Think You Can't Qualify for a New Home? Think Again.

Think You Can’t Qualify for a New Home? Think Again.

on September 12, 2011

Qualifying for a home is more challenging than ever. If you haven’t cleared that hurdle–or have been afraid to try–watch this video. Linda Butterworth is a Pardee Homes Sales Counselor and she tells you about HomewardBound, our step-by-step credit analysis, enhancement and repair program. This program is helping to clear the path to home ownership [...]

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What Does Your Landscaping Say About You?

What Does Your Landscaping Say About You?

on May 10, 2012

Your home–and your landscaping–say something about the type of person you are. Are you structured or free spirited? Traditional or modern? Regardless of personal style, there’s one thing every Southern California yard should say about its homeowner. You care about the environment. And one of the best ways to say that is by planting native [...]

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Watts Up? Kids Can Save Energy and Protect our Planet

Watts Up? Kids Can Save Energy and Protect our Planet

on April 20, 2012

Hybrid cars. Solar panels. Recycling bins. Kids live in a world where ‘green’ has become an important part of our culture. But, it’s never too early to start teaching them how to save energy and protect our planet. Even tots can help. Here are some tips to get started: Enlist a favorite character. Visit the [...]

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Party Like It's Earth Day

Party Like It’s Earth Day!

on April 19, 2012

Earth Day gatherings are a lot more fun when you have a theme. Here’s how you can throw a neighborhood block party to celebrate Earth Day, get to know your neighbors and support the ultimate cause, a healthy planet. Exchange Plants Instead of Cookies. If you like holiday cookie swaps, try a plant swap. Share [...]

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Add Magic to Your Child's Bedroom

Add Magic to Your Child’s Bedroom

on March 14, 2012

Imagination can take you anywhere. And when it’s time to decorate your new home, you’ll want to unleash your inner creativity to include comfort, visual interest and personal touches your whole family can enjoy. That’s especially true in your child’s bedroom. Here are some ways to celebrate his or her unique interests and ingenuity. Paint [...]

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Tips for Organizing Your Home Office

Tips for Organizing Your Home Office

on February 20, 2012

Whether you have a home-based business, telecommute or run a busy household, a key to efficiency and productivity is a well-organized office. Make your work/life details a snap with these tips to get your home office organized. Ready. Set. Go.   Create a designated work area. Experts at HGTV explain that home offices should have [...]

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Holiday Giving is Alive and Well at Pardee Homes

Holiday Spirit is Alive and Well at Pardee Homes

on January 30, 2012

Giving back to the communities where we work and live has been a part of our culture at Pardee Homes for the past 90 years. Nine years ago, we decided to pass on the company holiday party so we could do even more for select charities. Pardee’s financial support combined with employee volunteer hours and [...]

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Pardee Homes Rated Number One in Customer Satisfaction

Pardee Homes Ranked Number One in Customer Satisfaction

on January 19, 2012

Number One. That’s a position every company covets – especially when it comes to customer satisfaction. Not surprisingly, homebuyers have recently rated Pardee Homes’ Inland Empire Division number one in the nationwide Eliant Report’s Key Measurement Scores for Move-in Satisfaction for three consecutive months. To earn a top ranking, you need a quality product. World-class [...]

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New Home? Get Organized without Breaking the Bank

New Home? Get Organized without Breaking the Bank

on January 13, 2012

Start the New Year with a fresh new outlook and a resolution you really can keep! Little steps (can we say bins and baskets?) will go a long way to making big organizational improvements in your home. And who wouldn’t like to find their car keys or cell phone without calling in CSI? The average [...]

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Good News! Higher FHA Loan Limits Reinstated

Good News! Higher FHA Loan Limits Reinstated

on January 10, 2012

On November 18, President Obama signed a bill that reinstates higher limits for Federal Housing Administration-backed mortgages in many markets across the country, including California and certain counties in Nevada. This is good news for homebuyers in all 50 states, since FHA financing supports more than one-third of all home mortgages nationwide. An FHA mortgage [...]

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Building a Green Home: Live Green. Save Green, Too!

Building a Green Home: Live Green. Save Green, Too!

on January 2, 2012

An energy-efficient home costs less to operate than a home without energy saving features. See for yourself what you can save in a green-certified home in our LivingSmart Homes at Fair Oaks Ranch community, backed up by a LivingSmart Environmental Benefits Certificate. Certified Green Professional and Pardee Homes VP Joyce Mason explains what the certificate [...]

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