Great Things Happening at Birkdale Pointe

If you haven’t been to Birkdale Pointe lately, we hope you’ll stop by soon. We have some exciting things happening at Birkdale Pointe – two new homeowners moved in over the holidays! The site has been busy, with new construction underway at 4 home sites in the community. Good things are happening in Commerce!

In addition, we will be moving the sales office to The Hills of Bogie Lake community in March. The new model will be the Muirfield II which is 3,050 square feet and one of our most popular designs. Be sure to watch for our invitation to the Grand Opening soon. We are excited to be offering the same homes at both communities so there are more options available then ever before. We have 2 families building with Pinnacle in the community already. Really exciting!

Come and see why Pinnacle Homes, was not only selected as the Builder of the Year in 2010, but in 2011 became the largest single family builder in Oakland County! While we realize that there are many choices in the marketplace, that many buyers can’t be wrong in choosing a quality, value driven builder. It’s about exceeding expectations and creating a house that you will be proud to call home for years to come.

In 2012, the sky is the limit for this local Michigan Builder! So, come be a part of the excitement and select your home site or newly constructed home before March 31st, 2012 and we will waive your lot premium up to $10,000 at either community.

I would like to welcome you to visit our model, currently located in Birkdale Pointe:

5163 Parkgate Dr,

Commerce, MI 48382

(248) 363-0044

Open 11-5 daily except Thurs & Fri

An the professionally decorated model is FOR SALE! Let us show you all of what Pinnacle Homes has to offer.

We look forward to hearing from you soon! For more information, call Lisa, our Site Manager for Birkdale Pointe & The Hills of Bogie Lake.

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Pinnacle Homes, founded by Howard Fingeroot and Steve Friedman, is one of Metro Detroit’s leading home builders and was named 2010’s “Builder of the Year.” Pinnacles unprecedented 7-year growth and success stems from their core values and recipe for success – the right team of people from the start. No rookie in the business on their team. Along with Pinnacle President, John DePorre, the company leaders bring a vast background and experience and combine their knowledge and expertise with a team of youthful, exuberant, experienced, and highly skilled sales people, construction people, and staff. Pinnacle will help build the home of your dreams.

Take a Virtual Tour of our Savannah Ranch at Greenbriar

One of our favorite models is the Savannah – a ranch home available at Greenbriar in Commerce Township.

The Savannah capitalizes on the trendy open floor plan and sacrifices a formal living room and dining room for a large great room, perfect for hosting parties.

Some highlights:

  • Starting from $174,900
  • Ranch
  • 1600 Sq. Ft.
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

This past weekend, Greenbriar sold two more homes and we welcome our newest neighbors to the community.

Greenbriar model homes are open Saturday – Wednesday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., or by appointment by calling Barb @ 248-529-3820 or by email: barb@pinnaclebuilt.com

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Pinnacle Homes, founded by Howard Fingeroot and Steve Friedman, is one of Metro Detroit’s leading home builders and was named 2010’s “Builder of the Year.” Pinnacles unprecedented 7-year growth and success stems from their core values and recipe for success – the right team of people from the start. No rookie in the business on their team. Along with Pinnacle President, John DePorre, the company leaders bring a vast background and experience and combine their knowledge and expertise with a team of youthful, exuberant, experienced, and highly skilled sales people, construction people, and staff. Pinnacle will help build the home of your dreams.

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CNBC’s Jim Kramer Predicts a 2012 Housing Rebound

Here at Pinnacle Homes, we’re more and more optimistic every day about the positive outlook for housing in 2012. And don’t just take our word for it, as even Mad Money crazy man Jim Kramer is on board with the idea 2012 will be great for home building.

“The housing market has bottomed and could soon turn around,” Jim Kramer said last Thursday.

As this article points out, pending home sales, for example, recently hit its highest level in 19 months. The National Association of Realtors’ existing home sales index rose by 7.3 percent from October to November, even through industry experts had only expected an increase of just 1 percent.

Jack Welch agrees, and sites a combination of low prices and record-low interest rates in helping the battered real estate market hit bottom and get ready to rebound, perhaps even stronger than many economists expect.

“Housing has pretty well bottomed and rental prices are going up. Vacancies are almost non-existent,” Welch said. “So you’ve got a lot of forces driving toward the housing market. Prices are down, interest rates are down, the affordability index is good…We think it could be a blowout. Housing could be really good based on all the dynamics that are out there.”

Read the full article here.

As always, we invite you to visit any of our communities and walk through our models for the latest in home design and planning, the latest in energy efficiency and creature comforts, and above all, to see what your new home could look like.

Happy New Year.

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Pinnacle Homes, founded by Howard Fingeroot and Steve Friedman, is one of Metro Detroit’s leading home builders and was named 2010’s “Builder of the Year.” Pinnacles unprecedented 7-year growth and success stems from their core values and recipe for success – the right team of people from the start. No rookie in the business on their team. Along with Pinnacle President, John DePorre, the company leaders bring a vast background and experience and combine their knowledge and expertise with a team of youthful, exuberant, experienced, and highly skilled sales people, construction people, and staff. Pinnacle will help build the home of your dreams.

Introducing the Bristol II

As if 2011 wasn’t exciting enough for Greenbriar of Commerce, we found a reason to top it in 2012. Not only was Pinnacle Homes named Builder of the Year in 2011, and not only are we constantly innovating the energy efficiency and technology in our homes, but we’re also listening to customers, residents, and leaders nationwide in homebuilding for new designs and models.

This is why Greenbriar is proud to introduce our newest model, the Bristol II.

If you’re in the area …heck, if you aren’t in the area, make the trip. Come by our model homes and check us out and check out the Bristol II.

Pinnacle Homes, founded by Howard Fingeroot and Steve Friedman, is one of Metro Detroit’s leading home builders and was named 2010’s “Builder of the Year.” Pinnacles unprecedented 7-year growth and success stems from their core values and recipe for success – the right team of people from the start. No rookie in the business on their team. Along with Pinnacle President, John DePorre, the company leaders bring a vast background and experience and combine their knowledge and expertise with a team of youthful, exuberant, experienced, and highly skilled sales people, construction people, and staff. Pinnacle will help build the home of your dreams.

 

 

Birkdale Pointe of Commerce Township

Muirfield model

Pinnacle Homes recognized long ago that Commerce Township was poised to be the next expanding area in Metro Detroit and we were quick to acquire land in the area. In the recent years, we’ve broken ground on three communities in Commerce, alone. This weeks featured neighborhood is Birkdale Pointe. Located just a few miles south of M-59 and a few miles west of Telegraph, Birkdale Pointe is close to everything, but tucked away enough to make your home feel like a vacation retreat.

We caught up with Lisa, Birkdale Pointe’s Site Manager, to hear abo ut why 2011 was such a great year for Birkdale and how 2012 could be even better.

Q: How do you open the conversation when someone approaches you about living in Birkdale?

Welcome to one of the most prestigious communities in Commerce Township, brought to you by Pinnacle Homes, Builder of the Year! This community offers the privacy and peacefulness of a rural area while also providing the conveniences of modern day city living. Birkdale Pointe features 25 acres of private nature preserves, community sidewalks, and large home sites, many of which provide a sensational view of the surrounding woodlands. This oasis is only minutes from golf courses, state recreation parks, shopping, dining, and is in close proximity to M-5, M-59, I-96 and I-275.

Q: How will Birkdale look 3, 4, or 10 years from now?

The community is stunning today with mature trees, woodlands, spacious homesites and unique architecture as the homes have been designed by custom and semi-custom homebuilders. With only approximately 18 homesites remaining the community will be completed in the near future. Currently with homes being offered at a tremendous value in the 300′s and no lot premiums (up to $10,000),  we are quite busy, as its the last chance to buy new construction in this prestigous neighborhood. You ask how it will look in the future? I would imagine that it will only become more beautiful and exquisite as time goes on.

Q: What school district is this? What schools does Birkdale feed into?

Award winning Walled Lake Schools. Commerce Elementary. Clifford Smart Middle School. Walled Lake Northern High School.

Q: What else draws people to this development?

The lure to the community is the tremendous value, the spacious homesites, and the idea of owning a new construction home in Commerce Township! We are the only new construction community actively building and selling in this price range in the area.  We have award winning designs ….and all from the Builder of the Year. What more could an astute buyer be looking for?

Q: So Birkdale is “the best?”

Absolutely! Come visit me at the model and let me show you why this is the best community in Commerce Township in the $300′s!

The model is open Sat-Wed 11-5. Address is 5163 Parkgate Drive, Commerce. 248 363-0044 or visit us online at www.PinnacleBuilt.com

Q: What’s your favorite thing about Birkdale?

The homeowners. This is an active community filled with people and families that really care about their neighborhood. I have never seen anything like it!

Q: Do you have a favorite home?

Right now I would have to say its the Marino, a 1st floor master plan, which has a stunning view of the nature preserve.This home features a 2 story family room, gourmet kitchen, granite countertops, hardwood, gas fireplace, and fabulous deck with tremendous privacy. Really a must see and all for $389,900.

Q: And finally, what is your top New Years Resolution?

My top New Years Resolution is to find the perfect future homeowner for each of the remaining home sites in Birkdale Pointe. Finding the right match is truely a rewarding experience and should be a win-win for everyone involved. That’s what we aim to achieve at Pinnacle Homes!!

Pinnacle Homes, founded by Howard Fingeroot and Steve Friedman, is one of Metro Detroit’s leading home builders and was named 2010’s “Builder of the Year.” Pinnacles unprecedented 7-year growth and success stems from their core values and recipe for success – the right team of people from the start. No rookie in the business on their team. Along with Pinnacle President, John DePorre, the company leaders bring a vast background and experience and combine their knowledge and expertise with a team of youthful, exuberant, experienced, and highly skilled sales people, construction people, and staff. Pinnacle will help build the home of your dreams.

We Love Our Community’s Communities

Another great thing about the Pinnacle Homes developments, besides the wonderful floor plans, great neighbors, and sense or pride that comes with owning a Pinnacle built home . . . the other great thing is the surrounding communities and the cities in which you’ll build your new home.

If you find yourself among our residents in The Ravines of Stonegate community in Lake Orion, here’s a great event happening in the great downtown Lake Orion. Get a breath of the fresh holiday air by running 5k or walking 1.5 miles throughout downtown Lake Orion!

For more information, go to http://www.downtownlakeorion.org/

Let us know if you’re running and check back and let us know how you did.

Pinnacle Homes, founded by Howard Fingeroot and Steve Friedman, is one of Metro Detroit’s leading home builders and was named 2010’s “Builder of the Year.” Pinnacles unprecedented 7-year growth and success stems from their core values and recipe for success – the right team of people from the start. No rookie in the business on their team. Along with Pinnacle President, John DePorre, the company leaders bring a vast background and experience and combine their knowledge and expertise with a team of youthful, exuberant, experienced, and highly skilled sales people, construction people, and staff. Pinnacle will help build the home of your dreams.

 

Residential Housing Ready to Awaken?

We’re not ready to say, “no question about it,” but there’s becoming less questions about it. You don’t have to look too hard to find articles pointing to a better economy in 2012. So far, this retail shopping season has set records. For us here at Pinnacle Homes, we’ve had the best year in five years. We’ve posted 3 articles recently about jobs coming back to Michigan. And …it’s December 16th and we haven’t been hit with a major snow storm – that’s enough to make anyone a little optimistic.

But don’t take our word for it (or the fact that is hasn’t snowed, yet). Check out this article from CNBC.

Among the finer points:

  • After half a decade of withering sales and slumping prices, there are strong and diverse signs that the single-family housing market is poised for a rebound.
  • Jobs, Jobs, Jobs. A turnaround in the housing market will require continued improvement in the job market.

And remember this article we blogged about? 150,000 auto jobs are coming to the Midwest.

May you and yours have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

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Pinnacle Homes, founded by Howard Fingeroot and Steve Friedman, is one of Metro Detroit’s leading home builders and was named 2010’s “Builder of the Year.” Pinnacles unprecedented 7-year growth and success stems from their core values and recipe for success – the right team of people from the start. No rookie in the business on their team. Along with Pinnacle President, John DePorre, the company leaders bring a vast background and experience and combine their knowledge and expertise with a team of youthful, exuberant, experienced, and highly skilled sales people, construction people, and staff. Pinnacle will help build the home of your dreams.

Kirkway Estates of Northville

When we bought the land that would grow into the community we call Kirkway Estates of Northville, we believed this particular piece of land felt provincial. It seemed like a place to build stately homes that would define elegance and sophistication. And with each new home and each time we break ground, there’s a sense of nobility with which we build the homes in this community.

For this reason, Kirkway Estates of Northville is our featured community of the week. We had a chance to sit down with Tracy Shinneman, Sales Manager of Kirkway Estates, to talk about what makes Kirkway so special.

Q: How do you open the conversation when someone approaches you about living in Kirkway?

A: I welcome them to Northville and South Lyon. In a way, I feel like most people who drive into Kirkway immediately want to live there and my job is nothing more than inviting them to join and become a part of the community. I sometimes sense they’ve already fallen in love with downtown South Lyon or downtown Northville, and then they see the brilliant homes in Kirkway, and I know most people start to think, “oh my gosh, homes get listed and sell so quickly, we’re going to have to move quickly with our selling and buying.” And then they see this massive development and they realize they can use a little patience and they can, phew, live in Northville and build the home of their dreams. So I basically invite them to live here, and it moves pretty quickly to closing.

Q: How will Kirkway look 3, 4, or 10 years from now?

A: Well, this is going to be quite a large community when it’s all said and done, and I think that’s a real selling point. Most people like the idea of living in a big, spacious neighborhood. We have 86 sites planned. 48 are currently occupied, 17 new builds are in progress, and 21 lots are still available.

Q: What school district is this? What schools do Kirkway Estates feed into?

A: The fastest growing school system in Michigan – Northville Schools. If you raise your family here, your kids will go to Thorton Creek Elementary, then Hillside Middle School, and then they’ll head off to Northville High School.

Q: What else draws people to this development?

A: I mostly hear Northville Schools, but some of the other big selling points are the lower Lyon Township taxes, the estate-sized lots, which all combines to give buyers the best location with the biggest lots, best home prices, and in the best school district.

Q: So Kirkway is “the best?”

A: Yes. It really is. I mean, even if a person doesn’t end up buying a home, it’s NEVER because they don’t see how great the homes look, how perfect the location is, or how living in Kirkway would be as good as it gets. Whether you live here, or you’re building here, or considering it, you just can’t argue the fact that Kirkway is the best.

Q: What’s your favorite thing about Kirkway?

A: The families that live here and who’ve built homes with me. I mean, a home, when you think about it, is wood, drywall, windows, doors …but the person who lives in that home …who landscapes that home …who walks out to her mailbox and waves hello to her neighbors …it’s the people that turn bricks and vinyl siding into a community and neighbors. People who live in Kirkway are really a special bunch.

Q: Do you have a favorite home?

A: I have a few that stand out to me. Right now, I’m really loving the Christmas lights …it makes the neighborhood feel even more inviting than usual. Here’s (below) our model home decorated for the holidays, and then a home under construction that sits up on a bit a hill (left) …I just love it.

Q: And finally, what Christmas cookie are you famous for?

A: Oh, you don’t really want to eat any cookies I would bake. I love when people bring me cookies …but if I have to bring cookies, let’s stick with Oreos.

Kirkway Estates is located on the north side of Nine Mile about ½ mile west of Napier Road. For more information, click here, or call or email Tracy at 248-449-400 or tracy@pinnaclebuilt.com.

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Pinnacle Homes, founded by Howard Fingeroot and Steve Friedman, is one of Metro Detroit’s leading home builders and was named 2010’s “Builder of the Year.” Pinnacles unprecedented 7-year growth and success stems from their core values and recipe for success – the right team of people from the start. No rookie in the business on their team. Along with Pinnacle President, John DePorre, the company leaders bring a vast background and experience and combine their knowledge and expertise with a team of youthful, exuberant, experienced, and highly skilled sales people, construction people, and staff. Pinnacle will help build the home of your dreams.

Have Jobs, Will Build Houses.

As the economy sloooooowly begins moving in the right direction, there’s been a sharp increase in auto sales. Each and every month U.S. auto companies are outselling the previous month, and outselling the same month in 2010.

Now is the time to consider building a house with a garage in which to put that car.

CNN Money has this article today, saying 150,000 jobs are coming to the midwest. That goes hand in hand with the article from the Detroit News we blogged about last week.

That feeling? It’s optimism. Call us and let us help you deal with that optimism.

Auto Jobs Boom Coming to Midwest

The job gains are due to forecasts of a modest recovery in auto production, as well as recent labor deals with General Motors (GM,Fortune 500), Ford Motor (F, Fortune 500) and Chrysler Group.

All three labor deals this past fall included promises to hire new employees to build the next generation of cars and trucks. And that will prompt additional hiring at auto parts suppliers.

GM has promised to add or retain 6,400 workers in its labor deal, whileFord promised to add almost 6,000 and Chrysler 2,100.

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Pinnacle Homes, founded by Howard Fingeroot and Steve Friedman, is one of Metro Detroit’s leading home builders and was named 2010’s “Builder of the Year.” Pinnacles unprecedented 7-year growth and success stems from their core values and recipe for success – the right team of people from the start. No rookie in the business on their team. Along with Pinnacle President, John DePorre, the company leaders bring a vast background and experience and combine their knowledge and expertise with a team of youthful, exuberant, experienced, and highly skilled sales people, construction people, and staff. Pinnacle will help build the home of your dreams.

Greenbriar of Commerce

With a community called Greenbriar, one has an image of a rolling meadow in northern Ireland where simple, cozy homes nestle themselves among lazy trees, lush landscapes, and serene ponds and creeks. Greenbriar is a name that sounds peaceful and welcoming. It’s the sort of name for a community that lends itself to someone saying, “I often go for a thoughtful stroll in Greenbriar”, or, “whenever I travel, no matter how exotic the location or adventurous the trip, my heart longs for my home in Greenbriar.”

 

We caught up with Barb Sawasko, Site Manager for Greenbriar of Commerce Township, to ask her about Pinnacle Homes newest community.

Q: Tell me a little about Greenbriar and the plans for the community?

A: There’s something special about Greenbriar which is why I’m so excited to be site manager. We have plans for 50 single-family homes when all is said and done, and I believe we’ll build this community quickly. There’s currently 5 occupied residents with 15 under construction or about to start. Only 30 to go. Greenbriar is the fastest growing community in Commerce Township and it’s exciting to talk about selling 13 homes in only 4 months.

Q: What is the appeal? Why the excitement?

A: It’s a combination of things. First, something about the community and the property just seems inviting. It’s rare that I see someone drive through and they aren’t already picturing themselves living in Greenbriar, walking their dog, grilling out, and planting flowers. Second, when they see that prices start in the $160s, the low tax rate, the central location, and the schools …well, it’s hard not to fall in love. And finally, we’re building ranch homes with modern, spacious floor plans. This is not your post-World War 2 era ranch, and not every builder is offering that option any more. It makes Greenbriar unique.

Q: What schools?

A: When you live in Greenbriar, your children will attend Award Winning Walled Lake Schools – Wixom Elementary, Sara Banks Middle School, and then Walled Lake Western High School.

Q: What is your favorite thing about Greenbriar?

A: Low maintenance living. Your association dues cover grass-cutting and snow removal. You have the investment of a home, but the lifestyle and benefits of a condo community. Plus, and I can never emphasize this enough, especially as the temperatures are starting to drop . . . Pinnacle Homes builds ENERGY STAR homes. We build better homes with better materials and homeowners save 30% or better on utilities when compared to a non Energy Star home.

Q: And finally, what’s your favorite Christmas cookie recipe? We all know the smell of fresh baked cookies make a home irresistible. If it’s not a guarded family secret, what are you baking for the holidays?

A: Oh, I don’t try and re-invent the wheel. I love the time honored Betty Crocker Chocolate Peanut-Butter Dream Bars. Yum.

Ingredients:
Cookie Base
1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker® double chocolate chunk cookie mix
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cold strong brewed coffee or water
1 egg

Filling
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
¼ cup sugar
1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 bag (9 oz) miniature chocolate-covered peanut butter cup candies, chopped

Topping
¼ cup creamy peanut butter
¼ cup milk
2 tablespoons sugar
3 oz bittersweet baking chocolate, melted
1 cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts

Step 1
Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, stir cookie base ingredients until soft dough forms. Spread dough in bottom of ungreased 13×9-inch pan. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or just until set. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.

Step 2
In large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1/4 cup sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Fold in whipped topping and candies. Spread over cooled cookie base.

Step 3
In small microwavable bowl, beat peanut butter, milk and 2 tablespoons sugar with wire whisk until smooth. Microwave uncovered on High 30 to 60 seconds, stirring after 30 seconds, to thin for drizzling. Drizzle mixture over filling. Drizzle with melted chocolate. Sprinkle with peanuts. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until set. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Pinnacle Homes, founded by Howard Fingeroot and Steve Friedman, is one of Metro Detroit’s leading home builders and was named 2010’s “Builder of the Year.” Pinnacles unprecedented 7-year growth and success stems from their core values and recipe for success – the right team of people from the start. No rookie in the business on their team. Along with Pinnacle President, John DePorre, the company leaders bring a vast background and experience and combine their knowledge and expertise with a team of youthful, exuberant, experienced, and highly skilled sales people, construction people, and staff. Pinnacle will help build the home of your dreams.