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Aug / Sept / Oct Volume 29 Issue 4

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Contents

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Jose Vielma

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SENIOR EDITOR Barbara Zapffe SALES MANAGER Jose R. Vielma CREATIVE DIRECTOR Laura Soria GRAPHIC DESIGNER Karla Garza ADVERTISING SALES Ken Sabe IT SPECIALIST Nadine Sabe

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DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Ken Sabe, Jr.

HOMEBUYING ADVICE Homebuyers Glossary of Terms

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ENERGY EFFICIENCY 20

Get answers to most often asked questions about the

you better navigate your way to your dream home.

BUILT TO SAVE® high-performance home program and the benefits it offers for builders and homebuyers.

Check Out These 7 Important Steps

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HOME SPACES

From financing to move-in, get informed to be more prepared for what’s ahead in your quest for home ownership.

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A BUILT TO SAVE® Certificate Is More Than Just A Piece Of Paper...

It’s A “PEACE OF MIND.” A home awarded with a BUILT TO SAVE® certificate allows homeowners to relax without worrying about high energy bills, poor construction, and high maintenance issues.

A BUILT TO SAVE® certificate gives homeowners (1) the confidence in knowing their home was inspected and tested by an independent RESNET-approved Rater, and (2) the happiness in knowing their home is “above code” and of superior energy efficiency and high-performance construction.

Don’t take anyone’s word that your new home is energy efficient.

Ask to see the BUILT TO SAVE® certificate!

HOMEBUYER BENEFITS • • • • • •

Lower Energy Consumption Enhanced Home Comfort Better Indoor Air Quality Tighter Construction Less Maintenance Higher Market Value

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Third-Party Inspections & Testing Compliance with current IECC Standards “Above-Code” Compliance More Durability Lasting Peace of Mind

Go to www.BuiltToSave.org to find BUILT TO SAVE® builders and suppliers. www.BuiltToSave.org • (956) 778-3590 See Pages 8-9

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THIRD-PARTY VERIFIED: Enhanced Home Comfort Lower Utility Bills Better Air Quality Peace of Mind

Insulation

HVAC

Being told that your home is energy efficient is not the same as getting written verification from a home energy Rater licensed by the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET). Home Energy Raters are trained home energy inspectors who use specialized equipment and software to inspect, test, and verify that a home has met the requirements of high-performance home programs like BUILT TO SAVE®.

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PROFESSIONAL HOME ENERGY RATERS ASK YOUR BUILDER IF YOUR NEW HOME HAS BEEN CERTIFIED

Chris Carroll (956) 455-7779 chris@carrollsinspectors.com www.carrollsinspectors.com

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Certifications: Home Energy Rater; ENERGY STAR® and BUILT TO SAVE® Certifications; ICC Energy Code Ambassador; EPA Indoor airPLUS; Level 1 Thermographer; TREC Property Inspector; RESNET Member; RESNET Green Rater; Building America Partner, DOE Zero Ready Verifier, Fortified Evaluator, Mold Assessment Consultant, & Insured/ Qualified 45L Tax Credit Certifier.

Certifications: Home Energy Rater; ENERGY STAR® and BUILT TO SAVE® Certifications; HERS Rating for City Code Testing: Blower Door & Duct Leakage; Certificate of Occupancy (C of O); HVAC Heat Load Calculations for Manual J, D, & F; Valley-wide Service.

Jorge Maldonado (956) 271-2322 jm-92@outlook.com Certifications: Home Energy Rater; ENERGY STAR® and BUILT TO SAVE® New Home Certifications, IECC Energy Code Building Inspections; Blower Door & AC Duct Testing; Weatherization Inspections.

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The Blower Door Test and the Duct Blaster Test are used to calculate a home’s Energy Rating Index (ERI—also referred to as the HERS score). Like miles per gallon (MPG) which measure the fuel efficiency of a car, an ERI (or HERS) score is an excellent predictor of a home’s energy efficiency—the lower the score, the higher the efficiency.

BLOWER DOOR TESTS measure the leakiness of the home’s envelope— how much air comes in and goes out through the roof, windows, doors, and other openings in the home.

Required by code after Sept. 1, 2016.

DUCT BLASTER TESTS measure leaks in the joints and seams of the ductwork in the heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system.

Required by code after Sept. 1, 2016 unless in conditioned space.

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HOMEBUYING ADVICE

Homebuyer’s Glossary Some Important Terms Homebuyers Need to Know

When you are building or buying a new home, there will be plenty of words used that might not mean anything to you right away. However, it’s important to know these terms, as they play a large role in the process you will go through to apply for a mortgage. Here are few that are often used in the homebuying journey.

Annual Percentage Rate (APR): The APR is the yearly interest rate. It is reflected in the cost of the mortgage on an annual basis. Lenders will post advertised rates for different types of mortgages and APRs, such as for 30-year or 15-year. This way you can compare them and what each lender offers. Be prepared that the actual rate you might pay will likely be higher because it includes credit costs and points.

Appraisal: This is an estimate of the house’s value. A professional known as an “appraiser” will come to the house before you finalize the sale. This person will look at the house and tell you how much it is worth.

Certificate of Occupancy: Before you can move into your new how home, you need proof that the house is properly built and safe to live in. This certificate is that proof. It is provided to your builder by the local government.

Closing: When it’s time for you to move into your new home, you will attend a meeting called “the closing.” You, the lender, and others will be present. At this time, you will sign the official documents that make you the owner of your home. In some places, this meeting is called a settlement.

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Closing Costs: There are many fees involved in finalizing a home sale. These might include an origination fee, discount points, appraisal fee, insurance costs, taxes, deed recording fees, survey fees, and possibly a title search fee for the land. Figure these costs to be between 3 to 6 percent of your total mortgage amount.

Discount Points: This is interest you might pre-pay at closing. For example, since each discount point equals 1 percent of the loan amount, if you had 3 points on a $100,000 mortgage, the total cost for discount points would be $3,000.

Down Payment: This is the amount of money you are generally required to put into your home up front to qualify for a mortgage. For example, if you bought your home for $100,000, and you put 10 percent down (or $10,000), your mortgage would be for $90,000. The percent of down payment required varies depending on the type of loan you get. Conventional loans generally require a 10 percent to 20 percent down payment while FHA and VA loans may require much less (up to 5 percent).

Earnest Money: This is money that you put up front as part of the purchase price to show that you are committed to buying this home. This binds the transaction between you and the seller.

Escrow: While you are in the process of buying your home, the escrow holder is a neutral third party who handles the paperwork for the closing. After you buy your home, the lender might also have an escrow account for you that holds money from which your property tax and insurance is paid.

Free and Clear: When a property is completely paid for (no liens against it for money owed), it is considered free and clear.

Hazard Insurance: This is insurance you buy from an insurance company to protect your investment in your home should your house catch fire, be damaged by a windstorm, as well as other situations. Hazard insurances do not cover damage from earthquakes, riots, or flood damage. Depending on where you live, you may be required to buy extra insurance if flooding or earthquakes are a concern.

Market Value: Your home’s market value is the highest price that someone would pay or the lowest price someone would sell the property. It is often different from how much the home would actually sell for at any given time.

Origination Fee: This is the fee your lender charges for the background work done to get your mortgage approved and your home ready for closing. This work often includes preparing loan documents, doing credit checks, property inspections, and any other work required. This fee is usually a percentage of the face value of the loan (the amount of the loan after the down payment is subtracted, and before interest).

Principal and Interest: This is also known as P&I. It refers to how much of your monthly mortgage payment goes to pay down the actual loan value (principal) and how much is for the interest payment (interest).

Principal, Interest, Taxes, and Insurance: This is also known as P.I.T.I. This refers to the breakdown of your monthly mortgage payment based on the principal and interest, plus money that is collected and held in escrow to pay for your taxes and insurance bills when they come due.

Points: Each point equals 1 percent of the principal amount of your mortgage.

Pre-Approval: When you are ready to buy your home, as part of the application process, an underwriter will go through your income, credit, available funds, etc. to ensure you are a good credit risk. If the underwriter feels everything is in order, he or she will approve it, which

means you can go through with your mortgage. Some preapprovals come with conditions, so do know what they are and keep them in mind.

Pre-Qualified: Before you start to build your home, you should sit down with a loan expert and discuss your financial situation. He or she can then pre-qualify you for an amount for which you should be able to get a loan approved. However, a pre-qualification is not a guarantee that you will get approved, since no one has formally gone through your information and confirmed it.

Purchase Agreement: When you are ready to buy the home, you and the seller (or builder) will complete an agreement that lists the purchase price and any other conditions either of you place on the sale.

Title: This is a document issued by a title company upon closing on your home that proves that you own the property.

Title Insurance: When you buy a home, before you go through with the sale, a title search is done to see if anyone else can claim ownership of the property you wish to buy. It will also involve a search to see if there are any outstanding liens against the property that need to be paid (such as taxes, utilities, mortgages). Title insurance is a policy in which the title company assures you that they did their job to uncover any possible claims to the property before issuing a report. If some other claim comes up that wasn’t disclosed in the report, the title insurance company pays it.

Title Search: Before you buy, a title company will search the city or town records to see who has owned the property and to make sure that it doesn’t have any liens (money still owed to banks) or other claims to ownership.

Underwriting: The job of the underwriters is to verify your information for the lender and decide if you are a good credit risk to receive a loan in this amount or a particular interest rate. They will check your credit, employment, assets, and any other information, like bank statements.

They will look at your history, as well.

If you know these terms, you will have a much easier time understanding and going through your homebuying process. There are many other terms, of course, but this will get you started on the road to being a knowledgeable and informed homeowner.

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BUILDERS

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY’S HIGH-PERFORMANCE HOME BUILDERS

BUILT TO SAVE® is an energy efficiency certification program which recognizes new homes that outperform minimum code building requirements. With the help of the BUILT TO SAVE® program and third-party inspectors, builders are guided through a process which leads to certifying their homes as high performance.

BUILDERS WHO HAVE CERTIFIED A HOME IN THE BUILT TO SAVE® PROGRAM FROM AUGUST 2020 TO AUGUST 2021. (Sorted by Quantity of Certified Homes. Visit www.builttosave.org for full details) HIGH-PERFORMANCE BUILDERS

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VILLANUEVA CONSTRUCTION www.VillanuevaHomes.com m (956) 800-8889 ............................................ stephanie@villanuevahomes.com

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AFFORDABLE HOMES OF SOUTH TEXAS www.AHSTI.org m (956) 687-6263 ............................................. info@ahsti.org

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TREASURE BUILDERS www.TreasureBuildersllc.com m (956) 874-3686 ............................................. treasurebuilders@att.net

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WALDO HOMES www.WaldoHomesRGV.com m (956) 466-8590............................................. luiswaldo@yahoo.com

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GOMEZ 3 CONSTRUCTION

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DIVINE CUSTOM HOMES www.DivineCustomHomes.net m (956) 467-1111 ................................................ olga@divinecustomhomes.net

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SERSA HOMES www.SersaHomes.com m (956) 330-1268.............................................. sersahomebuilder@gmail.com

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VILLA HOMES www.VillaHomesRgv.com m (956) 431-0376 .............................................. info@villahomesrgv.com

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RANMAR CONSTRUCTION www.RanmarConstruction.com m (956) 472-8624 ............................................. ranmarconstructionrgv@gmail.com

MAGIC VALLEY ELECTRIC COOP IS A PROUD SPONSOR OF THE BUILT TO SAVE® PROGRAM.

bui l tto s ave.org Not all the homes in the Rio Grande Valley are built the same. A homebuyer’s best option to make sure their new home will be built to above-code standards is by finding a builder that is a member of a High-Performance Home Certification Program like BUILT TO SAVE®.

With the help of this Program and third-party inspectors, builders are guided through the process of building homes of superior quality and energy efficiency. As a result of this, YOU, the homebuyer, get to enjoy countless benefits!

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BUILT TO SAVE® PROGRAM MEMBERS WITH HOMES IN THE PROCESS OF BEING CERTIFIED Listed in alphabetical order

BUILDER MEMBER

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EMAIL

BELLISSIMO BUILDERS (956) 222-0721 .............................................................. www.BellissimoBuilders.com ............................. bellissimobuilders@gmail.com BELLO CONSTRUCTION (956) 605-1817 .............................................................. www.FB.com/Bell0Construction ........................ belloconstruction@outlook.com BRITO CONSTRUCTION (956) 540-5557 ............................................................. www.BritoConstruction.com .............................. info@britoconstruction.com CASA CORDOVA (956) 472-5946 ............................................................. www.CasaCordova.llc........................................... casacordova.llc@gmail.com CAROLINA HOMES (956) 472-5946 ............................................................. www.CarolinaHomesRGV.com........................... info@carolinahomesrgv.com CLASSIC HOMES (956) 792-7246 ............................................................. www.ClassicHomesRgv.com............................... lord.gonzalez@yahoo.com EB LUXURY HOMES (956) 429-1069 ............................................................. www.EBluxuryLiving.com ................................... ebconstructionllc@yahoo.com ELO BUILDERS (956) 534-7142 .............................................................. eri.orta@gmail.com .............................................. eri.orta@gmail.com HOMES BY INNOVATIVE (956) 476-3881.............................................................. www.HomesByInnovative.com .......................... info@homesbyinnovative.com J PENA CONSTRUCTION (956) 971-8705 .............................................................. www.JPenaConstruction.com ............................ sandrap@jpenaconstruction.com LTR CONSTRUCTION (956) 453-6689 ............................................................ www.LTRrgv.com ................................................... LTRperez956@gmail.com MONARCH HOMES (956) 682-6986 ............................................................ www.MonarchHomesRgv.com........................... info@monarchhomesrgv.com PAEZ FAMILY HOMES (956) 281-0055 ............................................................. www.PaezFamilyHomes.com ............................. michaelpaez@paezfamilyhomes.com PINPOINT CONSTRUCTION (956) 720-0280 ............................................................. www.PinPointRgv.com ......................................... scottie@pinpointrgv.com RED MOON BUILDERS (661) 474-0909.............................................................. www.FB.com/RedMoonBuildelrs....................... redmoonbuilders@gmail.com RODRIGUEZ HOMES (956) 239-1841 .............................................................. www.FB.com/RodgarGroupConstruction ....... rodriguezhomes11@yahoo.com VILLA DEL SOL CONSTRUCTION (956) 627-5101 ............................................................... www.VillaDelSolConstruction.com

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Must-Knows

m Not every builder in the BUILT TO SAVE® m You can find the addresses of the homes that have completed certification Program certifies every single home as in the program on the www.BuiltToSave.

BUILT TO SAVE®. It is the homebuyer’s responsibility to request this certification org website. Allow at least 3 weeks for documents to be processed and for homes before their home is built. to be added to the online list.

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m If a builder says a home is certified as BUILT TO SAVE®, they will be able to show you a certificate proving that the home met all the requirements.

Home Address Builder Name Issue Date

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HOMEBUYING ADVICE

Don’t Buy A Home Before Checking Out These 7 Important Points

It’s well known that buying a home is most likely the largest single investment we will make in our lifetime.

That said, it makes sense that we should have a well thought-out plan to make sure we make the best decision that’s right for us. Here are some important points to remember.

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GET PRE-APPROVED FOR A LOAN FIRST

You wouldn’t go shopping for a car without knowing if you could afford the car payments. So why would you go shopping for a home without an idea of how much home you can afford.

Sure, it’s fun to dream, but if you’re serious about buying a home,

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it makes sense to make the most of your time spent shopping and avoid being disappointed by falling in love with a home you cannot afford. There are plenty of lenders who offer a free prequalification service. A word of caution: do not use the amount you qualify for as your purchase price guide. The purchase price is not the true cost of owning a home. Remember to add in all of the other hidden costs and expenses of home ownership.

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DO YOUR HOMEWORK

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CHOOSING EITHER A NEW HOME OR AN EXISTING HOME

Take advantage of all the “Do and Don’t Do” advice available online for homebuyers—especially if you are a first-time buyer. One valuable source for homebuyers is a home loan toolkit available from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau which offers a comprehensive list of things you should consider before you start shopping for your home loan.

It’s important to know that buying a newly constructed home is different from buying an existing home. While each follows a similar lending process, you should consider the advantages and disadvantages of each. New homes will offer homebuyers the newest in construction materials and are generally more energy efficient than older homes. There are also more opportunities to customize a new construction home to your individual needs. The downside to new homes when compared to existing homes is that the cost will be a little higher because you are getting a newer product.

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CHOOSING A BUILDER

If you’ve decided that a newly constructed home or building a custom home is best for you, the most important advice is to find out as much as you can about the builder. Ask previous customers and research the company’s reputation. Check with your local Better Business Bureau to see if the company has any outstanding complaints. Here are a few tips: (1) you can tell a lot about a company by the way it treats its vendors. If the company has a great reputation with its vendors— the ones the company pays—you can probably guess that it will treat its customers equally as well. (2) If the company does not return your calls in a timely manner or not at all before you do business with them, you can expect more of the same after you start doing business with them. Lastly, (3) if the builder does not visit the job site on a regular basis during construction, chances are contractors are not being supervised properly. This could pose problems later.

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CODE COMPLIANCE

Is the new home you are having built compliant with the State or Texas’ new IECC regulations? The State of Texas adopted the International Energy Conservation Code as of September 1, 2016. What this means is that every new home sold

after that date must meet the new code’s strict requirements for energy efficiency. While the 2015 code is not being enforced by all municipalities, it is important to know that the responsibility for compliance is with the builder—not the city building code officials. But there are safety nets for you: initiatives like the BUILT TO SAVE® program here in South Texas offer high-performance home certifications for new homes that comply with the 2015 IECC. See if the builder you choose is in the BUILT TO SAVE® program.

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DON’T JUST BUY A HOME BUILT TO CODE—BUY ONE BUILT TO ABOVE CODE

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HAVE YOUR HOME INSPECTED

BY A PROFESSIONAL

When you buy or build a new home that has or will be constructed to minimum code, you are getting a home built to the basic minimums required by law. Homes built to these minimum standards are generally less efficient and more costly to maintain.

You also run the risk, for example, of not having an air unit that is properly sized to the home, which can present a whole host of problems for you down the road. If instead you make sure to buy or build your new home with a builder who utilizes a program like BUILT TO SAVE®, then your new home will be certified to above-code standards and inspected and tested by a licensed, independent energy rater who ensures that your home will be more energy efficient and offer more comfort, better indoor air quality, and less maintenance. Builders in the BUILT TO SAVE® program invest more of their money to make sure their homes are built to standards superior to minimum code requirements.

Hiring an independent, professional home inspector has saved many people from moving into a home with substandard workmanship or with serious issues not readily visible to the untrained eye. Find an experienced inspector who has your best interests at heart to evaluate the home you are looking at buying before you sign the contract. Once you sign, any existing issues will be your responsibility to fix. A home certified as BUILT TO SAVE®, for example, has the advantageof being inspected during construction before the walls are put in place, giving homeowners the peace of mind of knowing that what’s behind the walls complies with high-performance standards.

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2021 RGVBA Parade Winners The Rio Grande Valley Builders Association is proud to present its 2021 Parade of Homes Award Winners.

Nineteen builder members of the Rio Grande Valley Builders Association competed with 21 homes in the 2021 Parade of Homes event that took place during the weekends of June 12 & 13 and 19 & 20. The 2021 Parade entries included homes in a variety of sizes and architectural styles in new home communities throughout the upper and mid Rio Grande Valley.

Awards were presented to builders in different price categories. Additional awards were presented for People’s Choice, Most Energy Efficient Home, Best Curb Appeal, Best Kitchen Design, Best Master Bed and Bath, and Best Architectural Design. Top Honors for Best of Show and People’s Choice this year were awarded to LTR Construction. Visit www.RGVBA.org for more information on this year’s Parade.

See page 16 for an “Under the Spotlight” look at some of the award-winning homes.

BEST OF SHOW

2021 RGVBA PARADE OF HOMES AWARD

PEOPLE’S CHOICE 2021 RGVBA

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2021 Best of Show; People's Choice Award; Best Home ($651,000 - $700,000) LTR Construction www.LTRrgv.com | (956) 453-6689

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(L-R) Frank Garza, Vanessa Garza, Blanca Garza, Lily Perez, Roy Perez, Crystal Perez, Christina Perez, Santos Sauceda, & Corina Perez

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Best Model Home ($201,000 - $250,000) 25 Carolina Homes www.CarolinaHomesRGV.com | (956) 369-1024

Ariel Salinas & Monica Salinas

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Best Model Home ($251,000 - $300,000) Waldo Homes

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www.WaldoHomesRGV.com | (956) 466-8590

(L-R) Juan Garza, Karen Waldo, Teresa Waldo, Luis Waldo, Allison Cavazos, & Daniel Waldo

Best Model Home ($301,000 - $350,000) EB Luxury Homes

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Best Model Home ($351,000 - $400,000) Villa Homes

Raise Your Expectations!

www.EBLuxuryLiving.com | (956) 429-1069

www.VillaHomesRGV.com | (956) 275-1453

Jesus Espino & Griselda Espino

(L-R) Emigdio Villanueva Jr. & Emigdio Villanueva III

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Best Model Home ($401,000 - $450,000) Liongate Builders

Best Model Home ($451,000 - $500,000) Most Energy Efficient Waldo Homes

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www.WaldoHomesRGV.com | (956) 466-8590

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(L-R) Joanna Cruz, Jesse De Leon, & Jacob De Leon

Best Home ($501,000 - $550,000) Best Kitchen; Best Master Bed & Bath PinPoint Construction

(L-R) Juan Garza, Karen Waldo, Teresa Waldo, Luis Waldo, Allison Cavazos, & Daniel Waldo

Best Home ($601,000 - $650,000) Best Architectural Design; Best Curb Appeal The Structure Team

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www.TheStructureTeam.com | (956) 340-2788

www.PinPointRGV.com | (956) 720-0280

BEST KITCHEN

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Scottie Ruiz

Best Home ($900,000+) Homes by Innovative

BEST CURB APPEAL 2021 RGVBA PARADE OF HOMES AWARD

(L-R) Samuel Rodriguez & Servando Cavazos

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www.HomesByInnovative.com | (956) 476-3881

If You Missed the Parade, You Can Still Tour the Homes Virtually: PA R A D E . R G V B A . O R G To find out how to participate in the RGVBA Parade, or to become a member of the Association, contact (956) 682-2932 or info@rgvba.org Peter Vargas & Mayra Martinez

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F E AT U R E : R GV B A PA R A D E O F H O M E S

2021 RGVBA Parade Sponsors & Judges The Rio Grande Valley Builders Association would like to thank all of the 2021 Parade of Homes sponsors and judges.

2021 RGVBA PARAD E GOLD SPONSORS:

Sierra Title Company

Magic Valley Electric Coop

L-R: Atanacio Hinojosa & Johnathan Sloss

L-R: Gina Stockton, Nora Saenz, Yasmin Lopez, Marielsa Pulido, Mayela Cantu, Julie Cantu, & Eugene Ragsdale

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Bank of South Texas

Karla Garza & Jose Vielma

L-R: Diana Martinez, Margaret Macias, Joe Guzman, Lydia Vela, Patricia Garcia, & Natalie Borjas

NavyArmy

Norma Jean Justance

2021 RGV BA PARAD E SILVER SPONSORS: Texas Gas Service • Matt’s Building Materials • AEP Texas • Lone Star National Bank • McCoy’s Building Supply • Valley Land Title Co. • TNB Mortgage

2021 RGV BA PARAD E JUD GES AND STAF F :

2021 Parade Judges & RGVBA Staff

[L-R] Matt and Perla Studer (Pearl Homes / Victoria); Belinda and Freddie Gonzalez (Elegant Homes / Corpus Christi); Arthur and Cecilia Sosa (Sosa Architecture & Construction Management / San Antonio); Marcy Alamia (RGVBA Executive Director); Melanie and Matt Gessner (Guaranteed Inspection Services / San Antonio); Mike Duffey (Builders FirstSource)

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Most Energy Efficient Home Judge Scott Martin / HERS Rater Energy Rating Solutions / Corpus Christi, TX

To find out how to participate in the RGVBA Parade, or to become a member of the Association, contact (956) 682-2932 or info@rgvba.org

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S P E C I A L F E AT U R E - PA I D A DV E RT I S I N G

This 2021 Parade Winners Spotlight showcases the builder members of the Rio Grande Valley Builders Association who received awards of excellence for their homes from a panel of judges comprised of regional building industry experts.

Whether you wish to either buy or build a new home, this special feature will narrow your search to the best in architectural design, construction, energy efficiency, and more. Check out the online component of this feature for an in-depth look at each builder—with virtual tours and a full gallery of their homes.

NOTE: As you view the homes in this feature and the price categories in which they won awards, be aware that these homes may not currently be built at those prices because of the pandemic-spurred shortages and higher prices of construction materials.

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BEST OF SHOW

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s Best of Show s People's Choice s Best Home: $651K - $700K Division

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Spanish Revival Masterpiece A

triple win for LTR Construction in this year’s 2021 Parade of Homes! This 5 bedroom, 4 bath new home entry ran away with three extremely prestigious awards: “Best of Show,” “People’s Choice,” and “Best Home: $651K-700K.” Constructed in the Spanish Revival style with a contemporary flair, the exterior consists of a soothing off-white stucco with Cantera stone accents, a classic red barrel tile roof, and a large arched entry door.

The open concept interior is elegant, and the living area is magnificent with a lofty 2 story beamed ceiling and an equally towering stone fireplace surround. Sparkling white porcelain flooring covers the area, and niches, clerestory windows, and an immense crystal chandelier complete the design. The kitchen, with its contrasting colors of dark wood cabinetry, shining stainless appliances, and white quartz countertops, absolutely pops. The Master bedroom and bath have exceptional touches: a fireplace in the bedroom, and in the bath—a centered soaking jacuzzi, and a walk-through His ‘n Hers shower. The home is unquestionably a winner three times over.

LTR CONSTRUCTION

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C OV E R STO RY: P I N P O I N T C O N ST R U C T I O N

AWARD-WINNING ELEGANCE

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—with PinPoint Accuracy

s a longtime member of the Rio Grande Valley Builders Association, this is not the first time that PinPoint Construction has won Parade of Homes awards. From 2005 on, the company under Scottie Ruiz has earned a well-deserved reputation for building some of the finest luxury homes in the Rio Grande Valley. And the awards for its new home entry in the 2021 RGVBA Parade of Homes are a testament to PinPoint’s reputation as a leader in the luxury custom home building industry.

Scottie Ruiz is personally involved in every project. He does not limit his duties and responsibilities to just being the owner of the company who spends his time in the office. Typically, he is on the jobsite making sure that projects are on schedule and that the quality of the work being done is up to his strict standards. And with construction projects all over Hidalgo County and stretching as far as Harlingen and South Padre Island in Cameron County, Scottie spends most of his time out of the office doing what he does best for his customers—keeping an eye on the construction of their homes.

PinPoint Construction offers turnkey service, plus their flexibility allows them to build homes for a variety of budgets.

More importantly, rather than impose their styles, designs, or ideas on customers, PinPoint focuses on listening to what each client wants and then follows through.

Building superior homes using high-quality products is tough. But for Scottie Ruiz, what makes the process worthwhile is remembering who he is doing this for and what it means for his homebuyers—a home of happiness for a lifetime.

As part of PinPoint Construction’s commitment to superior construction, the company has recently become a member of the BUILT TO SAVE® program to certify its homes as high-performance.

PinPoint Construction offers residential and commercial construction throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Visit www.PinPointRGV.com or call (956) 720-0280 for more information.

Visit their model home at: West Ridge Estates - 1105 W. Fig Ave. in Pharr, Tx

VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE + SEE MORE PINPOINT CONSTRUCTION GALLERIES

PINPOINT CONSTRUCTION TEAM (L to R): Marisa Villarreal, Violeta Benavides, Matthew Rodriguez, Scottie Ruiz, Nick Limas, and Melaina Ruiz.

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BEST MASTER BED & BATH

BEST KITCHEN

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tilizing earthy colors combined with a contemporary aesthetic, PinPoint Construction created a 2 story Tuscan style home that was awarded “Best Home: $501K-550K.” The exterior has clean lines with warm stone, soft honey gold stucco, and expansive windows.

The 14 foot iron and glass entry door then centers the eye to the overall beauty of the exterior.

The interior of this home has a surprise—a kitchen design that won another award for PinPoint Construction: “Best Kitchen.” Lofty custom cabinets in deep gray contrast with brilliant white, while modern crystal and gold chandeliers atop an oversized island with a marbled quartz countertop, a Butler’s pantry, and a massive stainless refrigerator, all blend together for design perfection.

The Master Suite acquired yet a third award: “Best Master Bed and Bath.” A haven of privacy, the Master bedroom has intricate ceiling designs, large airy windows, a sitting area , and dramatic porcelain flooring. The Master bath area includes a fantastic walk-in glassed shower and an enormous closet with custom cabinetry. Three awards for one home—certainly a testament of merit.

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PINPOINT CONSTRUCTION m (956) 720-0280 K www.PinPointRGV.com k scottie@pinpointrgv.com Q @PinPointRGV E PinPoint Construction

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ENERGY EFFICIECY

Q & A FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT BUILT TO SAVE®

If you have a question about the BUILT TO SAVE® program, chances are you will find the answer here. If not, no worries.

Please email us at info@BuiltToSave.org if you have other questions.

What is a BUILT TO SAVE® certified home?

A BUILT TO SAVE® certified home is a new home that has been inspected and tested by a third-party RESNET home energy Rater during construction and after completion to verify that the highperformance BUILT TO SAVE® program requirements were met. A BUILT TO SAVE® home means homeowners will save more money on utilities compared to a similar home built only to minimum code and will provide more comfort, tighter construction, and better indoor air.

Is a BUILT TO SAVE® home the same as an ENERGY STAR® home?

No. An ENERGY STAR® certification requires more extensive compliance with energy efficiency requirements than the BUILT TO SAVE® certification. If a home qualifies as an ENERGY STAR® home, it automatically qualifies for the BUILT TO SAVE® certification.

How do I know if the home I am buying is a BUILT TO SAVE® certified home?

Ask to see the BUILT TO SAVE® certificate, which is issued to the builder for the homebuyer. You can also go to www.BuiltToSave.org and search for the home’s address under “Explore – Database of Certified Homes.” Email info@BuiltToSave.org if your address does not appear.

Can my builder certify a home as BUILT TO SAVE® at any time?

No. A home can only be certified as BUILT TO SAVE® if the walls have not been put in place so that a pre-drywall inspection can be performed. Ideally, a home in the BUILT TO SAVE® certification process should be started at the planning stage before construction begins. A thorough review of the floorplans, elevations, and Manual J in the planning stage is critical to ensure that the home will meet the requirements of the program once it is completed.

When is the BUILT TO SAVE® certificate issued?

The BUILT TO SAVE® certificate is only issued after the Rater submits the successfully completed checklists and photos of inspections and testing to the BUILT TO SAVE® program.

How much does a BUILT TO SAVE® certified home cost the builder?

The certificate includes a decal with whole-house systems information for the utility box panel as required by code. The fee for both the certificate and the decal is $205 and this cost is easily paid for by rebates of $200 to over $700 paid to the builder by local utility companies. The pre-drywall inspection and the final inspection fees are typically about $450 and are paid directly to the Rater. Builders must be BUILT TO SAVE® members, which requires a one-time annual fee of $175.

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How does a home qualify for BUILT TO SAVE® certification?

To qualify for BUILT TO SAVE® certification, a home must have tight construction, energy efficient windows, properly installed insulation, and properly-sized heating, cooling, and ventilation (HVAC) systems, and achieve an Energy Rating Index score of 63 or less, or be at least 5-10% more energy efficient than code. The builder and the home must be registered with BUILT TO SAVE®.

What is an Energy Rating Index score?

An Energy Rating Index score (ERI) is the nationally recognized standard of measuring the energy efficiency performance of a home. The ERI has become the industry standard used to calculate and predict the home’s energy use. While energy consumption of a home will vary depending upon personal factors associated with the occupants and their habits, an ERI score is still a good indicator of energy consumption. The lower the ERI score, the more energy efficient the home.

How is the ERI score calculated?

To calculate a home’s ERI score, a certified RESNET Energy Rater does an energy rating on your home using specially designed software and equipment to test the home upon completion. The Rater works with the builder before construction to identify problem areas or improvements needed to ensure the house will achieve the lowest ERI score possible and meet the BUILT TO SAVE® requirements.

What tests or inspections are performed by the Rater?

The Rater does an onsite inspection after the insulation is installed and before the drywall is applied to ensure proper installation and that there are no areas where air can escape between the attic and the interior spaces of the home. Upon completion of the home, the Rater will measure the air tightness of the home using a blower door test and a duct test to test the leakiness of the ducts. Results of these tests, along with data from software analysis, are used to generate a final Energy Rating Index score for the home and ensure that the home is in compliance with the BUILT TO SAVE® requirements.

How do I know if my new home is energy efficient?

While most builders claim to build energy efficient homes, and while many do, the only way to be sure is to have verification by an independent third-party home energy Rater. If your home is certified as a BUILT TO SAVE® home, there is no question that it is energy efficient, and you will have the Energy Rating Index score to know its projected energy efficiency performance.

How do I find a builder who builds BUILT TO SAVE® certified homes?

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aldo Homes, for many years, has consistently won awards in the annual RGV Parade of Homes, and this year is no different. Two Waldo Homes entries secured three top honors: “Best Home: $251K-300K”; “Best Home: $451K-500K”; and “Most Energy Efficient Home.”

Their first winning entry, awarded “Best Home: $251K-300K,” has a contemporary Farmhouse exterior. Red brick is combined with light cream stone, deep brown accents, and an oversized dark iron and glass front door. The interior blends beige brick accent walls, dark beamed cathedral ceilings, and brown ceramic wood plank tile flooring with contemporary touches of pale cream cabinetry and polygon clerestory windows.

Waldo Homes’ second entry was awarded both “Best Home: $451K-500K” and “Most Energy Efficient Home.” This Spanish Mediterranean home with red clay barrel tile roof, Chicago brick, Cantera stone, royal blue cupola, and massive custom wrought iron and glass front door is a triumph of design. The interior as well reveals quality and originality. It sparkles with whites and creams, marble and Cantera, crystal and gold. With its energy efficiency rating, this home is a true winner.

WALDO HOMES

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tate-of-the-art in both design and quality, a 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath new home entry by Homes by Innovative secured the “Best Home Over $900K” award in the 2021 Parade of Homes. The two-story Transitional exterior design with its gray tile roof, white stone and stucco, expansive windows, and custom arched iron and glass entry door, is a masterpiece of beauty.

The interior is filled with light from a multitude of oversized windows. A soaring two-story entry opens up to a double staircase of wood, glass, and chrome, and all-encompassing panoramic views of the backyard are seen through the open concept living area. Calacatta quartz countertops, ultra-modern appliances, unique lighting, and custom cabinetry fill the home. The living area and Master bedroom both have inviting fireplaces; the home has a high tech theatre room with Surround sound, and there is even an outdoor half basketball court. Certainly, this award-winning home has it all.

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HOMES BY INNOVATIVE

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or anyone who enjoys the nostalgia of a country farmhouse but needs modern conveniences, Villa Homes’ award winner in the “Best Home: $351K-400K” category is spot on. The exterior of this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home utilizes white painted brick in a herringbone design with dark wood and sable accents. A large bay window, oversized wood and glass entry door, and recessed lighting add a homey and welcoming aspect.

The interior embraces the farmhouse appeal of shiplap design wood accents, immaculate white painted brick, vibrant white cabinetry with a country flair, a large farmhouse kitchen sink, and wood-look plank ceramic flooring. Then, Villa Homes seamlessly added the modern appeal of an open concept floor plan, oversized windows, porcelain countertops, eye-catching modern gold and glass chandeliers, and leading-edge appliances and accessories. It is certainly easy to understand why the judges in the 2021 Parade of Homes chose this home as a great example of cohesive construction and design.

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VILLA HOMES

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ant to know what an award-winning “Best Home: $301K-350K” looks like?

EB Luxury Homes designed and built a distinctive 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home that earned them this award in the 2021 Parade of Homes. With an ultra-modern Mediterranean exterior that utilizes creamy white Cantera stone and stucco, dusky gray roof, oversized glass windows, and arched glass entry door, the home is a delight to behold.

Inside, sparkling white Amani porcelain tile covers the floor of the open concept living, dining, kitchen area. Unique ceiling designs, custom created for the home, add a superb impact, and an oversized picture window with a view to the private middle courtyard floods natural light into the space.

The private Master Suite is what dreams are made of: a romantic fireplace surrounded by exotic porcelain tile, and a bathroom with a glassed-in steam shower plus an immense walk through closet with plentiful built-ins. The home overall is a tribute to excellence in concept and design.

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EB LUXURY HOMES

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arolina Homes garnered the award for “Best Home $201K-250K” category for its sleek, contemporary Mediterranean-themed home. The exterior—pristine white with warm river rock, linear windows, and squared turret—is minimalist in design and maximal in crisp, clean beauty.

The interior of the 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home follows along in color scheme, with warm wood-look flooring and immaculate soft whites and grays. Stainless appliances along with silver-toned lighting, hardware, and accessories throughout the home all add to an excellent cohesiveness of color and style.

The open concept living, dining, kitchen area with high designer ceilings and large windows open to backyard views is geared to family togetherness while the separate and sizeable Master suite at the rear of the home is a serene sanctuary. A separate laundry room, 2 car garage, and privacy fence complete the faultlessness of this award-winning home.

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CAROLINA HOMES

m (956) 369-1024 K www.CarolinaHomesRGV.com k info@carolinahomesrgv.com Q @CarolinaHomesRGV E Carolina Custom Homes VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR HOME SPECS, GALLERY & VIRTUAL TOUR! RGVNEWHOMESGUIDE.COM/BLOG

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H O M E S PAC E S

Featured Builders

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SPONSORED BY MATERIALES EL VALLE INC

I have been a customer of Materiales El Valle for many years and value their business integrity and knowledge of the products they sell. I rely on their consistent introduction of new and trending products to make my homes stand out.

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t the top of the list of Materiales El Valle’s popularity are its millions of square feet of product inventory and thousands of square feet of showroom space with beautiful fullsized displays and samples of products including brick, ceramic tile, glass mosaic tile, handmade Saltillo tile, roof tile, porcelain, marble, Travertine, Cantera, engineered stone, and wood flooring. If a product makes your home stand out from the ordinary, the company almost certainly has it in stock—and in large supply.

(956) 369-1024 • (956) 618-3252 www.CarolinaHomesRGV.com info@carolinahomesrgv.com k @CarolinaHomesRGV Q Carolina Custom Homes E

- ARIEL SALINAS

Ariel & Monica Salinas Builder / Owners

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And what could go better with the largest inventory? How about the best prices! The company’s longstanding history with name-brand manufacturers is a major part of its success. Because of those relationships, Materiales El Valle is able to not only offer lower prices; more importantly, the company is able to introduce the latest trending products, which may explain why so many builders win awards for homes that use materials that are often new to the market.

No matter how good products are and how inexpensive they may be, shoppers, however, tend to place greater value on how they are treated and if they can rely on their vendor to be there for them. And that’s where the company excels—customer service. Combined with their many years of knowledge and experience, Materiales El Valle’s staff provides a friendly, personal service that makes buyers feel like family…because in the company’s eyes, they are. And that keeps customers coming back.

FEATURED PRODUCT: LAMOSA Villawood Sandal (8” X 36”) ceramic tile flooring is available in a variety of colors in a matte finish. This ceramic tile looks like real natural wood with the durability and ease of care of ceramic tile-great for floors or walls.

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The Materiales El Valle showrooms with their large selection of flooring, tile, and natural stone products are excellent for inspiring new ideas and designs. I can always depend on them having the products I need when I need them. Good prices, too!

- JESUS ESPINO

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PALMVIEW, TX: 1020 W. Palma Vista Dr. / (956) 581-1109

Jesus Espino Builder / Owner DONNA, TX: 931 West Expwy. 83 / (956) 464-5152

EDINBURG, TX: 3910 S. Jackson Rd. / (956) 994-8550

Rosalio Espinoza Owner

FEATURED PRODUCT: CASTEL Armani White (24” X 48”) porcelain tile adds instant elegance and class to any space with its high-gloss finish and impressive large tiles which join together perfectly for a clean, seamless look. Use on floors or walls for a unique finish.

See a full gallery of homes that used the company’s products online at www.rgvNewHomesGuide.com and get inspired to add some bling and excitement to your next building or remodeling project.

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FINANCING

THE ONE-TIME CLOSE HOME LOAN

A WORRY-FREE OPTION FOR BUILDING YOUR NEW HOME

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uying or building a new home can be a wonderfully rewarding and memorable experience. Yet it can be a tedious and stressful experience if you are not prepared and knowledgeable on how the process works—especially when it comes to financing.

Financing will indeed be one of the most important stages of buying or building your home. Choosing the right lender and the right type of mortgage can make a big difference, not just on how much your new home will cost when you buy it, but how much it will cost you over the life of the loan. Here are two choices on financing, one of which you will need to make if you are building your home.

THE CONSTRUCTION TO PERMANENT FINANCING OPTION

This is the most commonly chosen form of financing for new home building projects and includes two loans: a short-term loan to finance the construction of the home and then a long- term mortgage loan once the home is completed.

This process will include two loan applications, two closings, and may involve two different lenders and two different interest rates.

THE ONE-TIME CLOSE FINANCING OPTION

This type of loan is exactly what it is called. It is a one-time Construction to Permanent loan, which means a homebuyer will only submit one loan application and be required to close on their loan once only.

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The advantages are quite obvious. Unlike the typical Construction to Permanent Financing option which requires two loans, with the One-Time Close option, you won’t have to be approved twice for your home loan. If your financial situation changes, or if the appraisal of the home is lower than what was expected once the home is built, you may not be able to receive permanent financing if using the Construction to Permanent Financing option. With the One-Time Close option, once you are approved and your home appraised, you’ll know your permanent financing is secure, regardless of unforeseen changes in your financial status after the fact.

Aside from saving money and paperwork from not having two loans and two closings, having the peace of mind that you can move forward on building your new home once you are approved is—above all—the biggest benefit of choosing the One-Time Close financing option.

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BUILDING INDUSTRY NEWS Many Thanks, RGVBA Parade of Homes Committee THE SUCCESS OF THE 2021 RIO GRANDE VALLEY BUILDERS ASSOCIATION’S PARADE could not have been possible without the coordinated efforts of the Parade of Homes Committee members and the generosity of volunteers. The event itself only takes place for two weekends a year, but the preparation for the event begins 8 to 9 months before, almost as long as most Parade entries take to build.

The Rio Grande Valley Builders Association would like to extend its thanks and appreciation to the Parade of Homes Committee members for their hard work and dedication: Paco Vielma / Parade Co-Chair (Southpoint Systems, LLC); Mike Duffy / Parade Co-Chair (Builders FirstSource); Laura Soria and Karla Garza (Across Media Marketing / New Homes Guide); Manny Gonzalez (McCoy’s Building Supply); Leslie Schey (2-10 Home Buyers Warranty); and Johnny Vasquez / RGVBA Executive Assistant.

To find out how to participate in the RGVBA Parade, or to become a member of the Association, contact (956) 682-2932 or info@rgvba.org

(L to R): Karla Garza (New Homes Guide), Laura Soria (Across Media Marketing), and Marcy Alamia

McCoy’s Building Supply Volunteers (L to R): Adolfo Sanchez, Carlos Soto, Roberto Varela, Sal Lopez, Marcy Alamia (RGVBA Executive Director), Rick Valverde, Mario Madrigal, and Jacinto Lopez

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The Rio Grande Valley Builders Association Hosted Its Annual Fishing Tournament on South Padre Island THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY BUILDERS ASSOCIATION (RGVBA) HELD ITS ANNUAL FISHING TOURNAMENT on Saturday, July 10, at Jim’s Pier on South Padre Island, Texas. Over 35 boats participated in the event—the most in the past few years. The enthusiastic participation this year was due, in part, to the fact that the fishing tournament was cancelled last year because of the pandemic. “I think people were excited and ready to enjoy the outdoors again with their friends and family in a relaxing and entertaining event,” said Paco Vielma, Fishing Tournament Chair.

The event is open only for members of the RGVBA and features 4-person boats competing for cash prizes and bragging rights. This annual event for the RGVBA is always scheduled immediately after the Parade of Homes event, giving everyone an opportunity to relax and recover from all the hard work required to do a successful Parade of Homes, especially during these pandemic times. Participants used their fishing skills (and luck) to compete for cash prizes in various fishing categories, such as the heaviest redfish up to 25”, the heaviest trout up to 21”, and the heaviest flounder over 15”. Additional cash prizes included a Grand Slam prize, awarded to the team with the highest combined weight of one redfish, one flounder and one trout, and a “fun” cash prize awarded for the redfish with the most spots.

Marcy Alamia (RGVBA Executive Director) announcing the winners!

The RGVBA thanks its generous Fishing Tournament Sponsors: LUMBER SPONSORS • McCoy’s Building Supply • Magic Valley Electric Cooperative • Texas National Bank Mortgage DIAMOND SPONSOR • Builders FirstSource GOLD SPONSOR • Texas Gas Service ADDITIONAL SPONSORS • Food Sponsor: Sierra Title Company and McCoy’s Building Supply • Beverage Sponsor: Encore Title To find out how to become a member of the Rio Grande Valley Builders Association, contact (956) 682-2932 or info@rgvba.org

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The McCoy’s Team with Marielsa (Sierra Title) and Marcy (RGVBA)

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The Montecito, Red Rock Development’s latest new home community, is now available for lot sales in North Edinburg off Monte Cristo Road. This private gated community features affordable lots in Block 1 from the $40’s with homes from 1,500 sq. ft. A Homeowners Association and architectural controls ensure that the beauty of the neighborhood is maintained. Located minutes from UT-RGV with easy access to Expressway 281 (I-69).

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Edinburg’s newest gated community, Canton Heights, is now open for lot sales. Located in an ideal area off Canton Road with easy access to Expressway 281 (I-69), this private and exclusive community is zoned near award-winning schools, and close to shopping, restaurants, and business locales. Architectural controls will ensure the neighborhood’s beauty and home property values. Choose from prime, spacious lots available now.

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Gated community. Call to reserve your lot today. Take advantage of great lot prices in Vendôme’s Phase II, a planned gated community on North Ware Road in McAllen. Vendôme is located within walking distance to IDEA Academy and to Texas A&M University and is minutes from the University of Texas RGV. This privately gated and fenced neighborhood features 93 lots, a walking park, and high-speed internet.

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Weslaco’s latest new home community is now open for lot sales and features 56 homesites in a variety of lot sizes—from 6,000 sq. ft. to over 12,000 sq. ft. Enjoy a quiet countryside area of town, near schools, medical offices and hospital, and a short, straight drive to the Progreso International Bridge. Home requirements include a minimum of 1,200 sq. ft. (living) and brick or stucco exteriors with a 30-year warranty on composition shingles in selected colors. A $1,000 non-refundable deposit will hold your lot until you are ready to build. Reserve yours now!

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