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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Meritage Homes Extends Partnership with Operation Homefront, Donating Two Mortgage-Free Homes to Military Families in Colorado and North Carolina
The homebuilder's 12th year partnering with Operation Homefront's Permanent Homes for Veterans program SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meritage Homes has extended its partnership with Operation Homefront's Permanent Homes for Veterans Program to donate two brand new, mortgage-free homes for veteran families in Colorado Springs, Colorado and Raleigh, North Carolina. This marks the Company's 12th year partnering with the organization and 22 total donations to date. 'We are honored to deliver new homes to deserving military families who have given so much to our country. It's a privilege for us to help them achieve a fresh start to a new future and build roots in their communities,' shares Phillippe Lord, CEO of Meritage Homes. 'Thank you to our employees and trade partners for their time and effort. We're proud to continue our long-standing partnership with Operation Homefront and look forward to welcoming this year's recipients into their new, mortgage-free Meritage homes.' The new homes will be in the Lorson Ranch community located in Colorado Springs, CO and in the River Glen community in Angier, NC. Both homes offer an open-concept floorplan with designer-curated interiors and energy-efficient features, including ENERGY STAR® appliances, a multispeed HVAC system, and spray-foam insulation. Each house is also outfitted with a smart home suite that gives homeowners the ability to set the thermostat, control security devices and more through a convenient app. This year's recipients will be announced in September and presented the keys at ceremonies in November around Veterans Day. 'We are grateful for Meritage Homes' unwavering commitment to our mission to build strong, stable and secure military families,' said Rear Adm. Alan Reyes, US Navy (Ret.), Operation Homefront President & CEO. 'Each family receives more than a house, they are being given a place to call home, where they can gather to establish new traditions, create beautiful memories and realize life-changing dreams with generational impact.' For more information about the Meritage's partnership with Operation Homefront, please visit: About Meritage Homes Corporation: Meritage is the fifth-largest public homebuilder in the United States, based on homes closed in 2024. The Company offers energy-efficient and affordable entry-level and first move-up homes. Operations span across Arizona, California, Colorado, Utah, Tennessee, Texas, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Meritage has delivered almost 200,000 homes in its 40-year history, and has a reputation for its distinctive style, quality construction, and award-winning customer experience. The Company is an industry leader in energy-efficient homebuilding, an eleven-time recipient of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year for Sustained Excellence Award and Residential New Construction Market Leader Award, as well as a four-time recipient of the EPA's Indoor airPLUS Leader Award. For more information, visit About Operation Homefront: Operation Homefront is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to build strong, stable, and secure military families so that they can thrive – not simply struggle to get by – in the communities they have worked so hard to protect. Recognized for superior performance by leading independent charity oversight groups, 83 percent of Operation Homefront expenditures go directly to programs that support tens of thousands of military families each year. Operation Homefront provides critical financial assistance, transitional and permanent housing, and family support services to prevent short-term needs from turning into chronic, long-term struggles. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the support from thousands of volunteers, Operation Homefront proudly serves America's military families. For more information, visit Contact:Emily Tadano, VP Investor Relations and External Communications (480) 515-8979 media@
Business Wire
16-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
KB Home Announces a Rare Opportunity to Own a New Townhome in a Prime Tustin, California Location
TUSTIN, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KB Home (NYSE: KBH), one of the largest and most trusted homebuilders in the U.S., today announced the grand opening of Stafford Glen, which offers a rare opportunity to own a new townhome in a highly desirable Tustin, California location. The new homes are designed for the way people live today, with popular interior features like modern kitchens overlooking great rooms, bedroom suites with walk-in closets, and ample storage space. The community's three-story floor plans feature up to four bedrooms and four baths. Several floor plans will include a first-floor bedroom, ideal for multigenerational families, college students or a home office. Small business owners will also appreciate the available live/work units that allow them to operate their business from home. Stafford Glen is walking distance to Tustin High School and shopping, dining and entertainment in Old Town Tustin. Planned community amenities include a park with open space, a picnic area and barbecues. What sets KB Home apart is the company's focus on building strong, personal relationships with every customer, so they have a real partner in the homebuying process. Every KB home is uniquely built for each customer, so no two KB homes are the same. Their home comes to life in the KB Home Design Studio, a one-of-a-kind experience where customers get both expert advice and the opportunity to select from a wide range of design choices that fit their style and their budget. Reflecting the company's commitment to creating an exceptional homebuying experience, KB Home is the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder based on homebuyer satisfaction surveys from a leading third-party review site. 'We are pleased to offer Southern California homebuyers a rare opportunity to own a spacious new townhome in a prime location walking distance to shopping, dining and entertainment in Old Town Tustin,' said Steve Ruffner, Regional General Manager of KB Home. 'Homeowners will appreciate the community's proximity to Orange County's popular beaches and attractions as well as local schools. Stafford Glen also features a planned on-site park with open space, a picnic area and barbecues. At KB Home, we're here to help you achieve your dream with a personalized new home built uniquely for you and your life.' Innovative design plays an essential role in every home KB builds. The company's floor plans inspire contemporary living, with a focus on roomy, light-filled spaces that have easy indoor/outdoor flow. KB homes are engineered to be highly energy and water efficient and include features that support healthier indoor environments. They are also designed to be ENERGY STAR ® certified — a standard that fewer than 12% of new homes nationwide meet — offering greater comfort, well-being and utility cost savings than new homes without certification. Stafford Glen is situated in a commuter-friendly location that offers homebuyers an exceptional lifestyle. The new community is located just off Interstate 5 at the corner of Newport Avenue and El Camino Real, providing easy access to Interstates 5 and 405, State Routes 55, 133 and 261, the area's major job centers and John Wayne Airport. Stafford Glen is close to a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment as well as University of California, Irvine and Concordia University Irvine. Residents will also enjoy the community's proximity to outdoor recreation and attractions, including Orange County's world-famous beaches, Disneyland Resort ®, California Adventure Park ®, Honda Center ®, Angel Stadium and Tustin Ranch Golf Club. Stafford Glen's sales office is open for walk-in visits and private in-person tours by appointment. Homebuyers also have the flexibility to arrange a live video tour with a sales counselor. Pricing begins from the low $900,000s. For more information on KB Home, call 888-KB-HOMES or visit KB Home is one of the largest and most trusted homebuilders in the United States. We operate in 49 markets, have built nearly 700,000 quality homes in our more than 65-year history, and are honored to be the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder based on third-party buyer surveys. What sets KB Home apart is building strong, personal relationships with every customer and creating an exceptional experience that offers our homebuyers the ability to personalize their home based on what they value at a price they can afford. As the industry leader in sustainability, KB Home has achieved one of the highest residential energy-efficiency ratings and delivered more ENERGY STAR ® certified homes than any other builder, helping to lower the total cost of homeownership. For more information, visit
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bradford White to showcase compact and efficient home heating solutions at Eastern Energy Expo
Trusted manufacturer to highlight Brute FT® Floor Boilers at premier energy industry event AMBLER, Pa., May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Bradford White Water Heaters, an industry-leading manufacturer of water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, will showcase a slate of compact and energy-efficient solutions at this year's Eastern Energy Expo, a flagship event for professionals in the home energy and comfort industry. This year's tradeshow will take place May 20-21 at the Atlantic City Convention Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey. "The home heating industry is evolving at a rapid pace, and we're proud to be working at the forefront to address demands for greater efficiency—all while maintaining the reliability we're known for," said Neal Heymen, senior director of marketing for Bradford White. "Tradeshows like this one provide a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate the value we're offering to our customers." Representatives from Bradford White will be on site at booth #808 to highlight the company's robust product portfolio, with a focus on the Brute FT Floor Boiler. Features of the Brute include: ENERGY STAR® certification, with peak-level efficiency to help homeowners keep their utility bills in check. A space-saving design, making it an ideal option for areas where a smaller footprint is required. Durable stainless-steel design, intended to provide years of reliable performance. Eastern Energy Expo is an annual convention for wholesale and retail liquid fuel marketers, motor fuel distributors, diesel and biodiesel distributors, propane marketers and HVAC service professionals, offering both technical education opportunities as well as networking events. To learn more, visit For more information about Bradford White Water Heaters, visit About Bradford White CorporationBradford White Corporation is a full-line manufacturer of residential, commercial, and industrial water heating, space heating, combination heating and storage products. The company maintains corporate headquarters in Ambler, PA, and has manufacturing facilities in Middleville and Niles, MI; Monticello, MN; Uxbridge, MA; Rochester, NH; and Princeton and Madison, WI. FloLogic's assembly operation is in Morrisville, NC and Bradford White Corporation's Canadian headquarters, distribution center and training facilities are in Halton Hills, Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit BRADFORD WHITE CONTACT: Julia KleinSenior Marketing SpecialistBradford White Corporation(215) 641-9400jklein@ MEDIA CONTACT:Heather RipleyRipley PR(865) 977-1973hripley@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Bradford White Corporation
Malaysian Reserve
28-04-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Electrolux Laundry Pair Named 2025 Sustainable Product of the Year
Recognition demonstrates company's commitment to building sustainable homes through meaningful product innovations. CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Electrolux 700 Series Front Load Laundry pair – designed for cold water efficiency – was named to Green Builder Media's 2025 Sustainable Products of the Year. Green Builder Media's list showcases top-performing innovations that focus on green building and sustainable living. The organization applauded the Electrolux washer's innovative and effective stain removal technology and cold-water wash settings that ensure consumers don't sacrifice cleaning performance for eco-friendliness. The Electrolux laundry pair is the brand's newest laundry product offering to help consumers live better, save money and reduce their environmental impact with ease and without sacrifice. Product features include: ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient 2025 Washer: The highest public declaration of appliance energy efficiency available through EPA ENERGY STAR® in the US and Canada certifies both energy and water efficiency. Optimized for better performance in cold water: Cold water can deliver the same cleaning results, while saving on energy costs, reducing carbon emissions and helping clothes last longer. Smart Boost® technology: Premixes water and detergent for the most effective stain removal, even in cold water. Wear it AgainTM cycle: Dryer cycle that refreshes lightly worn or stored clothing in just 15 minutes, allowing consumer to avoid the wash altogether. 'Leaf' indicator: The Care Meter on the user interface of both washer and dryer shows green leaf levels to help consumers choose settings that save water, energy and are gentler on fabrics. Certified zero waste to landfill: Both products are assembled in a certified zero waste to landfill facility. 'We pride ourselves on equipping consumers – and their loved ones – with the resources they need to make sustainable choices in their home,' said Ricardo Cons, president and CEO of Electrolux Group for business area North America. 'Our laundry technology allows consumers to achieve comparable cleaning performance at lower temperatures while also significantly reducing energy costs, water consumption and carbon emissions. We appreciate the recognition from Green Builder Media and their shared goal of making sustainable homes accessible to all.' About Electrolux GroupElectrolux Group is a leading global appliance company that has shaped living for the better for more than 100 years. We reinvent taste, care and wellbeing experiences for millions of people, always striving to be at the forefront of sustainability in society through our solutions and operations. Under our group of leading appliance brands, including Electrolux, AEG and Frigidaire, we sell household products in around 120 markets every year. In 2024, Electrolux Group North America had sales of $4.3 billion and employed more than 9,000 people. For more information go to
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
KB Home Announces the Grand Opening of Three New Communities in a Prime Nampa, Idaho Location
Enclave, Traditions and Reserve at Reflections Edge offer personalized, new homes with planned family friendly amenities and close to schools, priced from the mid $300,000s. BOISE, Idaho, April 18, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KB Home (NYSE: KBH), one of the largest and most trusted homebuilders in the U.S., today announced the grand opening of Enclave, Traditions and Reserve at Reflections Edge, three new communities in a prime Nampa, Idaho location. The new homes are designed for the way people live today, with popular features like modern kitchens overlooking large great rooms, bedroom suites with walk-in closets and ample storage space. The one- and two-story homes at Reflections Edge offer up to five bedrooms and three baths. Homeowners will appreciate the communities' beautiful mountain views, proximity to local schools and planned on-site amenities, which include a park and walking paths. What sets KB Home apart is the company's focus on building strong, personal relationships with every customer, so they have a real partner in the homebuying process. Every KB home is uniquely built for each customer, so no two KB homes are the same. Homebuyers have the ability to personalize their new home, from floor plans to exterior styles to where they live in the community. Their home comes to life in the KB Home Design Studio, a one-of-a-kind experience where customers get both expert advice and the opportunity to select from a wide range of design choices that fit their style and their budget. Reflecting the company's commitment to creating an exceptional homebuying experience, KB Home is the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder based on homebuyer satisfaction surveys from a leading third-party review site. "We are pleased to offer Boise-area homebuyers spacious new homes in a prime Nampa location," said Stan Katanic, President of KB Home's Boise division. "Enclave, Traditions and Reserve at Reflections Edge are close to local schools and offer homebuyers stunning mountain views and planned on-site amenities, including a park and walking paths. At KB Home, we're here to help you achieve your dream with a personalized new home built uniquely for you and your life." Innovative design plays an essential role in every home KB builds. The company's floor plans inspire contemporary living, with a focus on roomy, light-filled spaces that have easy indoor/outdoor flow. KB homes are engineered to be highly energy and water efficient and include features that support healthier indoor environments. They are also designed to be ENERGY STAR® certified — a standard that fewer than 12% of new homes nationwide meet — offering greater comfort, well-being and utility cost savings than new homes without certification. Enclave, Traditions and Reserve at Reflections Edge are situated in a commuter-friendly location that offers homebuyers an exceptional lifestyle. The new communities are located at the corner of East Big Wood River Drive and South Happy Valley Road, close to Interstate 84 and providing easy access to downtown Boise, the area's major employment centers and Boise Airport. The new neighborhoods are also convenient to popular shopping, dining and entertainment at Karcher Mall, Indian Creek Plaza, Ford Idaho Center, The Village at Meridian and SCHEELS®. Enclave, Traditions and Reserve at Reflections Edge are just a short drive to outdoor recreation at Lake Lowell Park, Ridgecrest Golf Club, Lucky Peak State Park and Bogus Basin. The Reflections Edge sales office and model homes are open for walk-in visits and private in-person tours by appointment. Homebuyers also have the flexibility to arrange a live video tour with a sales counselor. Pricing begins from the mid $300,000s. For more information on KB Home, call 888-KB-HOMES or visit About KB Home KB Home is one of the largest and most trusted homebuilders in the United States. We operate in 49 markets, have built nearly 700,000 quality homes in our more than 65-year history, and are honored to be the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder based on third-party buyer surveys. What sets KB Home apart is building strong, personal relationships with every customer and creating an exceptional experience that offers our homebuyers the ability to personalize their home based on what they value at a price they can afford. As the industry leader in sustainability, KB Home has achieved one of the highest residential energy-efficiency ratings and delivered more ENERGY STAR® certified homes than any other builder, helping to lower the total cost of homeownership. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts Craig LeMessurier, KB Home925-580-1583clemessurier@
