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Staying Home For The Holiday Season? Here Are Our Favorite Hosting Tips.

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There’s just something magical about the holiday season. As temperatures drop and spirits rise, now is the season to spend more quality time with family and friends. And, if you’re anything like us, there’s no better place to be than home for the holiday season. If your plan for Thanksgiving (and beyond) involves hosting an event, we’ve got the tips you need for an unforgettable time.  Elevate Your Home For the Holiday As the designated host for the holiday season, you bring much more to the table than your grandma’s stuffing recipe. Sometimes, between decoration inspo Pinterest boards and last-minute grocery trips, it can be easy to lose track of why you decided to host in the first place. Luckily,…

Introducing Easton in Bend, Oregon: Our Newest Pahlisch Homes Community

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When you picture coming home, what do you see? Imagine pulling into Easton in Bend, Oregon, after a day of exhilarating runs on the mountain. With a full day in the books, you can now look forward to a glass of wine on your covered back porch and a late-night Netflix binge in your cozy great room. Pahlisch communities are designed to meet the needs of homeowners with a range of floor plans, resort-like amenities, and convenient locations.  Read on to discover why Easton might just be your home sweet home.  Easton in Bend, Oregon, Has Everything You Need To Live, Work, and Play  Our newest master-planned community (available in Fall 2022) was made for those who chase the “live…

Your Dream Home, From the Ground Up

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What Do You Want Most In A Pahlisch Community? At Pahlisch, the needs of our homeowners come first. Everything we create is designed with you in mind—from community amenities like paved trails and luxury pools to home design styles, HOA, and community events designed to bring neighbors together. But we’ve got to know: what tops your wish list for a Pahlisch home or community experience? Share with us in a short survey and earn an entry toward a gift card giveaway! 

Deciding Between Buying a New Construction Home or Building on Your Lot? We’ve Got Answers

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To buy in a community or build on your own lot, that is the question. And at Pahlisch, we get this question a lot. If you’re familiar with our family of companies, you may know you have the option of buying a new construction home in a Pahlisch Homes community or building on your land with Pahlisch Select. So, what’s right for you? We’ll lay out the benefits to both, and then the decision-making is up to you and your goals — but of course, you always have our New Homes Specialists to turn to for that as well.   Buying a New Construction Home with Pahlisch Homes Goes Beyond Quality Homes  When thinking about buying a new construction home, you’re…

Pahlisch’s Favorite Accent Paint Colors

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One of the beautiful parts of homeownership is having options. From personalizing your space with a dramatic accent wall to selecting a creamy neutral for a sunny nook, the right paint colors can really up the cozy factor in your favorite room. However, it can be hard to know if you’re choosing the right shade until you see it on the whole wall. You’ll fall in love with these popular paint colors we trust for our own model homes inspired by expertly chosen annual Color Forecasts from Sherwin Williams.  Earth Tones and Organic Hues for 2022 Today’s trending home interiors feature modern, organic hues. Neutrals are anything but ordinary with the right contrasting color or splash of textures from baskets,…

The Back To School Checklist to Get Ready for Fall

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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…

10 Questions to Ask Us About Building a Home with Pahlisch

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Building a home in Oregon can be daunting because many moving parts are involved.  As home builders in Oregon and Washington, we get many questions from prospective buyers about the home buying process, customization options, and what to expect. So to help, we’ve put together answers to ten commonly-asked questions we get here at Pahlisch Homes. These will help you on your journey to finding the perfect space of your own. #1: How Long Does Building a Home Take in Oregon?  The current expected timeline for building a home in Oregon and Washington from foundation to closing is between seven and eight months. Of course, trade and material availability play a part in the timeline. Still, generally, seven to eight…

Is The Housing Market Going to Crash? Predictions From Our Preferred Lending Partner, Hixon Mortgage

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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…

How to Plan The Perfect Outdoor Movie Night

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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…

Which Bestselling Pahlisch Surface Package is Right For You?

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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…