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The Traveling Trophy
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The Traveling Trophy
The Greater Fort Worth Builders Association trophy and award is given to the builder that during that year most epitomizes the GFWBA ideals. The award for Builder of the Year is an award designed to travel from honoree to honoree since 1955. Only 56 members have earned this honor . To carry it a step further follow our Facebook Page and this Blog as we take the “Traveling Trophy” on some travels of our own!
Builder of the Year!!!
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The Greater Fort Worth Builders Association, with over 500 members, recently hosted it’s Installation and Awards Banquet for their builders and associate members. This annual event is a night of fun and celebration for the Builders Association which includes awards presented to the Associate of the Year, Developer of the Year and Builder of the Year. Also celebrated at the banquet is the installation of the new Board of Directors, a tribute to past president and, installation of the new president along the official “Exchange of Power”.
This years event was themed “Denim and Diamonds” as was held at River Ranch in the stock yards. The evening started with a socializing hour, dinner (provided by Railhead BBQ in Fort Worth), Awards Presentation, Installation then dancing with “Slippery When Wet Band”.
Here are 2011-2012 GFWBA Executive Committee:
President – John Montgomery, Montesello Homes
First Vice President – Lee A. Hughes, Maverick Homes
Secretary/Treasurer – Lynn Motheral, Austin Design Build
Vice President – Doug Boyd, Boyd Builders, Inc
Vice President – Michael Wood, Providence Homes, Inc
Associate Vice President – Tiffany Acree, StrucSure Home Warranty
Immediate Past President – Jay, Brown, Tahoe Custom Builders
Past President, Jay Brown and current First Vice President, Lee A. Hughes. Thanks for all your dedication during your presidency, Jay. You made a difference!
Congratulations to the new Executive Committee and may you serve the Builders Association well!
AWARDS FINALISTS AND WINNERS!!!:
Finalists for the 2011 Associate of the Year were:
ACME Brick, Scott Odom
The Bush Firm, Donald Shelton
Jetta Corporation, Robin Ricker
StrucSure Home Warranty, Tiffany Acree
Texas Lighting, Etc., Johnny Dwire
Tough decision, I’m sure! All incredible finalists! The winner went to…..Tiffany Acree. Congratulations, Tiffany! Well deserving!
Next up: Finalists for 2011 Developer of the Year:
Centurion American Development Group, Ross Calhoun
Mike Sandlin Homes, Inc., Mike Sandlin
Sheffield Development Co., Inc., Gary Sheffield
And the Winner is...Gary Sheffield, an industry icon! Congratulations!
And now…the Finalists for 2011 Builder of the Year:
Cary Clark Homes, Cary Clarke
Maverick Homes, Lee A. Hughes
Montesello Homes, John Montgomery
Sean Knight Custom Homes, Inc, Sean Knight
Village Homes, Michael Dike (did you see their home in the 2011 Kaleidoscope of Homes? Beautiful!)
And the winner is…MAVERICK HOMES, LEE A. HUGHES!!! ahem…that would be us!!! Wow, we are so very grateful for this honor. Here is Lee accepting his award from the 2010 winner, Danny Moss, and GFWBA’s Executive Vice President, Jon A, Samson.
Maverick Homes CEO/Managing Partner, Lee A. Hughes, Maverick Homes Vice President, Kelly Millikan and Maverick Homes Resident Blogger(!), Cassandra Fisher
Mr. Hughes – From your crew at Maverick Homes…we are so proud of you and everything you do for our industry. Congratulations to a wonderful leader!
7224 La Cantera Dr
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Maverick Homes’ newly designed spec home will be located at 7224 La Cantera Dr on 1 acres! No City Taxes and No Water Bills, minutes to Downtown Fort Worth, gorgeous estate homes, a creek and equestrian trails, gated entrance and a heavily wooded enclave are just a few of the many reasons why La Cantera has been so popular. New in construction, this family home is offered for an investment of $348,900.
This exquisite floorplan boasts approximately 3543 square feet of living area, including four bedrooms, large, finished bonus room upstairs, 3 1/2 baths, three car garage and two dining areas. Custom detailed amenities include: hand troweled walls, custom cabinetry, stone fireplace, custom trim and more. There is still time to choose your personalized selections!
Please keep in mind that Maverick Homes is a custom builder. If this plan does not meet your family’s needs please contact us today and let us assist you in designing a plan of your own. We have many one-acre homesite communities to choose from throughout Tarrant and Parker Counties. Build on one of our lots or yours! Call us today at 817-443-0300
Happy moving!
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GFWBA Spring Tour of New Homes
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Maverick Homes is proud to be apart of this years Greater Fort Worth Builders Association Spring Tour of New Homes! Click on the logo to the left and browse through the tour’s website and plan your tour for this weekend. Only 2 weekends left! Here are the two homes we have entered:
7321 La Cantera Dr in La Cantera Estates. This exquisite floorplan boasts approximately 4239 square feet of living area, including four bedrooms, three living areas, three full and two half baths, three car garage and two dining areas. The upstairs Family room is 29 x 19 with a covered balcony overlooking the almost 5 acre homesite! Located in the popular community of La Cantera, just minutes to Downtown Fort Worth. Surrounded by gorgeous estate homes, a creek and equestrian trails.
NO CITY TAXES and NO WATER BILLS! $439,000
10216 Mustang Wells Dr. Located in the spectacular community of Mustang Pointe, this gorgeous Model Home is displayed on a beautifully landscaped, One Acre Lot, directly across from Lake Benbrook. The floor plan boasts an open kitchen, large master retreat featuring a separate sitting area with a see-thru fireplace, a luxurious master bath with a walk-in shower, 4 oversized bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 living areas including a generously proportioned game room with a wet bar, formal dining room and a spacious utility room. Only 20 Minutes to downtown Fort Worth. NO CITY TAXES AND NO WATER BILLS! Views of Lake Benbrook and downtown Fort Worth! $439.900
Be sure to visit the Spring Tour’s Facebook page and vote for your favorite builder! Hope to see you out this weekend!
116 Backstretch
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Maverick Homes announces its newest available custom home in the Aledo schools, at 116 Backstretch. Located in the pristine community of Legacy Pointe, a community with no city taxes or water bills! This home is offered for an investment of $279,000. While being just 20 minutes to downtown Fort Worth, Legacy Pointe boasts country, serene living on one-acre lots, with city conveniences close by. The backdrop and view for this masterpiece home, is a working thoroughbred ranch with a resemblance to the famed Southfork Ranch.
This popular floorplan boasts four bedrooms, two large living areas and two and a half baths. The master retreat, located at the back of the home and separate from the other bedrooms, features an abundant master closet that also has access to the utility room. The media/game room is a perfect room for the kids playroom or a media room with easy access to the covered back patio. The view from this room is a must see! A half bath completes this flexible area. The open kitchen and living area are functionally arranged for family gatherings. An abundance of custom cabinetry and built-in appliances awaits the most discriminate chef! Three additional bedrooms are serviced by an oversized bathroom with two sinks. All situated on a beautiful one acre lot!
Maverick Homes is a “StrucSure Warranty” Platinum Builder, an accolade achieved via twenty two years of customer service satisfaction. Maverick Homes is also a Certified Green Professional and was named 2009 Developer of the Year by the Greater Fort Worth Builders Association. To visit Legacy Pointe, take I-20 W to Hwy 377 S. Exit Hwy 377 S. and travel three miles past FM 1187. Turn left on Goforth Rd. to the community entrance.
Please keep in mind that Maverick Homes is a custom builder. If this plan does not meet your family’s needs please contact us today and let us assist you in designing a plan of your own. We have many one-acre homesite communities to choose from throughout Tarrant and Parker Counties. Build on one of our lots or yours! 817-443-0300
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Maverick Move – Trade in program
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Introducing the “Maverick Move.” This program allows qualified homes to be “traded” for a new Maverick Home! You as the client have the luxury of not having to move twice; your new home is built while you still live in your existing home. With historically low mortgage rates, this program further enhances the clients’ opportunity to purchase now and take advantage of these awesome rates, and lower building costs.
It’s simple. You work with Maverick Homes’ professional home designer to create your dream home. Once your new home is complete, Maverick Homes buys your existing home for a pre-agreed price, and you close on your dream home the same day.
Maverick Homes has several acreage lot communities, in Tarrant and Parker Counties, or will work with you to find just the lot to suit your needs. An extraordinary opportunity exists in the marketplace. Low mortgage rates, low building costs and the opportunity to sell your existing home is why we created the Maverick Move Program.
Visit us today to determine if your home and home purchase criteria qualify for the “Maverick Move” trade program.
New Spec in La Cantera
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Maverick Homes’ newly designed spec home will be located at 7321 La Cantera Dr on almost 5 acres! No City Taxes and No Water Bills, minutes to Downtown Fort Worth, gorgeous estate homes, a creek and equestrian trails, gated entrance and a heavily wooded enclave are just a few of the many reasons why La Cantera has been so popular. New in construction, this family home is offered for an investment of $439,900.
This exquisite floorplan boasts approximately 4239 square feet of living area, including four
bedrooms, three living areas, three full and two 1/2 baths, three car garage and two dining areas. Enjoy entertainingor family gatherings in your 29′ x 19′ Family Room.
The Family Room view of the acreage is surpassed only by the view from the expansive upstairs balcony! Custom detailed amenities include: hand troweled walls, custom cabinetry, hand-scraped wood floors, stone fireplace, custom trim and more. There is still time to choose your personalized selections!
The large kitchen is equipped with an island, granite countertops, walk-in pantry, built-in appliances, and a serving bar that overlooks the family area. The split level master bedroom is an absolute one of a kind! A tall vaulted ceiling with stained wood beams and a large sitting are make this a true retreat. The extensive covered patio is yours to enjoy as part of this unique master suite design. Family bedrooms with walk-in closets are separated from the master bedroom.
Please keep in mind that Maverick Homes is a custom builder. If this plan does not meet your family’s needs please contact us today and let us assist you in designing a plan of your own. We have many one-acre homesite communities to choose from throughout Tarrant and Parker Counties. Build on one of our lots or yours!
