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Spring Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase® Tour Opens Remodeled Homes to Tour March 18-20, 2016

In its 29th year, the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC) is proud to present the Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase. This Spring, visitors can tour 57 remodeled homes the final weekend of the Spring Parade of Homes. Homes are open Friday, March 18th from 1:00 to 7:00 pm…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota Foundation, Housing First Minnesota News, Remodelers Showcase | Tagged: AMEK Custom Homes, BATC, BATC Foundation, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Kate Arends Peters, Oslo Builders, TJB Remodeling, w.b. builders, Xpand Inc.

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Facts About the Spring 2016 Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase

The Spring Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase is presented by the professional remodeler members of the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC). The Remodelers Showcase has been held in the Twin Cities for 29 years, and is designed to allow people to tour real remodeling projects across the region.

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, Remodelers Showcase | Tagged: AMEK Custom Builders, BATC, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Kate Arends Peters, Marvin Windows and Doors, Oslo Builders, TJB Remodeling, w.b. builders, Wit & Delight, Xpand Inc.

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Remodeling Tips from the 2016 Spring Remodelers Showcase

The Remodelers Showcase provides a great way to see how professional remodelers can make an outdated home look and live better for its homeowners. Remodeler representatives will be stationed at all the homes to explain the project, and many times the homeowners will be on hand to share their experiences…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, Remodelers Showcase | Tagged: BATC, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Marvin Windows and Doors, Remodeling

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2016 Spring Remodelers Showcase Guidebook Shares Real Remodeling Stories

Having your home remodeled is a great way to create the spaces that fit your family better. Hiring a professional remodeler, like those that participate in the Remodelers Showcase, will minimize stress and maximize satisfaction. The Spring 2016 Guidebook includes these stories (in words and photos) describing the remodeling experiences…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, Remodelers Showcase | Tagged: BATC, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Marvin Windows and Doors, TJB Remodeling, w.b. builders

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BATC Foundation Artisan Dream Remodeled Homes Featured in 2016 Spring Remodelers Showcase

During each Remodelers Showcase tour, BATC’s charitable arm, the BATC Foundation, selects very special Remodelers Showcase remodeled homes as their Artisan Dream Remodeled Homes. The public is invited to help area families in need by visiting these homes, which require a $5.00 donation to enter. All proceeds help continue the…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota Foundation, Housing First Minnesota News, Remodelers Showcase | Tagged: AMEK Custom Homes, Artisan Dream Remodeled Homes, BATC, BATC Foundation, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Marvin Windows and Doors, Oslo Builders, Xpand, Xpand Inc.

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Spring Parade of Homes Opens February 20, 2016

The Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC) is proud to present the 2016 Spring Parade of Homes. In its 68th year, the tour features 459 new homes all across the extended metro region. This Spring, the tour runs from February 20 through March 20, with all homes open Thursdays…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, Parade of Homes | Tagged: Artisan Home Tour, BATC, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Green Path Energy Tour, HERS Index, Holiday Stationstores, Home Performance Report, Kroiss Development, Lindsay Truax, MN Green Path, NIH Homes, Parade of Homes, Preferred Builders, REALTOR® OPEN, RESNET, Stonewood LLC, Sustainable 9 Design+ Build, TC Homebuilders, The Tile Shop, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

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Facts About the Spring 2016 Parade of Homes

All the facts you need to know about the 2016 Spring Parade of Homes. Photo above is of home #258 by Greenwood Design and is located in Edina. In its 68th year, the Spring Parade of Homes is presented by the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC). This tour…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, Parade of Homes | Tagged: Artisan Dream Homes, BATC, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Green Path Energy Tour, Kroiss Development, MN Green Path, NIH Homes, Parade of Homes, Preferred Builders, Stonewood LLC, Sustainable 9 Design+ Build, TC Homebuilders, The Tile Shop, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

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Spring 2015 Parade of Homes Shares Homebuilding Experiences from Real Families

The Parade of Homes Guidebook includes editorial about the home building experiences of real families in the region. The cover article shares the story of Pink and Navy Stripes blogger, Lindsay Truax and her family. Three more real families share photos from their new home. Real Family home building experience…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, Parade of Homes | Tagged: BATC, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Lindsay Truax, Parade of Homes, Pink and Navy Stripes Blog, Pulte Homes of Minnesota, Real Families, The Tile Shop, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

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Style Trends Featured in Spring 2015 Parade of Homes

One reason many people visit the Parade of Homes is to get inspiration for their home’s interior — whether they’re buying a new home or just want to spruce up their current one. From colors and finishes to products and accessories, the Parade of Homes is an excellent resource to…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, Parade of Homes | Tagged: BATC, Bathroom Decor, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Ferguson Kitchen & Bath, Home Decor, Kirsty Froelich, Leslie Meyers, Melissa Kapla, Mingle/Studio M, Parade of Homes, The Tile Shop

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Parade of Homes’ Green Path Energy Tour Helps Home Buyers Better Understand Home Energy Use

The Spring 2016 Parade of Homes is again featuring a tour-within-a-tour that highlights those homes that have been independently energy tested. Seventy percent (322) of the Spring Parade Homes℠ are on the Green Path Energy Tour, sponsored by Xcel Energy. Each has been inspected and rated for energy efficiency by…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, MN Green Path, Parade of Homes | Tagged: Amaris Homes, BATC, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, HERS Index, Home Performance Report, MN Green Path, Net Zero Energy Home, RESNET

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