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By Lauren Weidinger editorial@youarecurrent.com
Fischer Homes, a home building company in the Indianapolis area, plans to continue expanding its footprint throughout the northern Indianapolis region this year.
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Fischer Homes has established housing developments in Brownsburg, Fishers/Geist, Greenwood, Lebanon, McCordsville, Westfield and Greenfield. The communities offer a variety of homes, including single-family homes, low-maintenance ranch homes and townhomes, attracting first-time home buyers, families looking to expand, luxury home buyers as well as families looking to downsize. In many of Fischer Homes’ communities, homeowners can enjoy amenities such as pools, pickleball courts, walking/biking trails and dog parks. Additional amenities are available at select communities, such as the Lindley Ridge community at Chatham Hills, which offers a Sport & Social membership to The Club at Chatham Hills with purchase of a home.
At the beginning of this year, Fischer Homes began development at its new community at The Reserve at Holliday Farms in Zionsville. It also will begin development on two new communities in Noblesville – Oasis at Hyde Park and Morse Village – in 2025. Oasis at Hyde Park will have direct access to Hamilton
Town Center, and Morse Village will be a master-planned community at Morse Reservoir. All three communities will begin sales by the end of 2025.
In addition, Townes at Grand Park Village in Westfield will be open for sales beginning this spring. The community offers a low-maintenance lifestyle with brand-new townhomes that are within walking distance to all of the amenities at Grand Park. Fischer Homes also unveiled a new model home in Fishers at The Cove and is constructing the Nottoway model home at its Lindley Ridge community in Chatham Hills. The Nottoway model home is part of its Grand Estates Custom Collection. Tours will be available at the Nottoway model home in May.
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“We offer a variety of thoughtfully designed floor plans that can be tailored to your lifestyle,” said Sean Sullivan, Fischer Homes’ Indianapolis market president. “We are proud of our high customer satisfaction rating; in fact, many of our homeowners are referred to us by their friends and family who own a Fischer Home.”
Fischer Homes also has several partnerships that offer opportunities and deals to homebuyers. This includes its partnership with Victory Mortgage, which offers special financing with three-year complimentary refinancing to Fischer Homes’ homebuyers, as well as a new partnership with Builder Backed, which connects homeowners to trusted home service providers for future home projects.
Sullivan noted the importance of finding highly sought-after locations to begin new projects, with an emphasis on making sure the areas connect to parks, trails, restaurants and shopping.
“Our communities are not just about great locations; they also create beautiful, welcoming environments where you’ll feel right at home,” Sullivan said. For more, visit fischerhomes.com.
For more than 50 years, Calico of Indianapolis has been a trusted destination for home design, offering custom fabrics, furniture, window treatments, and expert interior solutions. But beyond the fabrics and furnishings, the heart of Calico is its multigenerational, female-led legacy — a story of creativity, entrepreneurship and a passion for helping homeowners bring their interior visions to life.
It all started in 1969, when Barbara Hanson’s parents, new to Indianapolis and unable to find their favorite fabric store, took a leap of faith and opened
their own. Hanson, who now owns Calico of Indianapolis, grew up surrounded by textiles and design, watching her mother transform their home with seasonal slipcovers and fresh upholstery. She spent summers working in the store before heading off to college and even spent a year in France before returning home — only to realize that Calico was more than just her family’s business. It was her calling.
With a loan from her father and a vision of the future, Hanson purchased the company to take it to new heights.
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She recognized that as women’s lives got busier, they needed a more convenient way to shop for home design. Today, Calico is central Indiana’s go-to source for luxury textiles, custom furniture and interior design services, offering one of the largest selections of designer fabrics and trims in the region.
Now, the third generation has stepped in, as Hanson’s daughter Jennie Hanson-Slaff brings her own fresh perspective to the family business. With an eye for timeless yet modern design, she has helped expand the store’s inventory with new fabrics, patterns, and styles. And just like her mother and grandmother before her, Hanson-Slaff shares a passion for helping clients create spaces that feel like home.
From reupholstering heirloom pieces to crafting custom window treatments and bedding to deconstructing and rebuilding furniture, Calico has remained a constant for homeowners looking to invest in high-quality, beautifully designed interiors. As the business approaches its 56th year, one thing remains clear: great design never goes out of style — it simply evolves with each new generation.
Visit the Calico Indianapolis showroom today to find the ideal fabric for your next project.
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As the homebuilding industry evolves, so does how we showcase its finest craftsmanship, innovation and design. The 2025 McComb Pella Parade of Homes, hosted by the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis (BAGI), moves away from the traditional home tour format. Set for April 25-27 and May 2-4, this highly anticipated event allows attendees to explore more than 60 homes by more than 20 builders across central Indiana.
BAGI’s IndyRama has long been a showcase for high-end urban living, offering a glimpse into thoughtfully designed homes in Indianapolis’s downtown neighborhoods. The new 2025 McComb Pella Parade of Homes builds on the foundation of IndyRama broadening its reach and offering a more inclusive experience that spans multiple areas of Indianapolis and the surrounding counties.
Rather than focusing solely on urban homes, this expanded event reflects the diverse needs of today’s homebuyers. From downtown city townhomes to spacious suburban residences, the Parade of Homes highlights a range of styles, locations and price points—allowing visitors to explore homes that align with their unique preferences. This evolution isn’t about moving away from urban living but rather about creating a home tour experience that better represents the area’s dynamic housing market.
With more than 60 homes from a variety of builders, this show allows homebuyers and design enthusiasts to discover inspiration, explore new communities and connect with the region’s
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finest home builders in a way that fits their lifestyle.
An all-access tour of innovation
The 2025 McComb Pella Parade of Homes provides attendees with a free all-access pass. With the pass, attendees can tour as many of the homes as they’d like across six zones and over two exciting weekends. New home construction has never been a better option. With homes on the tour ranging from $250k to $4M+, condos to single-family, there’s something for everyone in this show.
Whether visitors are looking for bold contemporary designs, timeless traditional craftsmanship, or innovative smart-home technology, the 2025 McComb Pella Parade of Homes delivers an experience that caters to all.
Mark your calendars for noon - 6 p.m. April 25-27 and May 2-4, and prepare to embark on an exciting journey through central Indiana’s most sought-after homes. Whether you’re looking to buy, build or dream, the 2025 McComb Pella Parade of Homes is an event you won’t want to miss! Get your free tickets today! For free tickets, visit Bagi.com/ parade-of-homes.
Commentary by Zach Lundin Morgage Loan Officer, NMLS# 1231720
You’ve probably heard of a HELOC, or home equity line of credit, but you may not realize the impact this powerful tool can have on the journey of homeownership.
First, many misinterpret this loan as not a mortgage, when in fact it is. It is typically a second lien, behind your first mortgage. The important thing about this loan is that it does not impact your payment with your primary mortgage. This can be a great tool to use for home renovation, debt consolidation or other creative uses that do not get rid of your low interest rate on your primary mortgage. The way it works is simple. We take 89.9 percent of the current value of your home, subtract your outstanding mortgage balance, and the remaining equity becomes available for future use. The nice thing about a HELOC is that like a credit card, if you do not have a balance,
Each HELOC can look different based on the financial profile of the homeowner, which can result in different interest rates and draw lengths available. A bonus to the HELOC is that the costs to put one in place are typically a fraction of those associated with a 30-year fixed rate mortgage. Once in place, you can draw up and pay down the balance as you see fit. A caution to many prospective borrowers is that the lack of repayment on this loan can result in a balloon payment due at the end of the term.
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• First seasonal mow and edging
As the tree buds begin to swell, hinting at the life stirring within, nature signals that winter’s hold is loosening and the cycle of renewal has begun once again. Grab a cup of coffee and walk around your yard to assess your lawn and garden care needs. As the season changes, it is essential to refresh and maintain your landscape to ensure a healthy, vibrant outdoor space. Hire a professional spring cleanup service or do-it yourself to get your property prepared to thrive beautifully during the warm, growing season. Use this checklist to spring into your project. Cut out this handy helper and hang it on your refrigerator. This list might be a nice chore chart for the kids! Our lush green lawns bring us joy and provide a place for children to play, for pets to romp and a place to picnic with your friends and family.
• Remove leaves, sticks and winter debris to improve soil and plant health
• Dethatch and aerate lawn (if necessary)
• Apply spring fertilizer and pre-emergent weed control
As the frost fades and the first signs of warmth settle in, spring garden bed cleanup begins.
• Clear dead plant material and weeds
• Edge garden beds for a neat, tidy look
• Apply pre-emergent and fresh mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Prune perennials and cut back ornamental grasses
Examine your trees and shrubs to evaluate winter damage and prepare trees for the growing Seasons.
• Prune dead or damaged branches to promote new growth
• Trim and shape overgrown shrubs
• Assess trees for signs of disease, pests or structural issues
• Fertilize to encourage robust foliage and root growth
How do your patio and pathways look? Are they ready for cookouts, guests and relaxing weekends?
• Power wash and sweep walkways, patios and driveways
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• Clean out gutters and downspouts
• Repair or reposition landscape features like stones, yard art, edging and planters
• Remove any leftover snow piles or winter salt residue
Liven up your porch pots with a refreshing floral design filled with color appropriate for the location. Pay attention to sun exposure when choosing plants
• Install early spring flowers (pansies, daffodils, tulips, etc.)
• Suggest and plant new shrubs or trees as needed
• Refresh container gardens with seasonal plants
• Clean out debris and prepare your raised garden beds for vegetables
• Determine if you want to redesign your landscape or build an additional garden bed With each careful step, your landscape transforms from a dreary dormant winter scene to a vibrant inviting yard, ready to burst with color and life.
Stephanie, owner of Naturspire Landscapes — a biophilic design firm that specializes in bringing nature indoors and a full-service landscaper — is happy to help with your spring cleanup and enhancements. Visit our website at www.naturspire.com or email steph@naturspire.com.
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