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5 Tips For First-Time Homeowners
Buying a new home for the very first time feels exciting, frustrating, emotional, and empowering all at once. Make the process easy on yourself by following our five must-know tips for first-time homeowners. Our Five Must-Know Tips for New Homeowners 1. RESEARCH THE NEIGHBORHOOD Location comes first. Always do your research on the neighborhood you’re looking to buy in. Look at crime data, school ratings, and other factors that are important to you. This will help you find a home that meets your needs and is in a location that you feel comfortable with. 2. Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage Getting pre-approved [...]
How to Maximize Natural Light in Your Home This Spring
As the days get warmer and longer this spring, you may feel a longing to bring the outdoors inside and make your home brighter and more inviting. One of the easiest ways to accomplish this is by maximizing natural light in your home. Maximizing Your Home’s Natural Light Here are a few simple tips to help you bring more natural light into your home and create a lively atmosphere. 1. Choose the Right Paint Colors The paint colors you choose for your walls can significantly impact the light level in your home. Light, neutral shades such as white, beige, and soft gray reflect [...]
5 Design Trends to Love This Year
The top design trends for 2023 all point to creating interiors that make you smile. We don’t see white cabinets and neutrals taking a backseat this year, as timeless aesthetics are still at the forefront of interior design. But we will see a rise in personality-driven spaces that infuse pops of color, bold accents, and textures. 5 Top Design Trends for 2023 2023 is the year to reimagine your space. Leveraging Natural Materials Natural materials are stepping into the spotlight as one of the top design trends for 2023. Try adding wood, stone, plants, and other natural Earthy elements into your home for [...]
Romantic Dessert Recipes for Two This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is about love—love for life and each other. Make memories, spark romance, and eat well with these Valentine-themed dessert recipe ideas. P.S. Try making these desserts for date nights throughout the year, too! White Chocolate and Strawberry Souffle SEE RECIPE Get baking with this white chocolate souffle recipe from Cali Girl Cooking. It’s a light, airy dessert with rosewater and strawberry that will hit all the right taste buds. Heart-Shaped Fudge SEE RECIPE This three-ingredient heart-shaped chocolate fudge is easy to make and perfect if you (or your partner) lack kitchen experience. All it takes is a handful of ingredients and [...]
4 Benefits of Owning Versus Renting Your Next Home
On the fence about buying or renting your next home? While signing a lease has some pros, the benefits of owning versus renting outweigh the latter. Let’s get to it. Why You Should Buy Instead of Rent Here are four quick and hard-hitting reasons why you should buy instead of rent your next home. 1. Long-Term Stability Owning a home provides stability that renting cannot match. Not only do you have a fixed mortgage payment, but you also get to stay in the same place for as long as you like. This is a significant benefit for those looking for a long-term residence. [...]
How to Stick to Your 2023 Goals
New Year, new goals, new you. This mantra hangs in the air upon flipping our calendars into 2023. But with only 8% of Americans reaching their goals, what are you to do? How can you stick to your 2023 goals and make those resolutions come true? Tried and True Tips to Stick to Your 2023 Resolutions Whatever your goal this year, we want you to realize that it IS achievable. Follow the tips below (in order) to ensure you stay on track all year long and become part of the achieving few. Be Honest With Yourself First and foremost, be realistic when setting [...]
Patterson Energy Efficiency & Quality All Year Round
No matter the time of year, the builders at Patterson Company build homes that provide energy efficiency, quality, and value. With over 15 years of corporate experience developing and building homes combined with 12 years of experience in custom homebuilding, our team knows to think of it all. During the winter, homeowners have a few things on their minds when it comes to their houses. One of those top priorities is energy efficiency. As the temperatures drop and the heaters turn on, electricity bills can easily rise. In homes that are not energy efficient, heat escapes and causes your bill to rise even higher. Patterson [...]
5 Easy Ideas for DIY Christmas Tree Decorations
Add a personal touch to your Christmas tree this year by hanging a few DIY ornaments and decorations. 1. Popcorn Garland A popcorn garland is one of the oldest and most classic ways to decorate a tree for Christmas. It’s also the simplest! Pop a few bags of plain, unbuttered popcorn and grab a needle attached to some thin string. Then, string the popcorn pieces together to create a delicious DIY Christmas garland. 2. Paper Garland Similar to popcorn garland, making a DIY paper garland is just as simple! A snowflake is a common shape for a paper garland, but you can let [...]
Benefits of Patterson Construction
You’re a prospective homebuyer looking to build your dream home in Tennessee. You know what you want out of a house, but you just haven’t found the right builder or point of contact to help bring your vision to life. Meet Patterson Company—a home builder with over 30 years of experience based in Williamson County, Tennessee. However, we don’t just focus on Williamson County; we build exceptional new homes in desirable Davidson County, Rutherford County, and Sumner County. Here’s a snapshot of the benefits of working with Patterson Company. Get a 10-Year Insured Warranty Every home that Patterson builds comes with an express 10-year insured [...]
Winter Maintenance Checklist
We are so glad you chose a Patterson home, and we know that sometimes maintaining a home can be really overwhelming. Sometimes the little projects pile up, and you just don’t know where to start or you are afraid you are leaving out something that is really important. Winter is the time to enjoy energy-efficient warmth and the fruits of your home-maintenance labors throughout the year. Here are some of our favorite tips for keeping your home in good shape in this season. Outdoor Tasks: Walk around your home's exterior and check the crawl space vents located at the foundation. Close any that are open. Have [...]
