During this segment, Rick and Brad discussed the future of the housing market, the economy and its effect on consumer confidence as well as the building and construction industries. Housing starts are increasing; could this be the start of the turnaround?

According to Rick, Kolter has experienced a rise in traffic and consumer confidence, as consumers are seeing great value in buying new. His advice? Buy for what will make you happy – whether you’re about to raise a family or retire.

Watch to see more of the interview and let us know you’re thoughts.

With the housing market already in its recovery process, Kolter is full steam ahead. According to The National Association of Realtors, home sales are up 9.1 percent from last year and are continuing to grow. With the market rebounding, the time to develop is now.

We’re pleased to announce we have acquired the premier development, Victoria Gardens. This beautiful active adult community in Deland, Florida is located within Victoria Park and in close proximity to world-class fishing, white sandy beaches, Cape Canaveral, Disney World and all that the city of Orlando has to offer. We look forward to the January Grand Opening featuring six fully Decorated Models.

In addition, I am excited to announce our Gainesville Georgia community; Cresswind at Lake Lanier will be opening a new 35,000 square foot clubhouse. The three-story clubhouse will offer a variety of activities and amenities for all residents.

We’re looking forward to expanding into the North and South Carolina markets as well. The future is bright and we will continue our mission of creating better communities.

Until next time,

Rick Covell

President Kolter Homes LLC

Make the porch an extension of your home. Try echoing the overall style of your home. Bring the inside outside by using a similar style and color palette.

Add new couch cushions, throw pillows and rugs. With this inexpensive and quick fix you can completely change the look of your porch. As main focal points, these items can create a unique look and style. This summer, try bright citrus colors like tangerine orange and lemon yellow to brighten this space.

Add artificial plants and flowers. Can’t keep the real ones alive? Try adding artificial plants and flowers to your porch. Their energy will automatically make your space feel like home. Attractive artificial plants will last all year long without the upkeep of real flowers.

Add just enough light. Want to make your porch twinkle for family gatherings in the evening? Grab the box labeled “Holiday” and throw up some Christmas lights – they will provide the perfect amount of light to make a comfortable, whimsical display.

Enjoy your new porch with family, friends or just a quiet afternoon alone with a good book. Let us know your top tips and don’t forget to share photos of your beautiful porches!

Hyatt honored the top owners and developers of Hyatt Place® and HYATT House™ properties at its national owners’ conference in Carlsbad, California. Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company with a known legacy for “making guests feel more than welcome.” Among only six awards that were granted by Hyatt, Kolter Homes received Developer of the Year for Hyatt Place West Palm Beach/Downtown.   Hyatt Place West Palm Beach/Downtown has the Kolter Homes green sustainability touch and was designed specifically for business travelers’ 24/7 lifestyle. If a combination of work and play is what you’re after, Hyatt Place West Palm Beach/Downtown is conveniently located in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach with five star shopping and dining at your fingertips. This great location is just a short walk to City Center Mall and Downtown West Palm Beach and just a five-minute drive to Palm Beach International Airport. Other great area attractions include CityPlace, Palm Beach County Convention Center, Kravis Center for the Performing Arts and the Palm Beach Zoo.

If you wish to extend your stay for some pleasure – tickets, tee times, tours, reservations or recommendations can be provided. Hyatt’s shuttle service runs from 7:30am-11pm daily. Our team will make your visit as entertaining and enjoyable as possible.

Kolter strives to deliver desirable locations, amenities and finishes in all of our product offerings. With decades of experience and personal touch, we’re so pleased by our partnership with Hyatt to deliver award-winning hotel experiences for the busy traveler.

Check out more on Hyatt Place West Palm Beach/Downton here.

And be sure to read the article by Hyatt Hotels & Resorts!

PGA MUSEUM OF GOLF SPEAKER SERIES PRESENTS CLUBMAKERS HALL OF FAME MEMBER JACK WULLKOTTE

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. – Professional Clubmakers Hall of Fame Member Jack Wullkotte, who made golf clubs personally for Jack Nicklaus for nearly four decades, as well as for the likes of Ben Hogan, Byron Nelson, Greg Norman, Curtis Strange, Nick Faldo, Bob Toski and Louise Suggs, will be the next featured speaker in the PGA Museum of Golf Speaker Series at PGA Village in Port St. Lucie, Fla.

Wullkotte, who has been in the golf business since starting as a caddy in 1940, will take part in a special fireside chat on Tues., Dec. 6, from 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m., in the Museum, located at I-95, Exit 121 (St. Lucie West Blvd.). The event is open to the public with complimentary admission.

In 1947, Wullkotte began a storied career at MacGregor, designing golf clubs for many of the legends of the game before becoming Nicklaus’ clubmaker in 1974. He retired from Nicklaus Companies earlier this year to work for Club Masters, a renowned clubfitting firm in North Palm Beach, Fla. In addition to the Professional Clubmakers Hall of Fame, Wullkotte is a member of both the Palm Beach County Golf Association Hall of Fame and the Palm Beach County Sports Hall of Fame.

Attendees will also be able to review the Museum’s new exhibits, which include a 6-foot tall mannequin fitted with the attire Keegan Bradley wore to win the 93rd PGA Championship at Atlanta Athletic Club in August; plaques and memorabilia honoring the seven recent inductees into the PGA Golf Professional Hall of Fame; and a tribute to the PGA Cup, featuring the Llandudno International Trophy, which was retained by the United States over Great Britain & Ireland in September.

While Museum hours are typically 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday-Sunday, through Christmas, the facility will be specially opened for the Speaker Series event. Admission is free year-round.

For more information, please visit www.pga.com/museum or call 800-800-GOLF (4653). The PGA Museum of Golf is located at 8555 Commerce Center Drive, adjacent to the PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance, in PGA Village.

Don’t miss out on Kolter’s biggest sale of the year, this Saturday!

The pregame warm up is over, and Team Kolter  has taken the field.  It’s your turn to go the distance and enter the Deal Zone.  Join us this Saturday, November 12, at any Kolter home community in Palm Beach, Martin, and St. Lucie Counties to take advantage of our Go Big and Go Home one-day only sales incentive.

6 Months NO Mortgage Payments

6 Months NO HOA Fees

Zero Closing Costs

On all move-in-ready inventory.*

Tailgating begins on Saturday at 11 am.

*Click here for disclaimer

Verano realtor event gathering

Nearly 65 real estate brokers in the Treasure Coast recently attended a special broker event at PGA Village Verano, intent upon learning more about the stability of Kolter Homes in the marketplace and visiting the community’s clubhouse.

It was a perfect evening, as the brokers enjoyed the sunset on the lanai overlooking the resort pool, and toured the clubhouse, including the indoor lap pool at the state-of-the-art fitness center that is open to the residents of PGA Village Verano. Kolter Homes’ sales executives said the enthusiasm was contagious, and the brokers were “excited to see a committed builder build an exceptional facility like we have at PGA Village Verano.” For more information and photos from this event, please visit Kolter Homes on Facebook.

A number of area realtors gathered for drinks at good times at Verano.

PGA Village Golf Club

Nowhere else on the Treasure Coast of Florida can residents of a gated community enjoy the beauty of three championship golf courses and not have to pay to keep them mowed, manicured and maintained.

Nowhere else but PGA Village Verano, whose next door neighbor just happens to be the PGA of America’s own PGA Golf Club, where PGA Professionals come to learn all the new teaching techniques, and everyday golfers flock to play a round on one of the three signature golf courses or hone their skills at the PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance.

And that’s not all.
• Residents of PGA Village Verano have special access to PGA Golf Club via a new golf cart trail and special privileges as well.
• Residents can also enjoy their own clubhouse, complete with fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, Har-Tru tennis courts, even a bocce court.
• All this, and homes beginning in the mid-$200,000s, with large kitchens, private master suites, wide open entertaining areas, dens, even golf cart storage in some of the garage spaces.

Want to learn more? Visit VeranoFlorida.com or call 772-345-5041.

The beach, time and time again, brings families together – dogs included.  For the fortunate families who live at The Falls, the beach is only minutes away.  Jensen Beach, a recreational hotspot, offers something for everyone with BBQ areas, volleyball courts, a boardwalk, a quaint seaside concession and of course, spectacular beachfront.  There are countless other beaches in Martin County as well, all of which can be found along the scenic route A1A.

The beach is lovely, but a good education comes first.  And Martin County has become a first pick for parents who value top-notch schools.  The Falls of Jensen Beach allows for its younger residents to attend a host of A-rated schools, such as Jensen Beach High School.  In fact, Newsweek has ranked the high school as one of the top schools in the nation for the past two years.  Stuart Middle School offers schooling for sixth through eighth grade and will provide the much needed skills and knowledge for the challenging high years ahead.  Jensen Beach Elementary is one of the most well-established and respected elementary schools in the state, with some of the country’s best teachers.

After school and work, families at The Falls can find themselves shopping or dining seemingly right next door.  The Treasure Coast Mall features a variety of big-name department stores as well as dining venues and a 16-theater movie complex.  Shopping and dining also abound along US1 where all of life’s necessities and pleasures can be found.

Beyond the stellar location, The Falls of Jensen Beach offers three beautiful home designs, feature 3 – 5 bedrooms and 3-car garages with total sq. ft. ranging from 3,500 to 4,500.  Offering unmatched value these new homes are priced from the $300s and include a free pool for a limited time.

For more information on The Falls at Jensen Beach, visit its Martin County Sales Center located at Tres Belle Estates – in Stuart.  Take US1 South to Cove Road and make a right, Tres Belle Estates will be on your left.

For additional information and pricing visit KolterTheFalls.com or call 888-385-2740.