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New Home For Sale!
10965 110 Ave N
Check out this new affordable American Housing 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage block home located at 10965 110th Ave North in Largo, Florida. This functional new home was designed with easy maintenance and energy efficiency in mind, is ready to move in, and is priced to sell at $179,900. This home is located in a great location that is close to shopping and the beaches. Contact us at 727-546-6611 for more information on this American Housing home, along with other homes and home sites we have available.
It Appears the Time to Buy a New Home is Now!
According to a recent St Petersburg Times article, Tampa Bay area home prices are predicted to rise in 2012. A California based housing valuation and analytics firm sees a 7.4% home price increase this year and according to them, that would make Tampa Bay sixth in the nation in terms of home prices improving.
According one Realtor in the article, and according to many builders in the area, the Tampa Bay area led the way into the crashing of the housing market and Tampa Bay will help lead the way out. It appears the worst may be over and most areas have bottomed out indicating that we should start to see steady gains in the value of homes this coming year.
So, if you have been sitting on the sidelines, it may be time to jump in and consider buying that new home you have been putting off for the last couple of years. Things appear on the upswing and with costs going up and the value of homes finally starting to appreciate again, now is a great time to buy that new home.
American Housing Builders, Inc. has weathered the storm and have many new energy saving features incorporated into all of our new homes, including R-30 ceiling insulation, “Energy Star” low-e double insulated windows, “Energy Star” dishwasher and “Energy Star’ 14 SEER air handler and heat pump to help reduce the costs of maintaining your home.
Call 727-546-6611 for more information on our American Housing New Homes.
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MULTIGENERATIONAL HOMES
There is a new kind of home that is becoming more and more popular these days and it is being marketed to multigenerational households. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, these new multigenerational homes have increased by 30% from 2000 to 2010. Whether kids are moving back in with parents or parents moving in with their kids, an estimated 51 million Americans now live in homes with at least two generations of adults.
Many of these multigenerational homes offer a second master bedroom, a kitchenette and sometimes even a separate entrance. According to some, this is a niche that appears to be growing in popularity, and with the American economy still struggling, it makes this type of home very practical. While duplexes, granny flats and guest houses have had a long history of popularity over the years, the two homes in one multigenerational home is a fairly new concept and has become very popular over the past few years.
American Housing Builders, Inc. is very aware of this phenomenon and we are very busy designing new floor plans to accommodate this lifestyle. Call us for more details regarding this new trend and allow us to help you design a new multigenerational home for you and your family. American Housing is located in the Tampa Bay area of Florida and you can contact us at 727-546-6611.
Prices Will Be Going Up Soon.
Like most businesses, American Housing has had to tighten its belt over the past few years and now that production cost increases again loom on the horizon, we will soon have to start adding these increases on to the price of our New Homes and Room Additions.
Over the past couple of months, we have been put on notice by several of our suppliers that material prices will be increasing by the end of the year. They have informed us that because of increases they have had to bear in obtaining health, auto and liability insurances, along with having to pay more for diesel fuel for the transporting of the materials, they can no longer absorb these costs and are being forced to increase the price of their products.
So far, we have been informed that concrete products will increase by 15%, steel rebar and rebar products will increase by 10%, all metal truss straps, anchor bolts and wire mesh will increase by 15%, all masonry bag goods will increase by 15% and drywall materials may increase by as much as 35%.
We at, American Housing, would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our past customers for allowing us to be your builder and thank you for supporting us throughout the years. The past few years have been difficult for those in the building industry, but because of the loyalty of our customers, we have survived this anemic building climate and we look forward to working with our new customers in the exciting years to come.
So, if you, or anyone you know is interested in a New Home or Room Addition, please call us at 727-546-6611, so we can lock in at today’s pricing.
3 New Building Lots Available Now!
Pinellas Park Lots!
We have just added 3 new lots to our inventory. These are nice, clean, and good sized lots located in Pinellas Park. This is not a flood zone and they are ready to build on. These lots are located in an area of nice homes, many of them being American Housing homes built only a few years ago. These lots are close to shopping with easy access to the beaches and Interstate 275.
These lots are a true find and in fact, we will be starting an American Housing spec home soon on one of these lots very soon, so now would be a great time to select a lot for your own customized new American Housing home. Lots are located at 70th Ave North and 76th Street in Pinellas Park, Florida.
For more information on these lots, and other available building lots, please call us at 727-546-6611.
WINDOW SAFETY
According to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission, more than 4,000 children are injured each year from falling out of second and third story windows. Like child proofing your swimming pool, child proofing your windows on a two or three story home can be essential in protecting your child or children from injuries.
Well, we have found that a great way to protect your window openings. By installing a product like “Guardian Angel” window guards on your windows, it provides you with a certain peace of mind. These type of window guards are not only easy to install, they are also a very affordable way to secure your windows. This is a wonderful way to help child proof your home in order to minimize your child from injuring him, or herself. After all, we cannot watch our children every second of the day, or night, and knowing you have done all you can to protect them certainly makes it easier for you to sleep at night.
For more information on this great product, you can go to www.safe-tots.com/window_guards.htm. You can also contact us at American Housing for more information on our new homes and the many features we include in them. Contact us at 727-546-6611 of email us at info@americanhousingbuilders.com.
Yes, We Are Still Building Homes!
That’s right. American Housing Builder’s are still building new homes. The economy is far from robust, and there are still a lot of foreclosed properties on the market, but savvy homebuyers know an opportunity when they see one. They know that with an American Housing new home they will be getting a new home builder’s warranty and a ten year structural warranty. Now, you certainly won’t get that with a foreclosed home.
When you buy an American Housing new home, you can rest assured that your A/C is not going to stop working on a hot Florida summer night, you can rest assured that you plumbing is not going to back up when you least expect it, and you can be quite certain that your roof is not going to leak during one of our famous late afternoon rain storms.
In today’s market, there is no reason to buy a home that someone else has walked away from, when you can buy a new, energy efficient, American Housing home at a very affordable 2011 price. Ahhh! Home, sweet home, without the worries of it being someone else’s problem that they left behind.
For more information on our American Housing new homes, contact us at 727-546-6611.
The Evolution of New Homes in Pinellas County
Because of the housing situation over the past several years, there have been very few new homes built over the past years, but there does seem to be some light at the end of the tunnel and times have changed. The few new homes that are finally being built again in the Pinellas County and Tampa Bay area have changed considerably from new homes that were built just a couple of years ago. New homes being built today are smaller, more efficient and more affordable.
According to data provided by the NAHB, the new homes that are being built today are not only about 10% smaller than homes built just a few years ago, but they include kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms that have become more compact and more functional. We are seeing fewer and fewer formal living rooms and we are seeing a lot less wasted space.
You are still likely to find a double sink, recessed lighting, and a table space for eating in the kitchen, but because people are buying more foods in bulk, you may also find a walk-in pantry. You are also more likely to find a single walk-in closet in the master bedroom, double vanities and a linen closet in the bathrooms.
Because energy costs are continuing to rise, most of the few new homes being built today are including low-e windows, a programmable thermostat, more efficient insulation and Energy Star appliances and equipment throughout the home. It is not necessarily a “green” thing; it is just common sense. A more energy efficient home will save a homeowner money for many years to come. It is never easy to anticipate exactly what a new home buyer is looking for in a new home, but American Housing Builders, Inc. continues to research the market and tries to stay just ahead of the curve in trying to make our homes more practical, more energy efficient and more affordable.
Mick McKenzie, the builder and one of the owner’s of American Housing Builders, Inc. has been building new homes in the Pinellas County area for over thirty years and comes from a family of builders. Along with Mick and his partners, American Housing has the experience, the knowledge and the professionalism it takes to make the new home buying experience a pleasurable one. American Housing usually has homes that are ready to move in, or will build you a new home on your lot or on one of our many available lots. American Housing has many new home floor plans to select from, will modify any one of our plans to suit your lifestyle or we will design you a new home from scratch if you have a design in mind.
For more information on new homes by American Housing Builders, Inc., please contact Lee Kretzer at 727-546-6611 or email him at Lee@amhousing.com. Lee is also an owner of American Housing and will make sure that you will be given the attention you deserve in your new home buying experience.
Finally, Some Good News For Home Buyers
According to the Department of Commerce, home sales jumped 32% and new home sales rose 11.1% in March of 2011. Although this does not mean we are out of the woods yet, it is a very good indication that things may be starting to improve.
To add more good news on top of that, Fortune magazine just named the Tampa Bay area the fifth best area to buy a home in the country. Fortune magazine stated that even with the glut of foreclosures, it is cheaper to own a home in the Tampa Bay area than it is to rent the same house. Fortune magazine went on to say that retiring baby boomers flocking to Florida will help resurrect the housing market in the Sunshine State, putting it in the unique position of helping to lead the country out of the depressed market it has been in for the past few years.
So, with all of this good news, those seeking to buy a new home in the Tampa Bay area have a unique opportunity to buy now at prices that were unattainable just a few short years ago. If you have been considering buying a new home or have been patiently waiting on the sidelines to see what the market will do, now is the time to act.
So, without further hesitation, please contact American Housing Builders at 727-546-6611 or visit us at 6580 72 Ave N in Pinellas Park, FL 33781, for information on our quality, yet affordable, new homes and let us help put your home buying dream into high gear.
Home Sales jump 32% in Tampa Bay area
How important is owning your home?
It is said that your home is where your heart is! The fact is, owning your own home has always been a good thing for families. Our home is not just where we eat and sleep, it also serves as a sanctuary, where our family can come together under one roof to share precious times together. A home becomes the center of our family life, where we share our joys of the day and console each other on problems of the day. It is believed that children who live in a stable environment have a better chance of succeeding in their endeavors. Our home serves as an anchor, helping hold our family together, and in this day and time a stable family is so important. No matter where we travel or where we go in our own separate lives, it has been said that one can always come home.
American Housing Builders has been building quality homes in the Pinellas County and Tampa Bay area for over twenty years and understands the importance of owning a home. For more information on American Housing homes, call Lee Kretzer at 727-546-6611. Lee is one of the owners of American Housing and will gladly help in providing you the information needed to purchase your new home.
Homeownership is still the American Dream!
The American Dream!
American Housing is very involved in community projects and recently partnered up with the City of St. Petersburg, Florida and Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County in order to build a new home and fulfill the dream of homeownership for a local family.
At a small home dedication ceremony celebrating this achievement, Clarence Scott, St. Petersburg City Council Member, welcomed many from the community, including Lee Kretzer and Carla Slicker from American Housing, to the “Presenting of the Keys” to the new owner, Mr. Jones. Ron Spoor of Habitat Pinellas opened with a prayer. “We gather to celebrate the commitment and determination of Mr. Jones and to thank all of the people who worked together to turn Mr. Jones’s dream of homeownership into reality. May this home we dedicate today become a beacon of hope for him and others. Together we pray. Amen.”
The New Home Dedication by Clarence Scott, III
American Housing Builders, Inc., through the City of St. Petersburg Neighborhood Stabilization Program, recently built this beautiful new home for Mr. Jones and his family. This achievement was celebrated at the home site on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 with members of the City of St. Petersburg City Council, members of the City’s NSP Program and members of Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County.
At the ceremony, there were gifts for Mr. Jones and his family. A Habitat volunteer provided Mr. Jones with a “symbolic” Habitat for Humanity hammer to take care of those small jobs around the house. City of St. Petersburg Council Members Wingay Newton and Bill Dudley gave the proud new owners an American flag and Kevin Klucas gave a “Welcome” mat. David Fornek offered Mr. Jones a new Bible for him and his family.
Clarence Scott, City of St. Petersburg Council Member, then gave Mr. Jones the keys to his new home. A proud Mr. Jones then proceeded to thank the City and American Housing for helping him and his family achieve their dream of owning their own home.
Finally, the Reverend Daryl Sey from the St. John Missionary Baptist Church blessed this new home for Mr. Jones and his family.
Mr. Jones Entering His New Home
For more information on the City of St. Petersburg NSP program, you can go to their website at http://www.stpete.org/nsp/program_information.asp or call us for more information at 727-546-6611. American Housing is located at 6580 72 Avenue North in Pinellas Park, Florida.
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