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Moving into or designing your new home will be a more enjoyable experience if you have some extra knowledge. For information about new construction homes, move-in ready homes, and home building, call Legend Homes at (888) 380-5708 today. Check out our website if you're looking for new homes for sale in Houston. Click through these resources for useful information about moving, designing a home, and talking to your kids about moving:

• Will a mover be helping you move into your new house? Help the professional moving process along with these five moving tips from HowStuffWorks.com.
   
• Are you looking to design the perfect home office in your new construction home? Consider these 10 tips for designing your home office from HGTV.com.
   
• Your kids might need a little extra help adjusting to a new neighborhood and home. Consider this advice on preparing your child for a move from KidsHealth.org.
   
• Do you want to design the perfect master bedroom? Check out these tips on mastering your master bedroom.
   
• When designing a kid’s bedroom, take some tips from the pros. This article from The Washington Post has child’s bedroom design ideas.

Why You'll Love Living in Auburn Trails at Oakhurst

Though the American Dream may not be what it was 50 years ago, many of the basic elements are still the same. For example, many people still hope to settle down with families in a beautiful new home in a terrific community. If you’re looking for your own little piece of the American Dream, you’ll likely find it at Auburn Trails at Oakhurst from Legend Homes. Here are a few reasons why you’ll fall in love with this exquisite community:

• Affordability
  In these difficult times, many would-be homeowners are still hesitant to buy. However, the low-priced homes of Auburn Trails are difficult to ignore. Most of our move-in ready homes are less than $200,000—and with low mortgage interest rates, buying a home at Auburn Trails could be the best financial decision of your life.
   
• Parks and Playgrounds
  When you come for a visit, you’ll see that Auburn Trails offers plenty of places to take your pets and kids, including five mini-parks, a pool, and a splash pad playground. At Auburn Trails, we know the importance of quality neighborhood recreation.
   
• Golf Course
  If you love golf, you’ll be pleased to know that we have an 18-hole golf course. After a hard work week, you’ll relish the opportunity to drive a few balls from practically your own backyard.
   
• Location
  Though Auburn Trails at Oakhurst is a lovely place to live, it’s only a small part of a larger, beautiful community. When you move in, you’ll be only a few miles from high-rated schools, excellent restaurants, and great shopping opportunities. After just a half-hour drive, you could even be in the heart of Houston.

If you’d like to learn more about Auburn Trails at Oakhurst, contact the real estate professionals of Legend Homes. We also have dozens of other amazing move-in ready homes available for sale all over the Houston area. Call us today at (888) 380-5708 to get one step closer to a beautiful new home.

Things to Consider When Designing Your New Home

When you finally find the perfect new home it will be a dream come true for you and your family. However, before you select a floor plan for your new home, you should consider how profoundly your home’s floor plan and features affect your life. Take note of these design considerations when shopping for a new construction home and communicate your wants and needs to your home builder.

• House Size
  Ask yourself if you want a large, spacious home or a smartly designed smaller home. Look at the floor plan design, and make sure it has the number of rooms you need for all of the members of your household. You may decide you can maximize space efficiency by assigning certain rooms to serve dual functions, like using the home office to double as a guest room for out-of-town visitors.
   
• Main Living Areas
  Consider whether you prefer the living room, dining room, and kitchen as three separate rooms or three specific spaces within one very large room. An open room with all three will allow to you see your guests better while entertaining, while separate walled rooms allow you to assign different themes to each. If you want to add fixtures to increase the resale value of your home, consider upgrading countertops to a natural stone material like granite or choosing upgraded and energy-efficient appliances. You should also consider flooring, doors, and paint when designing your new home to ensure that you will be happy with your space for years to come.
   
• Bedrooms
  If you want to have spaces for relaxing and exercising in the master bedroom, you’ll need to look for a home with a larger space. If you want to design a room that is suited for children, consider laying down a kid-friendly carpet.

Whether you want to find the new home of your dreams or you want to build it, contact Houston’s most trusted home builders at Legend Homes. Our new construction homes are built with attention to detail and our client’s budgets in mind. Call us today at (888) 380-5708 for more information or visit our website.  

Moving to Houston? Check Out the Stone Crest Community!

If you’re looking for new move-in ready homes in a great community, you’ll love the small-town feel and neighborhood charm at Stone Crest. Stone Crest offers beautiful neighborhoods, modern houses, and great schools. Here’s a look at the wonderful community of Stone Crest:

• Charming Community
  Although it’s just 30 minutes west of the bustling city of Houston, Stone Crest has small-town Texas charm. This family-friendly, colorful, and affluent community offers Southern hospitality. Stone Crest is located in an area first settled in the mid-1800s by pioneers drawn to its fertile land and temperate climate.
   
• Schools and Resources
  Stone Crest is a safe, family-oriented community with excellent K-12 schools. Students enjoy access to facilities, equipment, athletic resources, and school materials that are among the best in the state from Katy Independent School District. Stone Crest is also close to several churches, temples, hospitals, and parks.
   
• Location
  Because I-10 is only minutes away, the big city is never far. Whether it’s for business or leisure, residents can reach Houston in less than an hour. In Stone Crest, you’re never too far to enjoy all the entertainment, diversity, and business opportunities a big city has to offer.
   
• Shopping
  Nearby Stone Crest is the Katy Mills Mall, where you can find retailers such as J. Crew, Polo, Tommy Hilfiger, Guess, Gap, Express, DKNY, Banana Republic, and Calvin Klein. At Katy Mills, you’ll also find a modern movie theater and video game arcade.

If you’re interested in a new home in the Stone Crest community, contact Legend Homes. We build communities in convenient locations near offices, recreational facilities, and highly rated schools. Our communities will enrich your lifestyle and enhance the value of your home investment. Call us today at (888) 380-5708 for information about move-in ready homes, new homes, and new home building.

What to Consider When You're Moving to a New Home

Moving into a new home can be a stressful experience, but there are some things you can do ahead of time to make the process go smoothly. When moving into a new home, be honest with yourself about how long it will take you to get set up.

In this video, a real estate agent explains the common mistakes he’s seen when people try to move into a new house. For example, he suggests getting all of your utilities in line a week before you move in, so you don’t end up sweating or freezing in your new home.

Legend Homes is one of Houston’s most respected home builders. We can introduce you to the new home of your dreams or build it for you from scratch. Call us today at (888) 380-5708 for more information about our move-in ready homes.