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The start of a new year is a time for fresh beginnings, renewed focus, and setting goals for the future. What better way to kick off 2025 than by stepping into a home that truly fits your lifestyle? At Clarity Construction, we believe that a new home isn’t just about fresh walls and floors—it’s about creating a space that enhances your daily life and gives you the freedom to focus on what matters most.

As the way we live evolves, so does the way we design our homes. One feature growing in popularity among homeowners is zero-entry living—homes designed without steps at entrances, allowing seamless access from outside to inside and between key spaces. While this design element may seem like a simple convenience, it offers numerous benefits that enhance accessibility, safety, and overall quality of life for people of all ages and abilities.

If you’ve been considering a move, there’s no time like the present to invest in an Epcon home. From financial incentives to lifestyle benefits, here’s why today is the right moment to make your dream a reality.

If you missed us on Hello Iowa this month you can watch the full segment here. Where we discuss how moving to a new home can feel overwhelming, but with Epcon Communities and Clarity Construction, the process is both seamless and rewarding. From innovative home designs to supportive services, we make it easier to create a home and lifestyle you’ll love.

Are you ready to find a home that offers both comfort and convenience? We're excited to share our latest feature on Hello Iowa, where we dive into some of our most popular home options and the benefits of a low-maintenance, lock-and-leave lifestyle.

It is no secret that most of us have accumulated a lot of stuff by the time we enter our fifties or sixties. When it is time to move, whether for the purpose of downsizing, living closer to grandchildren, or other reasons, it can be difficult to know what items to move into a new home and what to throw away.

Your third stage of life is the perfect time to fill your days with things that give you joy. For some of us, this is the time to travel and check items off our bucket lists. If you’re a recent empty nester, newly retired, or have cut down your hours at work, you may find that you have more time to take a road trip, fly to Cancun in the winter, or finally experience the Eiffel Tower in person.

The hard costs of purchasing a new home in today’s market can be daunting: increased building material costs, rising loan rates, and the cost of renovations to get your current home ready to sell are just a few examples. These concerns can cause potential home buyers like you to step away from the market and wait for a more opportune time.

Moving can be an exciting time. It’s the perfect opportunity to start fresh and make a big change in your life. The moving process is a big undertaking, however, and it can be even more overwhelming when it involves relocating to a new state. There are a lot of things to keep in mind and to plan in preparation for your move. Not only do you need to figure out what and how to pack or donate and how to pay for the moving van, but you will also need to know how to update your car registration and driver’s license, properly file taxes, and change your address. Here are some things to keep in mind to make this big move easier.

When you decide to build a new home, choosing a builder is just as important as choosing the layout. It’s important to know your homebuilder is reputable and trustworthy.