New Homes Journal Don Julian Canyon Creek

Success in life comes mainly from the ability and willingness to learn from our experiences, adjust to our environment, and move ahead. Succeeding in the home building industry requires similar attributes.

Don Julian Builders represents one of the region's most dramatic success stories in residential construction. Besides the raw numbers (more than 2,000 of the finest custom-built homes in Kansas City-homes worth the staggering figure of nearly $1 billion), Julian's rock-solid longevity and reputation for quality and customer service has resulted in countless satisfied homeowners.

In the past few years a significant number of home builders have chosen a new career path. There are various reasons, obviously, but perhaps the most glaring is not adjusting to today's market. Difficult times call for innovative thinking and spirited determination. "You can't be waiting to see what happens next," Julian says. "You have to make it happen. You can't dwell on economic conditions or blame someone or something else. As a builder, you have to be flexible, stay aggressive and be innovative. At Don Julian Builders, we're not looking back. We're looking to the future and we are excited about the possibilities ahead of us!"

Julian believes the industry is bouncing back for home builders who have the ability, resources and vision to adjust to current market needs and trends. The uptick in home buying activity is reflected in a recent report from the Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors, Heartland Multiple Listing Service. The report stated that existing inventory of new homes in Kansas City has fallen from 4,435 in February of 2008 to 1,593 in July 2010 for all price categories. As a result, with inventory numbers dropping, the search for an existing new home presents fewer options.

According to Julian, there are more people anxious to buy than most would believe. But many current homeowners who are ready to move up to their perfect dream home are faced with the decision of whether to buy first or sell first. The dilemma of what to do with their existing home can be an obstacle, but Don Julian Builders has eliminated that barrier along with the usual stress and worry that most home buyers/sellers experience by implementing a “Guaranteed Sale” program that provides a safety net.

The program is very simple. During the time it takes to build the new custom home, homeowners retain the ability to sell their existing home on their own. If the existing home does not sell by the time the new custom home is complete, Don Julian Builders will purchase the existing home at the agreed upon price. “Our ability to guarantee that our customer's existing home will sell, provides an extraordinary opportunity for previously hesitant buyers. People are surprised when they learn about it,“ explains Don. Taking advantage of a “Guaranteed Sale” program allows buyers to take a deep breath and enjoy the process without having to worry about timing the sale of their current home.

In addition to the “Guaranteed Sale” program, Julian offers a very flexible “Trade-In” program where homeowners can trade up to an existing new speculative home, ready to move in resale home or even trade for a new home under construction. The incredible popularity of Julian's "Trade In" program has returned phenomenal results. In 2010, Don Julian Builders has generated over $4 million in trade-related sales. A lot of eager, homebuyers have been taking advantage of this remarkable opportunity. Don Julian Builders is trading on homes across a wide spectrum of prices.

Don Julian Builders is responsible for the construction of some of the area's most impressive residences in a variety of communities and price ranges throughout the Metro area. One such community is Lenexa's "Hidden Treasure", Canyon Creek. Here you will experience the dramatic growth and changes in some of the most beautiful, rolling and wooded terrain in the Kansas City area. To visit this new home community is to discover just the tip of the iceberg of a new home opportunity unlike any other.

Canyon Creek is a "Master Planned Community" of several distinct neighborhoods, as well as inviting recreational amenities. Construction has begun on the swimming pool, sand volleyball, basketball court and playground. You are welcomed by a gorgeous entry monument waterfall with lush landscaping and homes featuring concrete tile roofs, stucco exteriors, wooded homesites and much, much more. Prices in Canyon Creek range from the $300,000's to over $1 million. For more details and information about Canyon Creek, call 913-441-8998 or visit www.canyoncreekkc.com. Take K-10 west to Cedar Creek Parkway, north _ mile to Canyon Creek.

When credibility and trust retain their level of importance in the home building/buying process, reputable, established home builders, such as Don Julian Builders, thrive. It's a rare accomplishment for a home builder when his name becomes synonymous with quality, value and integrity of design...the Don Julian signature on a custom home has just that kind of meaning regardless of price point.

Communities developed by Julian include: Canyon Creek, Woodland Reserve, Mission Reserve, Lakewood Shores, Tiffany Greens, Riss Lake, Forest Ridge Estates, Overland Ridge and Riverview. Visit www.donjulianbuilders.com for information regarding these communities.

You can learn more about Don Julian Builders' Plans, Communities, “Guaranteed Sale” program and “Trade-In” program as well as their many other services including the convenience of in-house designers and decorators, by calling 913-894-6300 or by visiting www.donjulianbuilders.com.