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Understanding Energy Star Construction

You probably have a few Energy Star-rated appliances in your home, but did you know you can turn your entire house into an Energy Star certified home? When you’re making choices about the features for your New Legacy house, approach those decisions with energy efficiency in mind.  Energy Star certification is different than building a “green” home.…

New Legacy Homes Voted Best Home Builder In South Tampa

Tampa, FL – March 4, 2020 – In the March/April 2020 Best of South Tampa edition of South Tampa Magazine, it was announced that New Legacy Homes was voted Best Home Builder in a contest that was open to magazine readers and the general public.  More than 30,000 votes were cast to determine winners in over 100 categories in a…
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How to Build Your Dream Home: 5 Tips to Your Dream Home

Building a home can be a daunting process, but it’s also an extremely enthralling time in your life. If you’re wondering how to build your dream home from the ground up, there are several important factors to remember. Read on for a list of five tips that will help ensure that you get the home…
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6 Beautiful Home Features You Should Have

Did you know that there were around 2 million first-time homebuyers in 2018? Continue reading to learn 6 home features… Whether this is your first home or your third, you want the best home features. Nothing says home like the little details in your home that make life more enjoyable. The perfect home can come in any…
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7 Reasons Why You and Your Family Should Consider Moving to Tampa

Considering moving to Tampa? You’ll be in good company: more than 51,000 people moved to the Tampa/St. Pete metro in 2018 alone, making it one of the fastest-growing regions in the country. If you’re not sure if the west coast Florida life is right for you, we’re giving you seven reasons why you’ll want to at least…
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Custom Home Building Process: What to Expect

If you’ve ever watched HGTV, there’s a good chance you’ve dreamt of designing your own home. You’d have control over the entire process and your house would be truly unique. But you might wonder, what goes into the custom home building process? Where do you start? Luckily, the process is more straightforward than you might think.…
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Buying a Newly-Constructed Home in South Tampa: A Quick Guide

As a homebuyer in South Tampa, you’ve got plenty of decisions to make. What area do you see yourself settling in? How much can you spend? And should you go with a pre-owned home or something brand new? There are plenty of advantages to buying a newly-constructed home. In this article, we’ll talk about some of the…
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How to Build a Custom Home in South Tampa

If you’re wondering how to build a custom home, then you’re gearing up for the most exhilarating chapter of your life. Stepping into a home that was specifically designed for your family is like stepping into a dream. Sure, you can find a house out there on the market that closely resembles your HGTV fantasies, but…
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5 Awesome Advantages of Home Solar Energy Systems

It’s no secret that solar power is part of the earth’s sustainability solution. It may not solve 100% of the problem, but solar energy plays a major role in reducing our carbon footprint as a society. If you’re a homeowner and have been thinking about installing solar panels, this is an important step in the right direction.…
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How to Build a Home Theater Room: 5 Steps for the Perfect Setup

41% of American households have a home theater surround sound system. But when you want to build something above the ordinary, you’ll have to learn how to build a home theater room. This will require learning the detailed logistics attached to screen, lighting, and sound system preparation. Let’s dive into the steps you can take to…