We’ve Saved The Best For Last!

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Two Successful Communities Almost Sold Out! Take advantage of the benefits of purchasing a brand new, maintenance-free, luxury townhome or patio home in a premier Charles Simms Community, Twin Lakes West in Washington Township or The Cottages at Yankee Trace in Centerville, before they sell out! Distinct advantages of purchasing in a community near close-out are: • The builder saves …

The Energy Smart Way to Build and Buy A Home

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What is the highest cost of homeownership, outside of a mortgage loan? ENERGY! So, that’s why smart homebuyers ask for a home’s HERS Index Score to determine its energy efficiency before buying. What is the HERS Index Score? It’s like a MPG (miles-per-gallon) sticker for homes. The HERS, or Home Energy Rating System, was developed by RESNET (the Residential Energy Services …

JUNE IS HOMEOWNERSHIP MONTH: To Buy a New Home, Set Goals and Make a Plan!

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  Do you dream of owning your own home, but think that dream is out of reach? How do you get from, “I want to be a homeowner” to “Give me the keys!”? Set a goal and make a plan! Goals, to be effective, need to be specific, measurable, realistic, and time-targeted. If you need to finance your new home …

Homeownership: The American Dream

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Owning one’s home is still one of the great choices we have in our country. There are important reasons, financially and personally, for this choice. June is National Homeownership month and we as Americans should embrace this freedom we possess. Most Americans consider homeownership to be their single best long-term investment and a primary source of their wealth and financial security. Generations …

Brand New Market Homes Ready For Quick Move-In

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To accommodate buyers in a hurry or those who prefer to have a hassle-free experience, Charles Simms Development creates “market homes.” These are brand new, move-in ready townhomes that have been fully finished out, with style and value to the buyer in mind. There are Market Homes available now in three of our beautiful communities! Located in the Fairgrounds Neighborhood, …

Top Ten Reasons To Love Living In Washington Township

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  It’s easy to see why people love living in Washington Township in Southwest Ohio! Here are our top reasons why we think you would love calling Twin Lakes West home! 1. Twin Lakes West – Twin Lakes West homes offer three levels of luxury living set in an exciting townhome community in the heart of Washington Township. Stylish urban …

Hometown Heroes Deserve the American Dream of Homeownership!

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At Charles Simms Development, we believe in building more than just homes; we believe in building communities, too. In honor of those who serve our country and our communities, we are proud to offer $1,000 off the price of a new Simms home at closing to Military Personnel, Fire Fighters, Police Officers, EMTs, Hospital Personnel or Teachers. Miami Valley is …

Simms and the Dayton HBA Share Past, Present, and Vision for the Future

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The Home Builders Association of Dayton is the voice of the residential building industry in the Dayton region. Comprised of nearly 400 residential home builders and associated professionals and friends of the industry in six counties, the HBA is dedicated to the proposition that home ownership should be within the reach of every American family. The Simms family has enjoyed …

Fall Parade of Homes Maps Out Dayton Area New Construction

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Changing leaves and back to school activities may signal the end of summer, but autumn is definitely not the end of the new construction season. In fact, a special group of Dayton builders have been preparing all summer for the opportunity to showcase their best home sites and communities to people looking for a new home. The Home Builders Association …

Walkability A Key Feature for Urban and Suburban Communities

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Urban dwellers already know what their suburban neighbors are beginning to rediscover. The key lifestyle feature of the twenty-first century is walkability. Walkability means having all the necessities of life within a convenient walk from your front door. It’s an important concept in sustainable urban design, requiring the integration of safe sidewalks and footpaths, as well as a solid mix …