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Quadrant Homes Employees Giving for Payton’s Pals

At Quadrant Homes, we pride ourselves on giving back to the community. Right now, Quadrant employees are working together to raise funds for Payton’s Pals. This non-profit organization is dedicated to spreading awareness and promoting acceptance of individuals with Down syndrome. Best of all, every cent raised for Payton’s Pals will go directly towards supporting the Down Syndrome Community of Puget Sound and the annual “Buddy Walk.”

Buddy Walk 2013

The Buddy Walk, originally developed by the National Down Syndrome Society in 1995, celebrates Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October and has enjoyed a great deal of success in the past. According to Craig Schuldt, Community Sales Manager at Quadrant Homes, “In 2011…more than $11.2 million was raised nationwide to benefit local programs and services, as well as the national advocacy initiatives of NDSS that benefit all individuals with Down syndrome.” Schuldt is urging employees and community members to give what they can and emphasizes that “every penny, nickel, dime, quarter and dollar will add up.” For more information visit the Down Syndrome Community website. Everyone is welcome to participate!

Energy Efficient Homeowners Less Likely to Default

Environmentally conscious builders have been telling buyers for years that owning a green home is cheaper in the long run. However, there has never been enough hard data to prove these claims until now.

A New Study

A new study led by Nikhil Kaza, a University of North Carolina researcher, attempts to quantify the connection between energy efficiency in homes and the risk of defaulting on home loans. The study takes a look at 71,000 occupied single-family homes and compares those without an eco-friendly rating to the 21,000 with Energy Star certifications. In order to account for the mortgage crisis, the study uses home loans that originated between 2002 and 2012. In addition, they also control for variables such as average neighborhood income, climate, unemployment rates, house size and age, and credit score.

The Findings

The study uses real loan performance data supplied by industry leader CoreLogic and finds that the average default risk is 32% lower for owners of energy-efficient homes. The study also suggests that the higher the energy efficiency of a home, the less likely the homeowner is to default. In essence, the study seems to indicate that with significantly lower energy bills, homeowners have more money to devote to mortgage payments, making it less likely that they will default on their home loan.

Now what?

Thinking about buying a new home? Protect yourself by purchasing an environmentally-friendly home. Not only will you help the environment, you will also save money on energy bills and maybe even decrease the chance of defaulting on a mortgage. Looking for more information? You can download a copy of the study here.

Thinking about buying an energy-efficient new home? Visit Quadrant Homes and find your home in the greater Seattle area. Quadrant new homes offer Energy Star washing machine and refrigerator options as well as other standard EnergySmart features! Contact us today at 866-784-6637.

Happy National Volunteer Week from Quadrant Homes

At Quadrant Homes we pride ourselves on quality construction and outstanding customer service, but did you know that we also have a passion for giving back to the community?

Happy National Volunteer Week from Quadrant Homes!

Simply ask a Quadrant Homes staff member about their volunteer history and you will see that it runs in our DNA. As an organization we frequently undertake community service projects as a company, such as our work with Mountains to Sound Greenway, Weyerhaeuser, and the Community at Union Gospel Mission. Giving back to the community does make a difference and we want to take a moment during National Volunteer Week to say “thank you” to all of our staff members, home buyers, and community members who go above and beyond what is asked of them.

Find Out More

Contact Quadrant Homes, premier Seattle home builder, by phone at 866-784-6637 or online. Quadrant Homes has new home developments throughout King County and the surrounding areas including Duvall, Kent, Lacey, Lake Stevens, Federal Way, Bothell, Mount Vernon, Port Orchard, Poulsbo, Puyallup, and Gig Harbor.

Seattle Housing Market Continues to Improve

The latest data is in and it shows that the Seattle housing market is continuing to grow! According to an article by Builder Online, “A total of 6,601 new homes were sold during the 12 months that ended in January, up from 6,468 for the year that ended in December. Of 4,105 total closings, 454 were of new homes. This marks a rise from 9.9% of total closings a year earlier.” What’s more, other pricing and mortgage trends are also changing for the better.

Seattle Housing Market Improvements

The average value of newly sold homes increased from $363,371 in January of 2012 to $366,384 in January of 2013. Furthermore, “Of the overall sale price, the percentage that was being financed rose 2.4 percentage points year-over-year to 84.7%.” In addition, and perhaps most encouragingly, the number of foreclosures decreased in January. These latest figures support the findings of a previous Builder Online article issued in December that indicated Seattle’s housing market was on the rise. With this kind of continuous market growth, now is definitely the time to consider purchasing a new home!

Discover Quadrant Homes

Contact Quadrant Homes, premier Seattle home builder, online or by phone at 866-784-6637. Quadrant Homes has new home developments throughout King County and the surrounding areas including Lake Stevens, Federal Way, Bothell, and Gig Harbor.

New Homes in Duvall, Hawthorne by Quadrant Homes

Looking for a new home in the greater Seattle area? Check out Hawthorne, new homes in Duvall, WA by builder Quadrant Homes. Our Duvall new homes are just minutes away from Microsoft, Crane Aerospace, Nintendo, and all that downtown Duvall has to offer. Looking to relax for a few hours? Explore some of the vibrant local boutiques, restaurants, or entertainment venues. The community is located in the Riverview School District which includes Cherry Valley Elementary, Tolt Middle School, and Cedarcrest High school. For more information, visit the Duvall Chamber of Commerce and City of Duvall community links.

Hawthorne Home Sites

The Hawthorne development features 30 gorgeous home sites with designer-inspired open floor plans. However, these beautiful new homes will not last long so contact Quadrant Homes today.

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Now Cheaper to Buy a Home than Rent One

For some people, the decision between buying or renting a home boils down to choosing the option that is most affordable. While renting a home has historically been seen as the more affordable option, a recent study on AOLRealestate argues that this may no longer be the case.

The Study

Experts began crunching the numbers to determine whether renting or buying is more cost-efficient. First, they compared the rent and purchase prices of comparable homes in similar neighborhoods. Then they compared the total monthly cost of renting versus owning a home for the first month. Future monthly costs were estimated by taking inflation, maintenance costs, and appreciation into account. Finally, they added in one-time payments such as deposits and home closing costs. By comparing the data they discovered the net value of renting versus buying while also accounting for the opportunity cost of money.

The Results?

Though most experts agree that the housing market is recovering, the results of the study were still surprising. According to the data, “today it’s 44% cheaper to buy versus rent. In fact, home ownership is cheaper than renting in all of America’s 100 largest metros.” Why? As it turns out, the fall in mortgage rates has made it easier for the average family to afford a home. Furthermore, not only are more people able to buy homes, but the lower mortgage rates make it easier to pay off the home faster.

Should I hurry to buy a home?

The data points to “yes” as long as you first do your research. For instance, the study focuses on a seven year time span, meaning that buying may not be ideal for someone who moves a lot or who is hoping to rent for a shorter length of time. The study also assumes that the home buyer would receive a low mortgage rate and has the finances to afford a down payment. It is also important to consider that not all housing markets are the same and in some cities and towns it still may be cheaper to rent. Overall, buying appears to be the most cost-efficient solution and a new home can be a great investment.

In the market for a home?

Buying a new home could be far more affordable than you think! Contact the experts at Quadrant Homes today to learn more. Quadrant Homes has developments throughout the greater Seattle area including Duvall, Bonney Lake, Federal Way, Bothell, and Gig Harbor. Visit us online at QuadrantHomes.com or call 866-78-HOMES.

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