done, right? You have a brand new home and you want to show it off to all your friends! It must be perfect.   It’s easy to get caught up in the quest for perfection, but we’re here to remind you that you really…

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Besides the beautiful weather and friendly people, one of the best things about the Phoenix area is the local restaurants. There’s no shortage of trendy and unique restaurants near our Porchlight Homes communities, but we’ve narrowed it down to our current favorites. If you’re new to the area or looking for a new place to…

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Looking for some fun holiday crafts to make with your kids? These five DIY holiday decorations are easy to make with both little and big kids. Make these at home and add a handmade touch to your tree and gifts this year.     Reindeer Jingle Sticks     Make these fun reindeer sticks with…

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Ready for some holiday family fun? We are too! It’s never too early to start planning your holiday family activities. There’s so much to do in Phoenix this holiday season including ice skating, Santa photos in a train car, tree lightings, holiday hotel packages, and even s’mores by the fire.   We compiled our favorite…

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When buying a home for the first time, there are a lot of unknowns.   How much money can I spend?   Should I hire a real estate agent?   Will the new neighborhood be safe?   When can I move in?   It’s important to note that you’re not alone. In fact, there was…

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Bringing a new baby home from the hospital and welcoming them into your home is a momentous occasion. From that moment on your world is filled with firsts. The first time your baby smiles back at you. The first tiny yawn. The first successful tummy time. The first time he or she sleeps through the…

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For many of our new homeowners, they most look forward to decorating their home after they move in. If you’re designing or redesigning your home, here are some of our favorite home décor trends to watch for in 2019.   Warm Neutral Color Palette   Cavern Clay is the Sherwin-Williams 2019 Color of the Year….

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Ready to start designing the interior of your home? Take this quiz to find your personal home design style.   If your home were to transport you to your dream oasis, what would that look like?   a. A ritzy museum in Paris b. On the beach c. Wide open ranchland d. A comfy bed…

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Loving your home to its fullest is our dream goal. That’s why we’re in this business. We create beautifully designed homes with the personal touch of family. You create beautiful family memories. And so the cycle goes.   We know that every family functions differently. Some thrive in chaos. Some like everything in its place….

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Did I forget to close the garage door?   Did I lock the back door?   Will my kids be safe home alone after school?   These are common questions for any new homeowner. Feeling comfortable and secure in your home is very important to us. That’s why we’re sharing some tips for equipping your…

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If the good-weather seasons in Arizona were written like a children’s storybook, it would go a little something like this:   Good morning, sun. You keep us cheery and bright.   Good afternoon, javelina family. Are you the culprit for my messy yard?   Goodnight, moon. You’re the perfect spotlight for my saguaro.   We…

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At Porchlight, we take pride in cultivating a seamless transition to our craft neighborhoods. Your new home is brought to life with genuine care and a personal touch. Imagine a space where new neighbors gather for a meet-and-greet block party, trick-or-treaters come out in full Halloween tradition, and you discover the ideal home for your…

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You know when you’re touring a model home and you think, “Why can’t my home look like this?” Well, we’re here to tell you that it can! Sort of.   The thing about model homes is that they haven’t been loved and lived in. Every Porchlight Home is built with genuine care and personal touch,…

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Finding the perfect location to call home. What an undertaking. On the other hand, what a blessing.   A new build home offers the chance to personalize your dream home, but how do you choose the best community? If you’ve narrowed your search down to the Phoenix area, allow us to be the first to…

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Buying a new build home has many advantages. For one, you don’t have to negotiate with the previous homeowner who has an emotional tie to the home. You can also customize finishes and paint colors and add extra storage. Plus, you get to move into a neighborhood where everyone is new.   On the other…

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The kids have picked out their new rooms and you’re officially dreaming of the recipes you’ll cook in your new luxury kitchen. The anticipation of moving into a new house is all too real. After you’ve picked out your lot and approved the floor plan, the natural next question is, “When can we move in?”…

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Part of the Arizona desert lifestyle is enjoying beautiful weather nearly six months out of the year. At Porchlight Homes, we love that we get to create homes where the backyard space is just as important as the indoor space. Are you already dreaming of having an iced tea on the patio while your husband…

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Ask any new homebuyer about the home building process and they’ll probably tell you it was overwhelming. At Porchlight Homes, the journey to a new home in Eastpoint or Lazy Day Manor is anything but. There may be some difficult moments along the way – tile choices alone could send anyone into a tailspin –…

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For many families, home buying is an emotional journey. With kids in tow and expectations high, the search for a new place to fit your family’s lifestyle is no easy feat. But the moment when you walk in the front door and start mentally hanging family photos on the walls and arranging your living room…

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“5 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home” Organize and Streamline Inexpensive plastic bins in multiple sizes help to organize snacks on your pantry shelves, children’s toys in a playroom, toiletries in a bathroom, and odds & ends in your garage. Safety Check Check the batteries in your fire alarm/carbon monoxide detectors. Shrink Your Bills Porchlight…

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10. Location. Location. Location. North Central Phoenix is the hidden Gem of the valley. 9. High Energy Efficiency: 14 SEER AC units and Spray Foam Insulation. 8. Close-Knit Community of only 6 homesites. 7. Storage Space and 3-car Garages. 6. Spacious Kitchen and Great Rooms: Entertaining will be no problem when you have this much space to…

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This exclusive property is located in North Central Phoenix at 15th Avenue and Myrtle and only 2 of 6 lots remain so act quickly! It is less than a 20 minute drive to Downtown Phoenix, several art and children’s museums, Chase Field and Talking Stick Resort Arena, fantastic restaurants, shopping destinations, beautiful golf courses, Gammage…

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Are you one of those people who take down Christmas decorations on December 26th or do you hold out until after New Years? Regardless of which party you fall in with, we’ve put together a list of tips to make life a little easier.   CHRISTMAS LIGHTS: Proper rolling and storage will save you big…

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10. Location. Location. Location: Northeast Mesa in the beautiful desert with easy access to the 202 Red Mountain Freeway. 9. High Energy Efficiency: Energy Star V3 Certified Homes 8. Close-Knit Neighborhood: Each location is chosen carefully with thoughtful consideration for the number of homes to be built. 7. Up to a 5 Car Garage: Say…

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Desert Landscapes and Wide Open Spaces 2700-4000 square foot plans 12,000+ square foot homesites 3-5 car garages 10′ ceilings Granite countertops and large pantries Paver drives and walkways Whirlpool Gold appliances with standard GAS cooktop Energy Star V3 Certified New Homes Exciting new community located in desirable Desert Uplands of northeast Mesa. This gated community…

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We know that there are a lot of considerations to be made when purchasing a home, and one of them is the community surrounding your neighborhood. Being involved in your surrounding community is what makes it great! Corte Reseda is located near Downtown Chandler and some of their fall activities will have you excited and…

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Stay tuned for the Corte Reseda Grand Opening! Thoughtful floor plans with outstanding included features. Open cell FOAM insulation in walls and ceiling Granite kitchen countertops with abundant prep areas GE stainless steel appliance package 9′ ceilings on 1st and 2nd floor Energy Star V3 Certified New Homes WiFi enabled programmable thermostats Don’t miss this…

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With proper care, the beauty and utility of your cabinets will last for many years. They are like furniture, so use appropriate furniture care techniques and products on your cabinets. Avoid the use of lemon type polish on your cabinets, as continued use may cause a yellowish tint to the finish. Wood is a natural…

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In today’s competitive real estate market, buying a new home has become more beneficial than ever. Here are the top five benefits of buying a new home rather than a used one: 1. Warranties Unlike a used home where all of the appliances and products have been used and might need to be repaired or…

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Porchlight Homes is pleased to announce our  newest development – Corte Reseda, a single-family residential development that will be located on the northwest corner of Germann Road and Arrowhead Drive. This south Chandler neighborhood will border an array of walking and biking trails and will be close to golf, shopping, restaurants and more. The charming…

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We’re thrilled to announce our newest Porchlight Homes community – 200 East! Located in the heart of the North Central Phoenix at 2nd Street and Georgia Avenue, an area known for its charm and heritage, 200 East will consist of 8 private luxury homes within a cul-de-sac. These lots will be approximately 10,000 square feet each and three floor plans…

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Tips for Maintaining your Patio Furniture Whether you purchased the finest patio furniture that money can buy, or if you chose an affordable yet reliable set, you’d probably like it to last for a long time. Without taking good care of your patio furniture though, it could rapidly start showing its age. In addition to…

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Homeowner Maintenance Guidelines & Tips for Appliances Performing regular maintenance of ovens and ranges will extend their life and keep them operating at maximum efficiency. Your pocket book will benefit as well with lower energy consumption, greater reliability and less repairs. By following these maintenance practices you’ll reap all of these benefits. OVENS AND RANGES …

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(an excerpt from NorthCentral News. You can view the entire article here.) Porchlight Homes Porchlight Homes recently broke ground on the model for its new luxury home gated community, dubbed Claremont Estates, located on 5.5 acres at 7th Avenue just south of Maryland Avenue. The property is best known in the neighborhood as belonging to…

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There is plenty of summertime fun to be had in Gilbert, even when the temperatures begin to hit the triple digits. Gilbert summer activities range from children’s camps to adult outings, outdoor screenings, festivals, and day camps. The Higley Pointe neighborhood comes to life with summer activities.   Children Under the Age of 5 Every…

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Everyone wants a house to call a home. Where their family will be comfortable, safe, secure, and near all the amenities that make life better and easier. Where are such homes found? In Porchlight communities. Our homes are different than what you’ll typically find. Here’s how: Quality: Top on the list of what most people…

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Homeowner Maintenance Guidelines & Tips for Your Refrigerator and Freezer Performing regular maintenance of household appliances will extend their life and keep them operating at maximum efficiency. Your pocket book will benefit as well with lower energy consumption, greater reliability and less appliance repairs. By following these maintenance practices you’ll reap all of these benefits. REFRIGERATORS AND FREEZERS …

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Mesa, Arizona is a vibrant city where something interesting is always happening! Here are some June 2015 events around the Leawood community that you might be interested in: All Shook Up: In Mesa between June 9 to July 18 is a guitar playing roustabout inspired and featuring songs by Elvis Presley like ‘Jailhouse Rock’, ‘Heartbreak…

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