A new school year is on its way as the summer holidays wind down. And with the cooler nights and fuller schedules, it’s time to start planning for the fall. Is your child changing school districts this year? Or starting in a new classroom? Chances are, you need a back-to-school checklist. We’re here to help your household stay organized through this seasonal transition! Get our simple prep ideas for the most-used spaces in your home during the school year and send your kid back to school on the right foot. Get Ahead of School District Changes First things first! Get to know the school district your child is attending this fall. If you are new to your area, brush up…

With low home inventory and competitive sale prices, many are wondering—is now the right time to buy a home? Our preferred lending partner, Hixon Mortgage, weighs in, answering the top-of-mind question: Is the housing market going to crash? From navigating mortgage rates to understanding available financing programs, Hixon’s housing market predictions are here to help you make informed decisions.  What to expect from the current housing market When sensational headlines abound, it can be easy to get caught up in the uncertainty of the moment. And asking yourself if the housing market is going to crash is reasonable in an ever-changing mortgage landscape. But based on housing market predictions from our expert lending partners, there are plenty of reasons to…

Summer. There’s nothing quite as perfect as an outdoor movie night under lantern lights in the park or backyard. Think of the possibilities! Spending time with friends and neighbors, circling the kids up on a picnic blanket with their favorite snacks, and taking advantage of those slow, warm nights. With the right technology and a bit of backyard magic, you can transform your outdoor space into a movie experience to remember! Open Spaces That Are Perfect for Outdoor Movie Night  Let’s start with the basics. A cozy outdoor movie theater includes all the right elements, including the perfect space. Ideally, it could be your own backyard. But if that space isn’t big enough, you’ll need another large open area, ideally…

Designing a home that reflects you and your lifestyle is an exciting process. Some people dream about their home interior for years, dedicating entire Pinterest boards to even the most minute design elements. At Pahlisch, we love this process as much as the next home enthusiast. That’s why we’ve developed dreamy surface packages to help homeowners lay the foundation for their dream home aesthetic. Out of all our surface packages, four rise above the rest as current bestsellers amongst our homeowners.  But First, What Is A Pahlisch Surface Package? With the help of industry-leading designers, we’ve created beautiful selections of matching flooring, countertops, and backsplash tiles. These collections create the perfect foundation for our clients’ unique interior design styles. Surface…

The primary suite of any home should be a special oasis. It’s where you can unwind, reset, and find some calm in the chaos. A first floor primary suite takes that to the next level. At Pahlisch Homes, we’ve spent decades perfecting our award-winning floor plans to meet the needs of people at all stages of their lives. And whatever stage you’re currently in, this floor plan offers benefits like convenience and increased home value.  Defining the First Floor Primary Suite and Its Many Benefits   A first floor primary suite—also known as an owner’s or master suite—specifically refers to a home where the primary bedroom is on the main level.  In general, we know many things go into making a…