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Marcie Geffner

Marcie Geffner is an award-winning freelance reporter, writer and editor in Ventura, California. In the last decade, she has penned more than 1,000 published stories about residential and commercial real estate, banking, credit cards, computer security, health insurance and small business, among other subjects. Her stories have been cited in seven published nonfiction books and two U.S. Congressional hearings. 

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A Glimpse Toward the Future: PulteGroup Builds Prototype Zero-Net Energy Home in California

May 29, 2020 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

NewHomeSource talks with PulteGroup about their prototype for Zero-Net Energy home in California.

A Glimpse Toward the Future: PulteGroup Builds Prototype Zero-Net Energy Home in CaliforniaRead More

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How to Buy a Kid-Friendly Home

May 10, 2022 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

Here are five things growing families looking for a new construction home should look for before they settle on a home plan and location.

How to Buy a Kid-Friendly HomeRead More

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5 Ways to Buy a New Home with a Higher Mortgage Rate

September 21, 2020 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

As interest rates for home loans rise, NewHomeSource lays out five ways you can still buy a new home in this fiscal environment.

5 Ways to Buy a New Home with a Higher Mortgage RateRead More

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New Year, New Home: How to Get Yourself Into a New Home in the New Years

May 10, 2022 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

If your new years resolution includes getting into a new home, NewHomeSource has some tips that can help you on your journey to homeownership.

New Year, New Home: How to Get Yourself Into a New Home in the New YearsRead More

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A Tale of Two Communities: Why Farther Out Homes Are a Better Value for Buyers

May 29, 2020 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

NewHomeSource explores why living in farther out suburbs offer better value for home shoppers looking to build a new construction home.

A Tale of Two Communities: Why Farther Out Homes Are a Better Value for BuyersRead More

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Don’t Call Us Millennials: The Differences Between Sharers and Connectors of the Millennial Generation

October 24, 2019 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

Today’s young adults, born between 1980 and 2000, are often called Millennials. But these two decades of people, now 18 to 37 years old, might be better divided into two groups: Sharers, born in the e1980’s and Connectors, born in the 1990’s.

Don’t Call Us Millennials: The Differences Between Sharers and Connectors of the Millennial GenerationRead More

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Homes and Hotels: Design’s Perfect Match

October 24, 2019 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

2018 Dwell on Design conference unveils popular home design trends inspired by the hospitality industry.

Homes and Hotels: Design’s Perfect MatchRead More

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How to Design a New Home That is Great for Guests

October 24, 2019 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

If you love to entertain, designing your new construction home around hosting guests and entertaining, so you can maximize your lifestyle!

How to Design a New Home That is Great for GuestsRead More

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Builders Making a Difference: McKee Homes Supports Efforts To End Alzheimer’s

May 29, 2020 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

Julie Russo, vice president of communications at McKee Homes, and Pat McKee, co-owner of McKee Homes lead the company organized and sponsored Walk To End Alzheimer’s in Fayetteville, AR in 2016 .

Builders Making a Difference: McKee Homes Supports Efforts To End Alzheimer’sRead More

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New or Flipped? Factors to Consider Before You Buy a Home

October 23, 2019 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

NewHomeSource has some considerations for anyone thinking about buying a flipped home instead of buying new.

New or Flipped? Factors to Consider Before You Buy a HomeRead More

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How Trade Policies Can Affect the Price of New-Construction Homes

October 23, 2019 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

NewHomeSource breaks down how American trade policies can affect the price of new construction houses and the overall housing market.

How Trade Policies Can Affect the Price of New-Construction HomesRead More

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7 Winter Must-Haves for Your New Luxury Home

October 8, 2019 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

NewHomeSource has seven luxury features that will turn your home into a cozy paradise when the winter ‘wonderland’ descends on your home.

7 Winter Must-Haves for Your New Luxury HomeRead More

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Buying an Investment Home in the U.S. When You Live Elsewhere

May 31, 2020 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

Let NewHomeSource help you buy a brand new home in the United States as a vacation home or investment property as a foreign home shopper.

Buying an Investment Home in the U.S. When You Live ElsewhereRead More

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How to Buy a Home While You’re Deployed

June 10, 2020 //  by Marcie Geffner 6 Comments

Being a deployed military serviceperson doesn’t mean you have to wait to buy a new home. NewHomeSource has the info you need to know to buy a home while deployed.

How to Buy a Home While You’re DeployedRead More

‘Wow Factors’ Delight Buyers of Newly-Built Homes

August 16, 2019 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

When you buy a custom-built home, you can add some simple “wow factors” to the design that will make your home more comfortable, convenient and special.

‘Wow Factors’ Delight Buyers of Newly-Built HomesRead More

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Buying Townhome isn’t the Same as a Single Family Home

May 31, 2020 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

Learn the difference between buying and building a new construction townhome and a new built single family house, and find out which is right for you.

Buying Townhome isn’t the Same as a Single Family HomeRead More

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Tiny Houses: Are they Legal?

August 12, 2019 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

Sifting through the legalities surrounding tiny homes can be confusing; read more here to learn how to tell fact from fiction.

Tiny Houses: Are they Legal?Read More

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Should you build a custom home with two kitchens?

August 16, 2019 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

Find out why, or why not, you should add a second kitchen to your custom home’s layout.

Should you build a custom home with two kitchens?Read More

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Which Costs Less: A Custom Home or Remodeled Fixer Upper?

February 5, 2020 //  by Marcie Geffner 2 Comments

Your current home isn’t working anymore, but you can’t decide between building a custom home or remodeling an existing one. Let’s help you make a decision.

Which Costs Less: A Custom Home or Remodeled Fixer Upper?Read More

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What You Need To Know About Condo Insurance

January 13, 2020 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

When you buy a condo, as with a detached home, you need the right insurance. But condo insurance can be a little more complicated. We’ve outline the key differences in policies and coverage that you need to know.

What You Need To Know About Condo InsuranceRead More

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6 Questions To Ask Your New Condo Builder

April 26, 2022 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

Buying a new construction condo is similar to buying a detached home but there are some key differences. We provide 6 condo-specific questions to ask prospective builders when buying this new home type.

6 Questions To Ask Your New Condo BuilderRead More

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Why Custom Homes are Great for Growing Families

August 16, 2019 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

Building a custom home lets growing families plan for future needs from the start. Learn about how custom homes are what your family is looking for.

Why Custom Homes are Great for Growing FamiliesRead More

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New Home Maintenance vs. Old Home Maintenance

February 18, 2021 //  by Marcie Geffner Leave a Comment

Confused about maintenance and repairs? We’ve put together a guide of what to expect and how to plan, no matter the age of your home.

New Home Maintenance vs. Old Home MaintenanceRead More

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