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Location: 27980 N. Trilogy Blvd., Peoria Pricing: From the high $200s Size: 1,392–2,717 square-feet Beds/baths: 2–3 bedrooms, 2–3.5 baths Sales office hours: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Mon.–Thurs. & Sat.; noon–6 p.m. Fri; 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Sun. Info: TrilogyLife.com/Vistancia; 623-399-4286 Description: Trilogy at Vistancia is a 55+ community located in North Peoria. The community features two distinct resort clubs for members to enjoy a resort-like lifestyle. Recently opened is a brand-new Model Gallery featuring seven new model homes. These floorplans showcase open layouts with seamless indoor-outdoor integration.

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Fox Haven

  Location: 10300 N. 79th Way, Scottsdale (Gold Dust Ave. and Hayden Rd.) Pricing: $2,149,900 Size: 4,400–4,900 square-feet Beds/baths: 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths Sales office hours: By appointment only Info: CachetHomes.net; 480-556-7038 Description: Brand-new custom home in the heart of Scottsdale designed by the award-winning Scrivner Design Group. Spanish-style singlelevel home with casita, courtyard entry, pool and landscaping included. Move-in-ready.

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  Location: Honeycutt Rd. & Porter Rd., Maricopa Pricing: From the $190s Size: 1,595–4,732 square-feet Beds/baths: 2–9 bedrooms, 2–5 baths Sales office hours: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. daily Date of grand opening: Jan. 2018 Info: FultonHomes.com; 480-753-6789 Description: Glennwilde homes feature 49 new floorplans with single-story, loft and twostory options available. Features include granite countertops, 36-inch maple cabinets, faux-wood blinds, ceiling fans and more. Glennwilde offers a neighborhood pool and splash-pad as well as plenty of parks and walking trails.

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hen it comes to creating dramatic residential design, you might say homeowners are seeing the light.

Light fixtures “are making a big statement this year,” said Sue Goodrich, vice president of sales and marketing for Cachet Homes. Among other upscale communities, Cachet is the developer of Fox Haven, a community of single-family custom homes in North Scottsdale. “Light fixtures can personalize the look of your home and create a definite statement.”

“The right light fixture can add instant drama to a room,” agreed Ken Peterson, vice president of sales and Joshua Caldwell Via Toll Brothers marketing, Shea Homes Arizona. “Pendant lighting, industrial and vintage lighting, blown-glass lighting and overNatural and faux brick and stone the-top chandeliers are all on trend.”

Walls may be made of, mixed with or adorned with natural or Cove lighting — indirect lighting built into ledges or faux stone. recesses in a ceiling or high on the “Stone walls are a popular option for creating     a dramatic interior,” said Eileen Bennier, design walls of a room that directs up toward the ceiling and down adjacent walls — studio manager for Toll Brothers, a luxury   “provides a great effect in spaces like     homebuilder. Stone can often be found around laundry rooms and kitchens,” Peterson fireplaces, in dining rooms, at the bed-wall of    the master and in the foyer or entry, she said. said, “especially when mounted under or above cabinets or other architectural —Sue Goodrich, Cachet Homes Bennier said shiplap, a type of wooden board features.” (often rough-sawn pine paneling) used in barns and historic homes, also is showing up more and more in high-end homes.

Goodrich noted that faux brick on walls also continues to be popular.

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  On Nov. 8, 2017, the inaugural SAMM award ceremony was held at the Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia in Paradise Valley. The SAMM Awards, which stands for Builder Sales, Advertising, Marketing and Merchandising, were created to recognize leadership and innovation among homebuilders. Shea Homes was honored with an award for Best Community Sales Collateral for its new Shea Signature community, Azure Paradise Valley. Designed in collaboration with Erik Peterson from PHX Architecture, Azure features 66 residences with options such as rolling walls of glass, detached casitas, elevators, wine rooms and car-charging stations.

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here’s a self-indulgent emerging trend in new-home design and construction: outdoor showers.

Indeed, more buyers today are opting for outdoor showers to create a tranquil retreat. Often an extension of the master bath, outdoor showers give homeowners the opportunity to relax and unwind in a special personalized atmosphere.

Spa-like experience Many homeowners are now extending their living spaces to the outdoors, creating a seamless transition between inside and out for dining, lounging, entertaining and relaxing. In large part because of this, outdoor showers, which were once considered a novelty item, have become an increasingly popular option.

“We’ve had more requests for outdoor showers, which have evolved over the last two years,” said Kevin Rosinski, senior division vice president for Toll Brothers.

“Instead of a basic shower used to rinse off, buyers are now wanting to create an intimate outdoor space for a spa-like experience.”

Some builders now offer outdoor showers as options; for example, Toll Brothers showcases this option in some of their communities such as Toll Brothers at Adero Canyon in Fountain Hills and Talon Ranch in North Scottsdale.

Luxurious features To add to the pampering experience, some buyers are adding other amenities such as massage tables and lounge chairs to create an even more sumptuous outdoor retreat.

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“We build higher privacy walls and incorporate a wooden or metal overhead structure that encloses the space,” said Dan Waters, owner of Creative Environments, an award-winning landscape design company. “It not only helps people relax and decompress, but brings in the natural elements of the outdoors. We’re fortunate that we can take advantage of the beautiful year-round weather in Arizona.”

To create the space, builders like Toll Brothers install a wall of glass that is connected to the master bathroom and can be opened to the outdoor shower.

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of the master bathroom and can only be accessible from inside the home,” Rosinski said. “It creates an environment that mimics a high-end spa.”

Functional designs Buyers can also choose smaller, more functional outdoor shower options in the backyard.

“A typical garden shower gives people the convenience of being able to rinse off after spending time outdoors swimming or mowing the lawn,” Waters said.

Depending on whether an outdoor shower is a builder option or something you’re installing after-market, the shower may or may not be able to be built during home construction. They tend to range in price from approximately $1,500 to $15,000 depending on selections.

“The space is simple and you don’t need a large area to create an outdoor shower,” Waters said. “It’s also typically an easy job to turn the plumbing outside during new construction.”

Resort-style living In some communities, Toll Brothers offers outdoor pool houses (with a shower, changing room and bathroom) that are great for storing pool gear and towels and hanging swimsuits up to dry.

The space can also include an open multi-purpose room for playing games or watching television, perfect for entertaining guests.

“This new concept is inspired by the popular staycation trend that so many Arizonans like to enjoy at local resorts,” Rosinski said. “People want to feel like they are on vacation at home.”

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Affinity at Verrado is a collection of brand-new designs offering a wide variety of options to personalize the home. The single-family new-home community offers two single-story and three two-story home designs up to 2,681 square-feet that all provide ample entertaining space.

Interior features include nine-foot ceilings, designer brushed nickel light fixtures, open floor plans and more. In the owner’s suites, buyers will find cultured marble dual vanities, large walk-in closets and designer birch vanity cabinets.

The kitchens feature recessed lighting, classic maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances, plenty of storage, a pantry and a welcoming dining area. With numerous nearby parks and Verrado amenities as well as easy access to I-10, Affinity at Verrado is a beautiful place to call home.

Thoughtfully designed homes in a welcoming community setting are what buyers will find at Mattamy’s Benton Park at Eastmark. With seven home designs, buyers can choose from a mix of both single- and two-story floorplans ranging from 1,627 to 3,232 square-feet.

Benton Park residents benefit from the many amenities of the Eastmark master plan; this includes a large outdoor swimming pool, a toddler pool, community center and an assortment of community parks and community events.

The 100-acre Eastmark Great Park is the center point of the familyfriendly community.

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Potential buyers are welcome to visit Benton Park and build their new home from the ground up — or if they are looking to move more quickly, buyers should ask about quick move-in homes which offer buyers new homes already under construction with sooner move-in availability.

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Number of homes: 83 homesites Prices: From the $200,000s Address: 21007 W. Almeria Road, Buckeye Directions: Take I-10 west to Verrado Way. Turn right at Verrado Way and then left at McDowell Road.

Affinity at Verrado is located on the north side of McDowell Road, west of Verrado Way. Sales office hours: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mon.–Thurs. & Sat., noon–6 p.m. Fri., 11 a.m. –6 p.m. Sun. Phone: 877-546-8669 Website: KHOV.com/Affinity-Verrado

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Number of homes: 134 homesites; approximately 28 remaining for sale Prices: From the mid $200,000s Address: 4513 S. Volt Lane, Mesa Directions: Take I-10 east and merge onto U.S.-60 east and then onto Loop 202 south. Exit onto Elliott Road and turn left. Turn right at Signal Butte Road and right again at Point Twenty-Two Blvd. Left at Parc Joule, left again at Corbin Ave. Right at Volt Lane.

Sales office hours: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sat.–Thurs., 1–6 p.m. Fri. Phone: 480-485-3797 Website: MattamyHomes.com/Phoenix

With a huge selection of quick move-in homes that include beautiful upgrades and the latest energy-saving features, you are certain to find the ideal home for you and your family.

Visit today to find the home of your dreams!

NORTHWEST VALLEY Traditions at The Meadows FINAL OPPORTUNITIES! FROM THE UPPER $300s 98th AVE. & DEER VALLEY RD.

Fusion II at The Meadows

Aspire at Montaña Vista

GRAND OPENING JANUARY 20 41st AVE. & SOUTH MOUNTAIN AVE. Join our VIP interist list!

Affinity at Verrado

FROM THE LOW $200s MCDOWELL RD. & VERRADO WAY

GRAND OPENING JANUARY 13 FROM THE LOW $300s 98th AVE. & DEER VALLEY RD.

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COMING SOON! FROM THE UPPER $300s 98th AVE. & DEER VALLEY RD. Join our VIP interist list!

SOUTHWEST VALLEY Affinity at Montaña Vista 43RD AVE. & SOUTH MOUNTAIN AVE. FROM THE LOW $200s

FROM THE UPPER $100s SIENNA HILLS PKWY & HUBBLE ST.

Summit at Pinnacle Peak Patio

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FROM THE LOW $400s 68TH ST. & MCDOWELL RD.

Summit at Silverstone

FROM THE MID $500s 74TH ST. & PINNACLE PEAK RD.

Pinnacle at Silverstone

FROM THE UPPER $300s 74TH ST. & PINNACLE PEAK RD.

PHOENIX Pointe 16

FROM THE LOW $400s 16TH ST. & MORTEN AVE.

FINAL OPPORTUNITIES! FROM THE UPPER $500s ALMA SCHOOL RD. & JOMAX RD.

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68TH ST. & MCDOWELL RD. FROM THE UPPER $400s

Looking for a new home, but unsure where to start?

Contact our friendly Community Information Specialists at 877-546-8669

Affinity at Montaña Vista 43rd Ave. & South Mountain Ave. in Laveen • Single- and two-story homes up to 2,685 square feet • Up to 5 bedrooms • 3-car garages available • Convenient spaces such as HovHubs and HovHalls • Spacious lofts on two-story designs • From the low $200s

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For instance, Brokers Hub Realty in Phoenix carries a toolbox of software.

One Contact Relationship Manager (CRM), called Realvolve, is “the brain of the company and manages our database,” says Nicholas Yale, CRS, ABR, CHMS, the company principal.

“Whenever we meet a client, vendor or other agent, their information goes into this system. We capture every piece of info we can: birthdates, children’s names, email addresses, phone numbers, dates met, homeownership anniversaries and other details.”

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Digital transaction management systems open doors for new-home buyers Scrap the paperwork, tap the keyboard

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ew-home buyers want door keys, not reams of paper.

Expediting the one and avoiding the other is the goal of digital transaction management systems which allow the parties to a new-home transaction –– the title company, lender, buyer/seller and brokers –– to share documents and updates electronically. In the past, this process, mandated by the Arizona Department of Real Estate, was exclusively accomplished on paper.

Web-based systems These are usually web-based systems and can be set up per brokerage specifications, said Patrick Lewis, an associate broker with Realty Executives and president-elect of the Arizona REALTORS® Association

for 2018. In 2008, the association, which represents 48,000-plus members, was one of the first state associations nationwide to provide members a transaction management system.

“Digital transaction management systems have the capability to share documents with all parties involved and most importantly, they keep a log that can be viewed to provide evidence that one of the parties viewed/downloaded a document, for example,” he added.

“Most of the systems integrate with an electronic signature product which can help streamline the process as well.”

Different implementations Each brokerage sets up its transaction management system differently.

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president-elect Arizona REALTORS® Association

Realvolve manages transactions, too.

When a seller lists his/her home, the system allows the company to set a “workflow” which automatically emails the client with forms they need to fill out and return.

When an offer is made, the system sends emails/tasks/texts to all the parties in the transaction to keep the process moving.

“For us, it streamlined a lot of items that we found we were doing with each file, every single time,” Yale said. “Items like that were automated and saved us valuable time. For the client, they are being communicated with much more than before thus making them feel like they are always up to date.”

Standard documents ZipForms, another popular system, hosts standard industry documents. A template is created containing the forms and familiar verbiage: a home listing, a purchase contract or a lease agreement, for instance. “We simply create a profile

for the client, drag in this template and then fill in the contract ‘holes’ and are ready to send it to the client,” Yale said.

For signing, agents use DocuSign, which works with ZipForms, sending a document electronically to the client for an e-signature. “A client opens the email, clicks on a weblink, chooses a signature (or can create their own with an iPad) and can review and add their signature,” Yale added.

Finally, SkySlope provides for methodically uploading document PDFs into the system. “For example, we have ours set that when an agent sells a listing, there are 16 items they must upload in order to have a complete file,” Yale said.

“Once they upload a file, our broker is able to log into the system and review it, make notes to the agent for any corrective action and/or approve the file so commissions can be dispersed.”

“It is clean, easy to access in the event of an audit and everything is timestamped, so all parties can be assured the file is being reviewed within the timeframe allowed by law,” he noted.

The system stores the transaction in the cloud.

Benefits abound Pretty much everyone involved benefits with digital transaction systems.

“By ensuring that the consumer has access to all the executed documents, the process is transparent, efficient and streamlined, allowing the transaction to close on time,” Lewis said.

Companies avoid paperwork and conveniently get documents to everyone securely and efficiently.

“Additionally, digital transactions eliminate the need to store paper files which can be costly and consume a lot of space,” he said. “No matter where a couple lives, whether they are local or relocating across the world or facing a temporary move, their REALTOR® can keep them in the loop on a regular basis about the status of the transaction as well as provide them executed copies of documents in a secure manner.”

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Grand Opening!

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Taking its cue from some of the most celebrated and timeless Spanish architecture and designs, Windrose is a thoughtfully planned master planned community, inspired by quality and detail and offering distinctive home designs, a community park, walking trails, and convenient access to the highly-ranked Litchfield School District, freeways and the White Tank Mountains.

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NW Corner of Perryville & Camelback Road

Take Loop 303 to Camelback Road. Head West to Perryville. Take a Right to Missouri Ave.

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What do I need to know about my new home’s garage insulation?

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Why insulate our garage?

Will an uninsulated or underinsulated garage affect the performance of the rest of our home?

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Insulating garages is beneficial by “taking the edge off” garage temperatures both in the summer and winter. It serves the greatest need if you plan on spending time in your garage on projects, hobbies, etc. And if at some time in the future, you want to control the temperature of the garage, heating or cooling insulation is essential. Whether the garage is insulated or not has minimal effect on the rest of the home. It would only help by placing higher (or lower) temperatures on shared walls between conditioned and unconditioned space.

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If we do insulate the garage, should it be insulated the same way as our livable space?

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lower standard. You might insulate your livable exterior walls to an R-24 achieved by foam but the exterior walls of your garage to R-19, which batt insulation can deliver.

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What are the options to consider?

You will need to consider how the garage is actually going to be used. If you’re going to be in there other than for just getting into and out of your car, then insulation is a very good investment for your comfort. Discuss with your [builder or] insulation contractor.

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How about the garage door? Should that be insulated too?

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To fully benefit from insulating the walls and ceiling of a garage, the garage door should also be insulated.

Quality installers can do this or DIY kits are available at home-improvement or hardware stores. These effectively reduce temperatures in the garage, especially on west-facing doors.

Source: Dennis Rodenburg, Principal at Thermal Advantage — Reported by: David M. Brown

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Decoding energy-efficient lingo

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What does net zero-energy mean?

A net zero-energy home uses as much energy as it produces within a year.

These homes usually produce their energy through rooftop solar panels, however, there are other sources of energy production available.

Generally, these homes are built to extreme energy-efficient standards to minimize the home’s annual energy consumption. A solar system is then sized to generate enough energy over the year to offset the home’s annual energy needs.

What is an energy-efficient home?

An energy-efficient home has built-in features and mechanical systems that are upgraded to a higher standard to use less energy. An energy-efficient home has upgraded insulation, sealed ductwork, tight construction and upgraded Low-E (Low Emissivity) windows that allow the home to hold the conditioned air for longer periods of time.

An energy-efficient home also incorporates ENERGY STAR®-labeled appliances and efficient lighting and mechanical systems that use less energy.

All of these features add up to significant annual cost savings.

What is a net positive-energy home?

A net positive-energy home goes through the same evaluation process as the net zero-energy home, but the amount of energy produced by the home will be more than what the home uses throughout a year. This can be achieved by adding more energy-efficient features and/or increasing the size of a solar system.

This method of building is often costprohibitive and does not provide a shortterm return on investment. However, this is a legitimate approach for a homeowner to further reduce their carbon footprint if that is the primary goal. The excess energy can then be sent back to the power grid or it can be used to charge on-site battery storage or even an electric vehicle.

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ew-home buyers want an energyefficient home. However, the language that is used to describe the available features can be confusing.

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5 Agave Heights

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6 AIRE

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7 Bella Via 

Pulte Homes Quick Move-In Homes Available From the mid $200s Signal Butte Rd. & Ray Rd., Mesa Pulte.com 480-354-3373

8 Calliandra Estates 

Toll Brothers New Model & Clubhouse Now Open!

From the low $500s Between Higley & Greenfield roads & Riggs Rd., Gilbert CalliandraEstates.com 480-245-7198

9 Canyon Gate Blandford Homes Grand Opening New Models From the low $400s McKellips Rd. & Hawes Rd., Mesa BlandfordHomes.com 480-641-1800 10 Circle Cross Ranch 

Pulte Homes From the low $200s Quick Move-In Homes Available Empire Blvd & Gary Rd., San Tan Valley Pulte.com 480-551-7461

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Mountain Bridge

Blandford Homes Grand Opening New Models From the mid $400s McKellips Rd. & Hawes Rd., Mesa BlandfordHomes.com 480-641-1800

12 Dorada Estates 

Toll Brothers Gated Community in Chandler School District From the mid $500s 17673 E. Bronco Dr., Queen Creek DoradaEstates.com 480-314-6777

13 Eastmark —

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Mattamy Homes From the mid $200s S.E. corner of Ray Rd. & Ellsworth Rd., Mesa MattamyHomes.com 602-497-3226

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From the upper $200s S. Ellsworth Rd. & E. Ray Rd., Mesa TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738

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Move-In-Ready Homes Available From the low $300s S.E. corner of Ellsworth Rd. & Ray Rd., Mesa MaracayHomes.com 480-500-9328

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Mattamy Homes Now Open

From the mid $300s Arizona Ave. & Queen Creek Rd., Chandler MattamyHomes.com 602-497-3226

18 Encore at North Shore 

Mattamy Homes From the low $300s McQueen Rd. & Elliot Rd., Gilbert MattamyHomes.com 602-497-3226

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20 The Estates at 32nd Street

Blandford Homes Now Selling!

From the high $700s McKellips Rd. & 32nd St., Mesa BlandfordHomes.com 480-987-7820

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Blandford Homes Now Selling!

From the low $800s Hawes Rd. & Range Rider Trail, Mesa BlandfordHomes.com 480-641-1800

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Pulte Homes Final Opportunities From the low $300s Guadalupe Rd. & Sossaman Rd., Mesa Pulte.com 480-986-2190

23 Germann Country Estates 

Keystone Homes Two Well-Appointed Custom Homes Priced at $752,000 Germann Rd. just west of Dobson Rd., Chandler KeystoneHomesAZ.com 480-720-3950

24 Granite Ridge 

Mattamy Homes Only Models Remain From the mid $700s McKellips Rd. & Crismon Rd., Mesa MattamyHomes.com 602-497-3226

25 Harmony at Eastmark

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Maracay Homes From the low $500s SE of Chandler Heights Rd. & Cooper Rd., Chandler MaracayHomes.com 480-500-9328

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Blandford Homes Centennial Collection: From the low $330s Heritage Collection: From the mid $360s Signal Butte Rd. north of Guadalupe Rd., Mesa BlandfordHomes.com 480-733-9000

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Pulte Homes From the high $200s Final Opportunities Lindsay Rd. & Riggs Rd., Chandler Pulte.com 480-314-7911

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Blandford Homes Grand Opening New Models From the low $500s McKellips Rd. & Hawes Rd., Mesa BlandfordHomes.com 480-641-1800

30 Morrison Ranch —

Artisan Collection 

Maracay Homes Move-In-Ready Homes Available From the mid $300s N.W. corner of Warner Rd. & Higley Rd., Gilbert MaracayHomes.com 480-500-9328

31 Morrison Ranch —

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Maracay Homes Final Opportunity Move-In-Ready Homes Available From the $500s N.W. corner of Warner Rd. & Higley Rd., Gilbert MaracayHomes.com 480-500-9328

32 Mountain View Manor 

Pulte Homes Quick Move-In Homes Available Now Selling from the $300s Adobe Dr. & Signal Butte Rd., Mesa Pulte.com 480-451-2650

33 Mulberry

Blandford Homes Arbor Collection: From the $250s; 480-895-6300 Americana Collection: From the $280s; 480-895-2800 Guadalupe Rd. east of Crismon Rd., Mesa BlandfordHomes.com

36 Promontory at Foothills West - Summit Collection Taylor Morrison From the low $500s NW of Pecos & 27th Ave., Phoenix TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738 37 Reflections at Eastmark

David Weekley Homes Now Selling Ellsworth Rd. & Ray Rd., Mesa DavidWeekleyHomes.com 480-768-4910

38 Rhythm 

Mattamy Homes The Condos From the mid $200s Priest Drive between Warner & Ray, Chandler/Tempe MattamyHomes.com 602-497-3226

38 Rhythm  Mattamy Homes The Lofts From the low $300s Priest Drive between Warner & Ray, Chandler/Tempe MattamyHomes.com 602-497-3226 38 Rhythm  Mattamy Homes The Residences From the high $300s Priest Drive between Warner & Ray, Chandler/Tempe MattamyHomes.com 602-497-3226

38 Rhythm 

Mattamy Homes The Villas From the mid $300s Priest Drive between Warner & Ray, Chandler/Tempe MattamyHomes.com 602-497-3226

39 Robson Ranch

A Robson Resort Community (Active Adult) From the $180s I-10 and Jimmie Kerr Blvd, Casa Grande Robson.com • 520-426-3300

40 Rosewood

Canyon Estates  Rosewood Homes Close-Out! Move-In Ready Homes Available From the mid $400s 15715 S. 11th Ave., Phoenix RosewoodCanyonEstates.com 480-664-0499

41 Rosewood Grove 

Rosewood Homes Move-In Ready Homes Available From the mid $300s Power Rd. north of Queen Creek Rd., Queen Creek/Gilbert RosewoodGroveArizona.com 480-292-9008

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Bridge Blandford Homes From the high $300s Grand Opening New Models McKellips Rd. & Hawes Rd., Mesa BlandfordHomes.com 480-988-2400

43 Seville

Blandford Homes Grand Opening New Models From the mid $400s McKellips Rd. & Hawes Rd., Mesa BlandfordHomes.com 480-641-1800

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Toll Brothers Final Phase Released From the upper $400s 3857 E. Mead Dr., Chandler TollBrothersAtAvianMeadows.com 480-825-7946

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at Los Saguaros Toll Brothers Luxurious Mountain & City Light Views From the mid $400s 14180 N. Los Saguaros Dr., Marana TollBrothersAtLosSaguaros.com 520-572-9005

48 Toll Brothers at Whitewing

Toll Brothers Staff-Gated Luxury Community Tour Our New Model Home!

From the upper $700s 2731 E. Pelican Ct., Gilbert TollBrothersAtWhitewing.com 480-306-8655

49 Trovita Norte

Taylor Morrison From the low $500s Val Vista Dr. & Brown Rd., Mesa TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738

50 Victoria Estates —

Expedition Collection 

Taylor Morrison Last Chance! From the $400s Hawes Rd. & Ocotillo Rd., Queen Creek TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738

51 The Vista at Granite

Crossing Maracay Homes Coming Feb. 2018 From the low $400s N.E. corner of Crismon Rd. & Brown Rd., Mesa MaracayHomes.com 480-500-9328

K. Hovnanian® Homes From the upper $400s 69th St. & McDowell Rd., Scottsdale khov.com/Skye 877-546-8669

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at Merrill Ranch Del Webb Homes Now Selling Two New Plans From the high $100s Merrill Ranch Pkwy & Hunt Hwy, Florence DelWebb.com 520-413-6100

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(Vistancia) David Weekley Homes From the mid $400s Lone Mountain & Loop 303, Peoria DavidWeekleyHomes.com 480-768-4994

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Pulte Homes New Home-Sites Available From the mid $100s West Canyon Springs Blvd & Sun Valley Pkwy, Buckeye Pulte.com 928-252-2450

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David Weekley Homes From the high $300s Waddell Rd. & Reems Rd., Surprise DavidWeekleyHomes.com 480-352-2584

K. Hovnanian® Homes Now Pre-Selling!

Deer Valley Rd. & 97th Ave., Peoria khov.com/fusion-meadows 877-546-8669

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Maracay Homes From the high $300s 91st Ave. & Deer Valley Rd., Peoria MaracayHomes.com 480-500-9328

Camelot Homes From the high $500s 6422 W. Fetlock Trail, Phoenix CamelotHomes.com 602-908-8511

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6 Fusion at The Meadows K. Hovnanian® Homes Final Opportunities!

From the upper $300s Deer Valley Rd. & 97th Ave., Peoria khov.com/meadows-fusion 877-546-8669

K. Hovnanian Homes Coming Soon!

Deer Valley Rd. & 97th Ave., Peoria khov.com/Phoenix 877-546-8669

(Vistancia) David Weekley Homes From the low $400s Lone Mountain & Loop 303, Peoria DavidWeekleyHomes.com 480-768-4988

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Collection Taylor Morrison From the low $300s Jomax Rd. west of Lake Pleasant Pkwy, Peoria TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738

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Seasons at Ventana Lakes Coming Fall 2018 Beardsley & 107th Ave., Peoria khov.com/Phoenix 877-546-8669

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From the low $700s Eagle Ridge Dr. & N. Prospect Trail, Fountain Hills CamelotHomes.com 602-694-2869

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Collection Taylor Morrison From the mid $700s Near Pima Rd. & Westland Rd. off Hawknest Rd., Scottsdale TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738

3 Bellissima

Monterey Homes Spacious Casitas Available From the mid $800s Dixileta Dr. & 56th St., Phoenix MontereyHomes.com 877-278-4188

Ripson Homes From the $290s Patton Rd. & Bush St., Surprise SonoranAcres.com 480-980-9124

11 Ironhorse — Venture II

Collection Taylor Morrison From the mid $500s Alma School Rd. just north of E. Jomax Rd., Scottsdale TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738

Camelot Homes Now Selling!

From the low $1 millions 102nd St. south of McDowell Mountain Ranch Rd., Scottsdale CamelotHomes.com 602-919-2422

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Discovery Collection Taylor Morrison From the upper $300s 3rd Ave. & Greenway, Phoenix TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738

Mirabel Village  Monterey Homes Last Chance: From the mid $700s Cave Creek Rd. & Lone Mountain Pkwy, Scottsdale MontereyHomes.com 877-278-4188

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Pulte Homes Quick Move-In Homes Available Pyramid Peak Pkwy, north of Happy Valley Rd., Phoenix Pulte.com/Pyramid 623-444-1089

Monarch Series Pulte Homes Luxury homes from low $600s 60th St. & Lone Mountain Rd., Cave Creek Pulte.com/LoneMountain 480-824-2841

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Cachet Homes Custom homes from $1,500,000 30600 N. Pima Rd. #97, Scottsdale CachetHomes.net 480-556-7038 for appointment

5 Circle Mountain Pulte Homes Quick Move-In Homes Available From the mid $300s 33216 N. 26th Lane, Phoenix Pulte.com/circlemountain 623-444-1086 6 Copper Sky —Capstone

Collection Taylor Morrison From the mid $700s Pima Rd. & Westland Rd., Scottsdale TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738

7 Eastwood

Keystone Homes Now Selling From the high $400s Cave Creek Rd. West of Pima, Carefree EastwoodLife.com 480-422-0655

8 The Enclave at Borgata From the $800s 6166 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale EnclaveAtBorgata.com 480-ENCLAVE (480-362-5283) 9 Enclave on the Eighth

Taylor Morrison From the mid $500s Scottsdale Rd. & Westland Rd., Scottsdale TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738

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Cachet Homes Custom homes from $2,149,900 10300 N. 79th Way, Scottsdale CachetHomes.net 480-556-7038 for appointment

Cachet Homes Walk to shopping and dining From the low $300s West of Scottsdale Rd. & south of Mayo Blvd on 68th St., Scottsdale CachetHomes.net/MontereyRidge 480-356-0179

17 Optima Kierland

From the low $300s Sales Gallery: 15450 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale LiveAtOptimaKierland.com 480-630-1200

18 The Overlook at Firerock

Toll Brothers Paired Villas From the $600s 15925 E. Shea Blvd, Fountain Hills TollBrothers.com/AZ 480-663-3662

19 Pinnacle at Silverstone

K. Hovnanian® Homes From the upper $300s 74th St. & Pinnacle Peak Rd., Scottsdale khov.com/Scottsdale 877-546-8669

18 Stetson Valley

Pulte Homes Quick Move-In Homes Available Happy Valley Rd. & 55th Ave., Phoenix Pulte.com/Stetson 623-444-1087

19 Sun City Festival

Del Webb Now Selling Two New Plans From the mid $200s West Canyon Springs Blvd & Sun Valley Pkwy, Buckeye DelWebb.com 928-252-6551

20 Tierra Del Sol

Pulte Homes Quick Move-In Homes Available Happy Valley Rd. & 95th Ave., Peoria Pulte.com/tierradelsol 623-444-1080

20 Pointe 16

K. Hovnanian® Homes From the lower $400s Morton Ave. & 16th St., Phoenix khov.com/Pointe16 877-546-8669

21 Sienna Hills

Blandford Homes Coming Soon From the $800s 124th St. & Shea Blvd, Scottsdale BlandfordHomes.com 480-661-3811

22 Sierra Highlands

Luxury Estates Rosewood Homes Move-In Ready Homes Available From the low to mid $1 millions 8484 E. Sand Flower Dr., Scottsdale SierraHighlands.com 480-970-1900

23 Sonoran Commons —

Encore & Summit Collections Taylor Morrison From the low $300s North Valley Pkwy & Sonoran Desert Dr., Phoenix TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738

24 Sonoran Gate — Discovery, Landmark & Summit Collections Taylor Morrison From the low $300s Dove Valley Rd./Sonoran Desert Dr. & 7th St. Alignment, Phoenix TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738 25 Summit at

Pinnacle Peak Patio K. Hovnanian® Homes Final Opportunities!

From the upper $500s Alma School Rd. & Jomax Rd., Scottsdale khov.com/Summit 877-546-8669

26 Summit at Silverstone

K. Hovnanian® Homes From the mid $500s 74th St. & Pinnacle Peak Rd., Scottsdale khov.com/Scottsdale 877-546-8669

27 Talon Ranch

Toll Brothers Final Opportunity; Quick Delivery Homes available from the mid $1 millions 7155 E. Navarro Way, Scottsdale TollBrothers.com/AZ 480-595-2800

21 Toll Brothers at

Blackstone Vistancia Toll Brothers The Retreat Collection Now Selling!

From the low $500s 30636 N. 117th Dr., Peoria TollBrothersAtBlackstone.com 623-398-6241

22 Traditions at Catania

K. Hovnanian® Homes Only one home left!

From the mid $200s 87th Ave. & Glendale Ave., Glendale khov.com/Catania 877-546-8669

23 Traditions at The Meadows

K. Hovnanian® Homes Final Opportunities!

From the upper $300s Deer Valley Rd. & 97th Ave., Peoria khov.com/meadows-traditions 877-546-8669

28 Toll Brothers at

Adero Canyon Toll Brothers Tour New Models!

From the low $900s 13484 N. Stone View Trail, Fountain Hills TollBrothers.com/AZ 844-836-5263

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Toll Brothers Now Selling! From the upper $600s 29221 N. Round Butte Rd., Rio Verde 480-284-7444 TollBrothers.com/AZ

30 Treo

Taylor Morrison From the upper $400s Miller Rd. & Osborn Rd., Scottsdale TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738

31 Treviso

Toll Brothers Final Opportunity!

From the mid $600s 7155 E. Navarro Way, Scottsdale TollBrothers.com/AZ 480-595-2800

32 Turquesa

Toll Brothers Final Opportunity!

From the low $1 millions 7155 E. Navarro Way, Scottsdale TollBrothers.com/AZ 480-595-2800

33 Verde River

Monterey Homes Hurry in for Pre-Model Pricing; Grand Opening 1/20/17!

E. Rio Verde Dr. & Vista Verde Dr., Rio Verde MontereyHomes.com 877-278-4188

34 The Villages at Aviano

Toll Brothers Luxury Condominiums Final Phase Released From the upper $200s 3935 E. Rough Rider, Phoenix TollBrothers.com/AZ 480-419-9300

35 White Horse

Camelot Homes Now Pre-Selling!

From the high $1 millions Pima Rd. & Los Gatos Dr., Scottsdale CamelotHomes.com 602-919-2422

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Mattamy Homes Only Models Remain From the mid $200s 103rd Ave. & Buckeye Rd., Tolleson MattamyHomes.com 602-497-3226 Cachet at The Wigwam Cachet Homes Villas/Condos: From $259,900 Townhomes: From $324,900 Single-Family Homes: From $349,900 Litchfield Rd. and W. Village Pkwy, Litchfield Park CachetAtTheWigwam.com 623-385-0129

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K. Hovnanian Homes Final Opportunities From the upper $200s Thomas Rd. & Verrado Way, Buckeye khov.com/cascina-verrado 877-546-8669

8 The Cove at Palm Valley North

Mattamy Homes From the mid $200s Camelback Rd. west of Litchfield Rd., Litchfield Park MattamyHomes.com 602-497-3226

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The Enclave David Weekley Homes From the low $300s Estrella Pkwy & I-10, Goodyear DavidWeekleyHomes.com 480-768-4995

10 Golf Canyon at Estrella — The Reserve David Weekley Homes From the low $400s Estrella Pkwy & I-10, Goodyear DavidWeekleyHomes.com 480-768-4997

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& Encore II Collections Taylor Morrison From the low $200s Perryville Rd. & Lower Buckeye Rd., Goodyear TaylorMorrison.com 480-346-1738

12 Mountainside at Victory at Verrado

David Weekley Homes Coming Soon, Jan. 2018 Verrado Way & I-10, Buckeye DavidWeekleyHomes.com 480-352-2584

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Mattamy Homes The Canyons Final Opportunity; Only Models Remain

By Appointment Only From the high $400s Camelback Rd. west of Litchfield Rd., Litchfield Park MattamyHomes.com 602-497-3226

14 Palm Valley North

Mattamy Homes The Estates Final Opportunity By appointment only Camelback Rd. west of Litchfield Rd., Litchfield Park MattamyHomes.com 602-497-3226

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Mattamy Homes The Reserve Final Opportunity; Only One Model Remains

By Appointment Only From the high $500s Camelback Rd. west of Litchfield Rd., Litchfield Park MattamyHomes.com 602-497-3226

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Active Adult Maracay Homes From the mid to upper $300s N. Verrado Way to Victory Blvd, Buckeye MaracayHomes.com 480-500-9328

Maracay Homes Grand Opening!

From the $200s NW Corner of Bullard Ave. & Encanto Blvd., Goodyear MaracayHomes.com 480-500-9328

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a choice for affluent homeowners, according to several sources.

Bennier said “wine showrooms” are often requested by Toll Brothers homebuyers. Wine cellars or refrigerators remain popular, experts say, but a winetasting room combines the best of wine storage and a space to enjoy a red or white varietal.

Culinary décor delights In the kitchen, “glass doors on cabinets and painted cabinets in white, cream or light gray with a glaze are very popular and add a lot of effect,” Goodrich [of Cachet Homes] said. “And there are fabulous backsplash choices to customize a look.” Appliance upgrades with large stainless-steel hoods make a great statement in the kitchen, she said.

Meanwhile, Bennier [of Toll Brothers] said that a contrasting color for cabinets in the island can have a dramatic effect as well.

Countertops are moving beyond granite, Goodrich said, in homes where buyers want a sleek contemporary ambience. “Popular quartz finishes can provide a contemporary look,” she said, depending on the backsplash, flooring, cabinetry and lighting that the buyer selects. “Granite tends to be more traditional. We are seeing more people installing quartz at this time rather than granite.”

Some buyers are gravitating toward a “waterfall edge” for countertops where

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Maracay Homes Final Opportunity Move-In-Ready Homes Available From the high $400s Verrado Way & Delaney Dr., Buckeye MaracayHomes.com 480-500-9328

21 Victory at Verrado David Weekley Homes Active Adult: From the mid $400s Verrado Way & I-10, Buckeye DavidWeekleyHomes.com 480-768-4998

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Alfresco amenities “The buyer can customize the front of the home with landscape and hardscape,” Goodrich said. Pavers remain popular for walkways and driveways as well as artificial turf that stays green year-round,

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the flexibility of a walk-in shower instead of a bathtub and small shower, Goodrich said. And builders have been focused on larger laundry rooms that can be used for multiple functions, she said.

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Additional finishes Bennier and Goodrich both say woodlook tile on the floor remains popular.

Also, adding bold strokes can be as simple as an accent wall in a room, Peterson pointed out. “Accent walls create drama and don’t take a lot of effort or time,” he said. “Choose your favorite photo, map or graphic and order a wallsize mural. Or, tape off sections and use paint for a geometric look.”

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she added. “Some builders will allow upgrades to the exterior light fixtures to add some additional interest.”

Outdoor living rooms continue to gain favor among homebuyers, Bennier said.

“With Arizona’s outdoor lifestyle, bold backyards are always a good idea,” Peterson said. “Attention-grabbing water features make a statement. Poolside casitas, outdoor kitchens, fire-pits and conversation areas are also extremely popular.”

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the countertop finish continues down the side of the cabinet, Bennier said. Or, buyers may opt for butcher block for their island.

Shea Homes “has been at the forefront of unifying the great room, dining room and kitchen,” Peterson said. “It’s the way people live today. They don’t want to live in a compartmentalized world. Buyers are flocking to huge kitchens with gigantic islands. The kitchen is the nucleus of the house so buyers want plenty of island seating and a clear view of the great room space.”

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5687 N. Robson Blvd., Eloy, AZ 85131

Quail Creek

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1100 N. Eagle Hollow Rd., Green Valley, AZ 85614

6 Communities in Arizona • PebbleCreek • Robson Ranch • SaddleBrooke Ranch • SaddleBrooke • The Preserve • Quail Creek

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Greater Phoenix $$180s - $500s 150s - $500s 520.426.3300

Tucson Area $190s - $600s 520.648.0332

PebbleCreek Parkway

Metro Phoenix $200s -- $700s $700s $260s 623.935.6700

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The housing at any Robson Resort Community™ is intended for occupancy by at least one person 55 years of age or older per dwelling unit, although the occupants of a limited number of dwelling units may be younger. One person must be at least 40 years old in each unit. No one in permanent residence under 19 years of age. Homes at PebbleCreek are offered and sold by PebbleCreek Properties Limited Partnership, owner/agent. PebbleCreek Construction Company, general contractor, ROC 190149. Homes at Robson Ranch are offered and sold by Sun Lakes-Casa Grande Development, LLC, owner/agent. Robson Ranch Arizona Construction Company, general contractor, ROC 192584. Homes at Quail Creek are offered and sold by Robson Ranch Quail Creek, LLC, owner/agent. Robson Ranch Arizona Construction Company, general contractor, ROC 192584. Homes at SaddleBrooke Ranch are offered and sold by SaddleBrooke Development Company, broker for Robson Ranch Mountains LLC, owner. Robson Ranch Arizona Construction Company, general contractor, ROC 192584. Please review the CC&R’s for the Villas regarding details for home exterior, landscaping & common areas maintenance. No offer for sale or lease may be made or accepted prior to buyer’s receipt of an Arizona subdivision public report. A public report is available on the Arizona state real estate department’s website. Restaurants and golf courses currently are open to the public. The golf courses, pro shops and practice facilities at Robson Ranch, SaddleBrooke, The Preserve and SaddleBrooke Ranch will be owned by the developers or their assignee(s). Availability of these facilities for use by owners of interests in any of the developments is at the pleasure of the owners of the facilities. All photos/pictorials are artist’s conception. This shall not constitute an offer in any state where registration is required or if in violation of law. ©2018 Robson Communities®, Inc. All rights reserved. 17RC225