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Increasingly, many families are moving away from the classic nuclear family and turning instead to older traditions of having multiple generations of family living under one roof. To make this living situation more comfortable for everyone, new homes are being built with what amounts to an apartment within a home, providing privacy and autonomy for everyone, and creating more benefits for the entire family. As a home builder in NJ, we offer what we call our in-law suite as a customization for a large variety of our floor plans.
Multi-generational homes are those with more than two adults living in a household or grandparents living with grandchildren under the age of 25. While it’s more common for parents to move in with children, there are instances where older children move back in with their parents.
Both situations often relate to financial reasons. Sharing the expenses of a home often makes more sense. One larger home may be more affordable than two separate homes. It can also be a way to save money for adult children to put toward their own home eventually. It can also be financially sound to have grandparents available to look after young grandchildren rather than pay the high costs of daycare.
Another benefit of a multi-generational household is sharing the regular maintenance. For older adults, it can become difficult to keep up the maintenance of a large home without help, while for younger adults, they may be too busy with work to keep up with daily chores. By combining families, the workload can be split up according to abilities, easing the workload for everyone.
While financial and maintenance benefits are important, many people choose this lifestyle to create stronger family bonds. Grandparents can be excellent role models for young children, and children develop greater respect and empathy. The sharing of knowledge – whether helping with homework or sharing family history – is also important. Furthermore, older adults are less likely to suffer from loneliness and depression when they feel useful and wanted.
Still, having multiple generations living together in one household can be challenging if there isn’t enough dedicated space for everyone in the home to have their privacy and necessary autonomy. This is why specially designed homes with an in-law or bonus suite are important. These homes typically have what amounts to two primary suites and often include a sitting room and sometimes a kitchenette in the bonus suite to create a home within a home so that everyone can have some peace and privacy when needed. Some in-law suites even include a separate entrance. This provides a retreat for everyone and allows the common areas, such as the main kitchen and family room, to be a place where the whole family can spend time together. This separation can reduce family friction.
If you’ve been considering the benefits of a multi-generational home, we invite you to look at our floor plans and contact us to see how we can help you incorporate an in-law suite into your own ideal home. As a home builder in NJ, we understand the benefits and needs of multi-generational homes and are happy to help you build your own ideal home for the whole family.
The Ravello floorplan is a modern floorplan that responds to the changing needs of any family in today’s busy lifestyle. With over 2,340 square feet of well-planned living space, the Ravello is a floorplan by Schaeffer Family Homes, a home builder in N.J., and features a two-story design with four upstairs bedrooms, a two-car garage, built-in storage, plus room to both flex and grow.
From the front door, the home welcomes you through the foyer to an open-layout living room and kitchen with a large center island. Natural light floods this space from a wall of windows along the back of the home. The coffered ceiling in the living room is an option to capture and bounce more light throughout the space. These are just some of the great touches that the Ravello floorplan offers from this established home builder in N.J.
The kitchen connects back to the front dining room through a butler’s pantry and large storage pantry. There is a large center island in the kitchen and an eat-in nook too.
The first floor also has a main powder room and a roomy mud room /drop area with direct access to/from the two-car garage.
A split staircase leads to the second floor that holds the master bedroom with optional coffered ceiling, and a private ensuite master bathroom with large shower, double sinks, and linen closet that can be modified to include a soaking tub in addition to the separate shower. There is also large walk-in closet to accommodate all the changing seasons.
There are three additional bedrooms which can also be used for any type of flex space such as an exercise room, home office, and game/zoom room. There is a second full bathroom upstairs and the smartly placed laundry room.
Building this home will start at $274,900, plus the site location. You can either build on your own lot or choose a homesite from one of several planned communities from this home builder in New Jersey.
On Schaeffer’s website, you can explore other available floorplans, filter by size and specifications, and then begin to make customized selections. You can also view photos of the models, learn more about each floor plan, and more.
Contact Schaeffer for any type of new home in N.J. Explore your options and call Schaeffer today at (856) 208-5118, email at General.Info@Schaefferhomes.com, or visit our website to learn what is possible!
Vineland, NJ is more than just an escape from the busy cities and suburbs of Philadelphia, Wilmington, Newark, Atlantic City, and New York. This established area offers a walkable, small town feel with scenery, charm, and character.
As a thriving city, Vineland offers a range of shopping, dining, recreational, community, and business opportunities. Vineland was once popular with several vineyards. While most are no longer there, a few wineries still operate nearby including Bellview Winery and Coda Rossa Winery in the towns of Landisville and Franklinville.
Locals with homes in Vineland, NJ appreciate the over 280 acres of park lands, golf courses, and playgrounds. Sports enthusiasts participate in one or more of the area’s community sports leagues that include venues like Landis Park and the Joseph E. Romano Sports Complex. Outdoor enthusiasts take advantage of the diverse nature areas found at Giampietro Memorial Park, Willow Oak Conservation Area, as well as down the road at the New Jersey shoreline.
Throughout the year, Vineland hosts a variety of festivals filled with food and fun activities for the whole family. Main Street Vineland attracts both locals and visitors for its annual vintage and classic car show called the Cruise Down Memory Lane. During the summer, the town holds cultural and food focused events like a Seafood and Greek festival, while the winter months feature a holiday parade and seasonal activities.
Due to many nearby restaurants and stores. To access the nearby large metropolitan cities, residents with homes in Vineland, NJ can access state routes via car or opt for a commuter bus transit.
Enjoy the benefits of Vineland and choose to either build select home plans within Menantico Estates or build a new home on your own lot in any of the counties in or throughout Central and South New Jersey.
Menantico Estates is a new home community with 10 home in Vineland, NJ that have two-acre homesites. Floorplans in Menantico range from 1,880-3,100 square feet, start in the $400,000’s, and have close access to great recreation, dining, and shopping.
Schaeffer Family Homes builds to suit the lifestyle and needs of you and your family. Schaeffer can create your dream home with streamlined floor plans and options.
On our website, you can explore available lots, filter by size and specifications, and then select a homesite. You can also view photos of our models, learn about floor plans, begin selection colors and more. You can even calculate your mortgage. Visit the Schaeffer Family Homes website to explore more about our great new homes and communities, and find your new home in NJ.
Just a few homes remain in Vineland, NJ at Menantico Estates, so contact Schaeaffer today to start your home buying journey. Call us today for details and to schedule your appointment: (856) 208-5118 or General.Info@Schaefferhomes.com.
Schaeffer Family Homes, a three-generation home builder in NJ, was recently honored with two prestigious awards from the Builders League of South Jersey.
At the League’s annual MAME Awards, Schaeffer Family Homes won two renovation awards for “Best Renovated Kitchen Under $100K” and “Best Renovated Kitchen Over $100K.” The awards were presented on November 13 at Woodcrest Country Club in Cherry Hill, NJ.
Director of Sales Christie Redner and Land Acquisition Specialist Josh Adams were also recognized as new members of the “Million Dollar Club.” The distinction honors top-producing building and remodeling professionals and we’re proud to have these two on our team.
MAME is an acronym for “Major Achievements in Marketing Excellence.” The criteria for eligible building and renovation projects includes functionality and visual appeal. Winning designs must provide excellent value to the customer and demonstrate good design.
See images from the award ceremony on our Facebook page.
Schaeffer Family Homes takes pride in building top-quality homes at an affordable price. We serve the South Jersey in settings from rural retreats and beachside homes to urban areas and planned communities. We can help you find your ideal location or build a home on land that you already own.
Our catalog of plans is filled with home designs that can be used as is or customized to suit your particular needs. Once you choose your plan, you have the pleasure of making it your very own when you visit our 3,000 square foot design center to choose the details that will personalize your home.
We’re always alert for ways to improve our products and services, and we offer the best options at an affordable price. All our homes are 100% Energy Star certified. We offer a comprehensive set of warranties including a 2-year mechanical warranty, 10-year structural, 50-year vinyl siding and more.
We value our customers and prove it with three follow-up customer satisfaction surveys for every home. Our president uses the information returned in the surveys to continually enhance our offerings.
Call Schaeffer Family Homes today at 856-208-5118 to get started building your new home with an award-winning home builder in NJ.
At Schaeffer Family Homes, we love building contemporary and comfortable living spaces that people are so happy to call home. But more than that, we love changing the lives of every homeowner that we work with, and providing an easy and rewarding road to move-in day.
Our team is excited to announce that we’ve won a 2019 Guildmaster Award from GuildQuality for the fourth time! Given to companies who deliver exceptional customer experiences, recipients “must achieve a recommendation rate of 90% as well as a certain response rate based on volume.” We achieve this GuildQaulity rating by taking great care in the relationship we build with every single homebuyer.
Our homeowners have said that we give, “Outstanding attention to the needs and desires of the buyer.” and that we, ““Respond to emails have been almost immediate.” Take a look at our personal rating page to see even more feedback about our process and homes given to us by real homeowners like you.
We’re always honored to be recognized for the work we do, but most of all, we’re honored by all of the incredible people who come to us and trust us to build their dream homes. This year more than the last, we know that this award is a testament to the wonderful homeowners that we have the privilege of working with.
“I really was amazed how simply and well everything went.” We are dedicated to making sure that every homeowner feels that exact same way throughout the process of building their new home with us, and we can’t wait to get you settled into the home you were always meant to be. For more information on our one-of-a-kind family homes in New Jersey, please visit our website or give us a call at 856-208-5118.
At Schaeffer Family Homes, our friendly and knowledgeable team wants nothing more than to make your days extraordinary. We understand the true meaning of home and family inside and out, and make sure that your journey to move-in day is just as sweet as life in your new home will be.
This week, we’re happy to introduce you to an employee who brings positivity to our office and homeowners everyday. Krista Cipollone, our incredible new home sales specialist, is one of the reasons why your homebuilding process is easy, informative, and fun from start to finish.
After graduating from the University of Scranton in 2015 with degrees in broadcast communication and Spanish, Krista started her career in television production in Philadelphia. While she loved working as an associate producer, she was ready for something more challenging… And luckily so, because that’s how she found her Schaeffer family.
In April 2018, Krista joined our team as a new home sales specialist, truly coming full circle — her mom had always worked in real estate and property management, and Krista always had an interest herself. When it comes to her role, Krista’s most excited about our brand new Carriage Mews community in Berlin Borough, (where she lives in her own Schaeffer home!) and absolutely loves hearing the enthusiasm and excitement in a customer’s voice when they’re talking about the “must-haves” in their dream home.
“It’s special to be part of the process of building a new home,” Krista says. “Buying a home is a big decision, and designing your own home makes it personal! I love taking a role in the process of helping people find their dream home.” We may be biased, but you can trust us when we say that when you’re going through this exciting (and emotional) adventure, there’s no one warmer, more kind, and more insightful than Krista to have on your side.
It’s no surprise that Krista’s just as adventurous and fun-loving outside of Schaeffer… When she’s not in the office helping homeowners, you can find Krista staying active while snowboarding, playing tennis, paddle boarding, bowling, playing ping pong, and traveling, as well as cheering on the Broad Street Bullies as a Philadelphia Flyers Ice Girl.
Krista also loves animals, and volunteers with a West Berlin rescue called Balanced Buddies Res-Q. She says that her dog, Sully, is her absolute pride and joy, and loves extending her affinity for furry friends outside of her home. Just as thoughtful as she is hard-working, Krista’s an incredible addition to our team. We’re so lucky to have you, Krista! Thank you for all that you do for Schaeffer and our homeowners.
For more information on our homes and communities throughout South Jersey, please visit our website or give us a call at 856-208-5118. Krista can’t wait to work with you to help bring your dream home to life!
There are few things more special than sharing the feeling of home with your family. Between milestones and everyday moments, your home is the safest and most comforting place in the world. Only someone who lives and breathes the value of family knows how to build the homes that families deserve, and we’re proud to say that at Schaeffer Family Homes, that someone is none other than our wonderful leader, Jason Schaeffer.
When he first stepped into his role, the first thing that Jason did was incorporate the word “family” into the company name. “We are truly a family company. My mother still works for the company, as do my brother and wife. We have many employees who have been with us for decades and all of our employees are treated as family.” Best of all, when you buy a home with us, you become a lasting part of this Schaeffer family.
Before purchasing the family business from his mother and father in 2006, Jason worked in construction as a service and warranty manager, a sales manager, and eventually an operations manager for many years, in which he oversaw about 1,000 homes being built. Everything he’s learned about the industry through his past experiences have helped to shape his role today, and we’re grateful for the chance to learn from him every day!
Since the very beginning, Jason has put a significant emphasis on exceptional customer service. The happiness of his homeowners is his number one priority, which all starts with a rewarding building experience. Because GuildQuality provides Schaeffer Family Homes with real market research from homeowners, Jason pays special attention to what you say, so he can ensure that the work he does significantly enhances your life.
Having grown up in Berlin Borough, Jason has always been close to where our headquarters and design center are today. After spending time traveling and working after college, Jason settled into the new home industry and has been here ever since. Jason married his high school sweetheart, moved to beautiful Haddonfield, and lives there now with his wife and three sons.
It’s no surprise that Jason’s love of family and community doesn’t stop when he’s not in the office. In fact, his favorite thing to do in his free time is to enjoy moments with his family, whether that’s going on trips, relaxing at home, or attending his children’s sporting or music events. He also pursues aviation — did you know that Jason is a private pilot? If he weren’t the owner of Schaeffer Family Homes, he’d be flying planes!
When it comes to the heart and soul of your home, there are no better hands to be in than Jason’s. With an unmatched eye for aesthetics, design, and function (fun fact: Jason was given a scholarship to attend the Accademia di Bella Arti in Florence and was a professional sculptor after college), and an immense amount of love and care for his work and his homeowners, Jason is the co-pilot you want on your homebuilding journey.
All of us at Schaeffer Family Homes would love to thank Jason for being the greatest leader and inspiration of all. Our work is a fulfilling adventure each and every day, due in large part to the man that helps to make the magic happen. For more information on our homes and communities throughout South Jersey, please visit our website or give us a call at 856-208-5118. We can’t wait to help you find your dream home!
For three generations, Schaeffer Family Homes has been committed to positively impacting the lives of our clients. Because we always incorporate family values and exceptional customer service into our work, we’re able to build the highest-quality homes while providing a smooth and stress-free process to our homeowners.
Our whole team is excited to announce that we’ve won a 2018 Guildmaster Award from GuildQuality! Given to companies who deliver incredible customer experiences, recipients “must achieve a recommendation rate of 90% as well as a certain response rate based on volume.” And guess what: we were the only builder in New Jersey to be awarded this honor. This means that we truly are the number one customer service choice in our beautiful state.
We’re always proud to be recognized for our hard work, but most importantly, we’re proud of our ability to satisfy each and every one of our clients. The people that we work with are what make work worth it! This award is a reminder to us that we have the greatest clients in the world.
If you’re looking for a living space that reflects you and your lifestyle, and exemplifies the real meaning of “there’s no place like home,” Schaeffer Family Homes would love to partner with you. This journey is one of the greatest you’ll ever take, and we want to make sure it’s as memorable as it should be.
For more information on our homes, please visit our webpage, or give us a call at 856-208-5118. We can’t wait to get started!
The Schaeffer family has been committed to providing quality-built, affordably priced new homes in South Jersey for over 60 years. Starting with Thomas Schaeffer Sr., continuing through Thomas “Tim” Schaeffer Jr., and now guided by Jason Schaeffer, this dedicated clan has made homebuilding a true family affair.
While Tim worked with his father, polishing his craft and building custom homes in southern New Jersey, Tim’s son, Jason, has taken his years of experience and is shifting the company’s focus to “on your lot” building in South Jersey and at the Shore.
Various members of the Schaeffer family are involved with the company – that’s what makes us different! When you build a home with us, you work with everyone in the family (In case you’re wondering, Jason’s sons are already part of the company… he named the newest floor plans after them!).
Letting our family build for your family is a smart decision. We’ll build your home just like we build our own!
Call Schaeffer Family Homes when you’re ready to build the home of your dreams. We’ll build what you want, where you want.
Josh Adams is our new Land Specialist. He handles land acquisitions and assists our customers with finding just the right lot. “I love the chase involved in finding land,” says Josh. “I enjoy working with people and building relationships, and finding creative ways to find lots and sell properties.”
As a newer member of the team, he has a unique perspective on working here. “It’s a great environment, and I’m fortunate to be a part of it! I’m looking forward to helping people find a place to spend their lives. I’m also excited about the fact that there’s a picture of Vanilla Ice that randomly appears somewhere in the office!”
Prior to joining Schaeffer Family Homes, Josh most recently worked as a sales associate for Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach, Realtors® selling resale residential homes, new construction, and land. Prior to joining BHHS, he worked for Atlantic Five Realty where he specialized in selling residential subdivisions to builders. He attended Moorestown Friends, and Rutgers Business – Camden.
Josh loves cooking and anything related to food. In fact, “there’s a good chance that food is going to come up in any conversation!” He also thinks that “golf is the greatest game ever made.” He loves Philly sports (Go Birds!), and competing in just about anything.
Fun Facts: He has made wine his entire life. And has done belly flops in the Mediterranean Sea.
When you’re ready to work with an expert like Josh, contact Schaeffer Family Homes at (856) 208-5118. We can’t wait to get started building the home of your dreams.
We are proud to offer new homes that have earned the ENERGY STAR® label. ENERGY STAR qualified new homes are substantially more energy-efficient than homes built to the minimum code requirements. Our ENERGY STAR qualified new homes are independently verified by a third-party Home Energy Rater to ensure they meet ENERGY STAR energy efficiency guidelines. These homes are better for the environment and better for you. Learn more about ENERGY STAR qualified new homes at http://www.energystar.gov/