Gas Cards: The Hottest Incentive for New-Home Sales
by Pat Curry, Builder Magazine
It’s tough enough to get prospective home buyers to get in their cars and visit a model home without $4-a-gallon gas prices. To encourage buyers to hit the highway--or to motivate them to consider a neighborhood that will require a commute--builders are turning to gas cards.
Kimball Hill Homes is running a promotion through the end of July offering a $50 gas card to prospective buyers who visit a neighborhood and pre-qualify for a mortgage.
Through the end of August, Frederick, Md.-based Dan Ryan Builders is offering qualified, non-contingent buyers the option of closing cost assistance or up to a $5,000 gas card. Most of its buyers work in Washington, D.C., says marketing manager Karen Paulik, and the builder decided that the offer of a gas card would help with the cost of commuting.
In Dallas, Parkside Custom Homes currently is offering $100 in gas for 100 consecutive weeks to buyers of one of its two available homes in The Orchards at Eagle Mountain Lake, a luxury community that’s a fairly good drive from the central business district.
In Sacramento, Calif., Lennar Homes offered a Summer Sales Drive promotion; visitors to its 15 communities in the division could register to win a $1,000 gas card.
Offering small-denomination gas cards for visiting, or holding drawings for larger amounts, can be a way to drive traffic to a community, and to build a list of names for marketing, “assuming the names have value,” says Brian Flook, president of Hagerstown, Md.-based Power Marketing and Advertising, which specializes in marketing for home builders. “If the incentive is too easy a giveaway, your list is potentially only people who want gas, not a house. But, as permission marketing goes, building a list is a good thing. I see the gas thing as a good motivator when you use it to lure people to a site they may not otherwise visit. Or, use it as an after-purchase value. For instance, give away $5,000 of gas for your drive to work after you purchase. That could motivate a person to buy your home versus the next guy.”
The efforts aren’t limited to home buyers, either. Kimball Hill’s promotion extends to real estate agents, who can earn a $50 gas card for every client they accompany and register at a Kimball Hill community. Tori Ewing, vice president of corporate communications and marketing at Haven Properties in Atlanta, provides her on-site sales managers with prepaid gas cards “to use at their discretion to give to co-op real estate agents as a thank-you for brining potential buyers.”
Gas cards, as well as American Express gift cards, are a big hit with the real estate agents Dan Ryan Builders works with, too, Paulik says. Earlier this year, she expanded an internal sales contest that had a trip to Jamaica as the top prize to include local real estate agents.
“We thought the Jamaica trip would bring in people,” Paulik says. “They wanted the cash or the gas. What it tells us is that while the market is the way it is, we don’t need to spend energy on coming up with something like a trip.”
She also uses gas cards as prizes on a “Spin the Wheel” incentive for her sales agents. Every time they make a sale, and when a sale converts to a closing, they can spin a wheel on a board for gas card prizes.
Gas cards aren’t the only way to get people’s attention, of course. Beazer Homes took advantage of the novelty-- and fuel efficiency--of the newly available Smart Cars to fuel an internal sales contest this summer. The contest was centered on the builder's Smart Summer Spectacular national sales event June 20 to 22, according to Beazer marketing director Mandy Brooks, and the division with the highest sales as percent to goal was awarded the use of a branded Smart Car for a year.
The winner was Beazer's Charleston division, which sold 75 homes during the three-day promotion, exceeding the sales goal by more than 50 percent. The car is wrapped with logos for Beazer’s newly launched eco-friendly initiative, eSMART by Beazer Homes.
Beazer also is considering running some ads in the Los Angeles area that discuss the savings associated with living outside the metro area, Brooks says.
“In some cases,” she says, “the savings are such that a commute is actually worth it.”
Pat Curry is senior editor for sales and marketing at BUILDER magazine.
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Kudos to Sales Manager Cathy Ho
August 1, 2008
To Whom It May Concern:
We began looking for a new home in the Martinsburg area in 2007. We were impressed by Dan Ryan Builders’ floorplans and affordable quality. We found the Ridges of Tuscarora to be an ideal setting.
Working with Cathy Ho has been such a pleasure. She combines a wealth of knowledge with enthusiasm and attention to each customer. Because we were not local, Cathy’s follow-through and excellent communication were especially important to us. She truly made the whole process enjoyable. We’ve built a number of homes—Cathy is exceptional in every regard.
Our personal plans took a twist when we had concerns over how our new home would sit on the chosen site right before ground-breaking. Cathy was with us every step of the way as we worked through the dilemma. As always, she listened and helped us find the right solution.
Today we are enjoying our new home in this lovely neighborhood that combines a country setting with a convenient location. We have wonderful neighbors and look forward to seeing the Ridges of Tuscarora mature in the years ahead.
Sincerely,
Linda & Paul Wangerin
To Whom It May Concern:
We began looking for a new home in the Martinsburg area in 2007. We were impressed by Dan Ryan Builders’ floorplans and affordable quality. We found the Ridges of Tuscarora to be an ideal setting.
Working with Cathy Ho has been such a pleasure. She combines a wealth of knowledge with enthusiasm and attention to each customer. Because we were not local, Cathy’s follow-through and excellent communication were especially important to us. She truly made the whole process enjoyable. We’ve built a number of homes—Cathy is exceptional in every regard.
Our personal plans took a twist when we had concerns over how our new home would sit on the chosen site right before ground-breaking. Cathy was with us every step of the way as we worked through the dilemma. As always, she listened and helped us find the right solution.
Today we are enjoying our new home in this lovely neighborhood that combines a country setting with a convenient location. We have wonderful neighbors and look forward to seeing the Ridges of Tuscarora mature in the years ahead.
Sincerely,
Linda & Paul Wangerin
Friday, July 18, 2008
A Happy Homeowner
July 11, 2008
Dan Ryan Builders
60 Thomas Johnson Drive
Frederick. MD 21702
Dear Mr. Ryan,
I want to thank you so much for everything that you and your team of professionals did to make my dream of affording a home come true. Every time I come home I look at this beautiful house and still can't believe this is mine. When I was growing up I experienced things in life like sleeping in my car with no job and a pocket full of change. Since then life, though difficult at times continued to improve and get better.
On November 15, 2005 my son was born and this in itself changed my life again. At this point I was living in a crammed one bedroom apartment and I knew that I needed to provide a better living environment for my son.
Since this was my first time buying a home, I looked at several areas until finally choosing the house I presently reside in. I must say that I never felt more relaxed through my home buying experience, only because the people that you employed made it this way.
The first person I want to mention is Ben Shively. Dealing with Ben was like talking to a friend of mine and not the typical sales person who always seems to talk like there reading from a script. He made things so easy for me understand and when I had a question he was upfront and honest with me. Ben was always in contact with me and when things weren't right he went the extra mile to make sure it was right.
Second person I wanted to mention was Michael Crist with Monocacy Mortgage. I can't thank him enough for everything he did to ensure that I was going to be living in this house. It seemed like it was his personal goal to do whatever it took to get me into this house. And though my mortgage went through another lender that Mike personally knew, he was there from the beginning all the way to the end.
Since moving in, everything has gone great. I've called the service number a few times for some minor things, but they have always been courteous and prompt. Ray Brice has been very helpful and has quickly responded to everything I needed to make sure I was happy.
Once again I want to thank you for not only making this home a reality for me, but to ensure that my little boy has a place that he can call his house.
Sincerely,
Christopher Sullivan
Dan Ryan Builders
60 Thomas Johnson Drive
Frederick. MD 21702
Dear Mr. Ryan,
I want to thank you so much for everything that you and your team of professionals did to make my dream of affording a home come true. Every time I come home I look at this beautiful house and still can't believe this is mine. When I was growing up I experienced things in life like sleeping in my car with no job and a pocket full of change. Since then life, though difficult at times continued to improve and get better.
On November 15, 2005 my son was born and this in itself changed my life again. At this point I was living in a crammed one bedroom apartment and I knew that I needed to provide a better living environment for my son.
Since this was my first time buying a home, I looked at several areas until finally choosing the house I presently reside in. I must say that I never felt more relaxed through my home buying experience, only because the people that you employed made it this way.
The first person I want to mention is Ben Shively. Dealing with Ben was like talking to a friend of mine and not the typical sales person who always seems to talk like there reading from a script. He made things so easy for me understand and when I had a question he was upfront and honest with me. Ben was always in contact with me and when things weren't right he went the extra mile to make sure it was right.
Second person I wanted to mention was Michael Crist with Monocacy Mortgage. I can't thank him enough for everything he did to ensure that I was going to be living in this house. It seemed like it was his personal goal to do whatever it took to get me into this house. And though my mortgage went through another lender that Mike personally knew, he was there from the beginning all the way to the end.
Since moving in, everything has gone great. I've called the service number a few times for some minor things, but they have always been courteous and prompt. Ray Brice has been very helpful and has quickly responded to everything I needed to make sure I was happy.
Once again I want to thank you for not only making this home a reality for me, but to ensure that my little boy has a place that he can call his house.
Sincerely,
Christopher Sullivan
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Builder Magazine Ranks Dan Ryan Builders as 102nd Largest Builder
Dan Ryan Builders, a Builder of Integrity Award winner for four consecutive years has climbed 22 positions in the largest builder in the country rankings by BUILDER Magazine. The Frederick, MD based new-home builder which currently builds in 45 communities throughout Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia and South Carolina, was ranked in the May 2008 issue of Builder magazine as the 102nd largest builder in the country.
President and CEO, Dan Ryan noted, “I’m very excited about what we’ve accomplished this year. It’s a tough market and moving up 22 spots is a very big deal for Dan Ryan Builders.”
Brian Flook, owner of Power Marketing and recent author stated, “In a time when many builders are experiencing serious business contraction, Dan Ryan Builders’ management team moved them from position 124 to 102 in Builder Magazine’s yearly builder survey. That’s quite a feat especially in today’s market.”
Dan Ryan Builders offers a wide range of home options, from townhomes in the low $100,000s to golf-course communities and 3+ acre estate homes. The firm continues a family tradition that began over three generations ago when Dan Ryan’s grandfather began building homes in Castle Shannon, PA. For more information about Dan Ryan Builders contact the corporate office at 301.696.0200 or visit www.danryanbuilders.com.
President and CEO, Dan Ryan noted, “I’m very excited about what we’ve accomplished this year. It’s a tough market and moving up 22 spots is a very big deal for Dan Ryan Builders.”
Brian Flook, owner of Power Marketing and recent author stated, “In a time when many builders are experiencing serious business contraction, Dan Ryan Builders’ management team moved them from position 124 to 102 in Builder Magazine’s yearly builder survey. That’s quite a feat especially in today’s market.”
Dan Ryan Builders offers a wide range of home options, from townhomes in the low $100,000s to golf-course communities and 3+ acre estate homes. The firm continues a family tradition that began over three generations ago when Dan Ryan’s grandfather began building homes in Castle Shannon, PA. For more information about Dan Ryan Builders contact the corporate office at 301.696.0200 or visit www.danryanbuilders.com.
Friday, June 27, 2008
Dan Ryan Builders Helps with Storm Damage
I would like to thank Dan Ryan Builders and especially Ronnie, for their assistance with the storm damage sustained to my house. Ronnie has been great to deal with and always returns my calls immediately. I am grateful for Dan Ryan Builders and the repair work they did on my house.
Thanks,
David Carr
Thanks,
David Carr
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Dan Ryan Builders Helps with Storm Damage
My family and I would like to thank you for the support that Dan Ryan has given my family and the Cannon Ridge East Community in the aftermath of the severe storm on June, 4, 2008. We count ourselves as being extremely fortunate in the small amount of damage that our home suffered in comparison to some of our neighbors. We moved in to our new home on December 4, 2007 and I can attribute a lot of the success of our home to survive the severe winds that I am told were well over 100MPH to the craftsmanship and care that your company did during the construction of the house. The storm blew over and moved a 400lb gourmet grill and cooking island and destroyed it at my residence. I lost every bit of outside furniture to the storm, but I never lost a shingle from the roof or a piece of siding from the exterior of the residence. This is a tribute to your workmanship. Structurally I had the flagpole snap off of the house and damage to the DIRECTV dish. I also had the crawl space trap doors blow open with the one in the garage coming completely out and smashing on the garage floor. This I believe is the result of the vacuum that the wind caused going past my residence.
I spent Thursday helping my son clean up downed trees from his yard located in Rockingham and came home in the late afternoon to find a message from Dan Ryan Builders expressing a desire to help. I was not home more than 30 minutes when a representative from Dan Ryan Builders came by and we together walked around the exterior of the home. He also examined the blown in trap door in the garage. Even though I am fully insured he extended an offer to repair any exterior damage that was found. He advised that the offer was being extended to the neighborhood. On Friday afternoon at 4:30PM My Kemper insurance adjuster came to examine the damage to my property and once again a representative from Dan Ryan Builders was there to offer assistance and professional opinions to the extent of any damage. I know that Dan Ryan Builders does not have to do this but I felt great about the fact that my builder is willing to stand up behind their product and help make my home and our community whole again. I now am absolutely certain that we made the right decision to have your company build our new home and we chose the right community. I also know that I am living in a well built home and have confidence that in the event of another horrific storm our family will be as safe as they can be.
Thank you again for standing behind your construction and our community.
David Reichenbaugh
I spent Thursday helping my son clean up downed trees from his yard located in Rockingham and came home in the late afternoon to find a message from Dan Ryan Builders expressing a desire to help. I was not home more than 30 minutes when a representative from Dan Ryan Builders came by and we together walked around the exterior of the home. He also examined the blown in trap door in the garage. Even though I am fully insured he extended an offer to repair any exterior damage that was found. He advised that the offer was being extended to the neighborhood. On Friday afternoon at 4:30PM My Kemper insurance adjuster came to examine the damage to my property and once again a representative from Dan Ryan Builders was there to offer assistance and professional opinions to the extent of any damage. I know that Dan Ryan Builders does not have to do this but I felt great about the fact that my builder is willing to stand up behind their product and help make my home and our community whole again. I now am absolutely certain that we made the right decision to have your company build our new home and we chose the right community. I also know that I am living in a well built home and have confidence that in the event of another horrific storm our family will be as safe as they can be.
Thank you again for standing behind your construction and our community.
David Reichenbaugh
Monday, May 19, 2008
Happy Homeowners
May 17, 2008
We have been enjoying our beautiful new Dan Ryan Builders’ home for the past 9 months. The quality of our home has been confirmed by several of our friends and family members that are in the construction business. We have also been told that by vendors that have come to install other amenities we have added to our home. We have had prompt service by the Dan Ryan Builders’ team to correct any of the "niches" that often accompany new construction.
This is our first experience buying a new home; it has been pleasant from sales through post construction. We were very excited during the construction phase visiting almost weekly from our home in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was exciting to see the changes week to week and this also allowed us to see the craftsmanship of our home from the ground to the finished product. The employees have been helpful, knowledgeable, and pleasant to work with throughout the process.
We are enjoying watching the neighborhood develop and hope that each new owner will be as excited and happy with their new home as we are with ours.
Sincerely,
Robert & Barbara Schmuck
We have been enjoying our beautiful new Dan Ryan Builders’ home for the past 9 months. The quality of our home has been confirmed by several of our friends and family members that are in the construction business. We have also been told that by vendors that have come to install other amenities we have added to our home. We have had prompt service by the Dan Ryan Builders’ team to correct any of the "niches" that often accompany new construction.
This is our first experience buying a new home; it has been pleasant from sales through post construction. We were very excited during the construction phase visiting almost weekly from our home in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was exciting to see the changes week to week and this also allowed us to see the craftsmanship of our home from the ground to the finished product. The employees have been helpful, knowledgeable, and pleasant to work with throughout the process.
We are enjoying watching the neighborhood develop and hope that each new owner will be as excited and happy with their new home as we are with ours.
Sincerely,
Robert & Barbara Schmuck
Thursday, May 15, 2008
3rd Annual Kentucky Derby
Cathy,
I just wanted to thank you and Dan Ryan Builders again for your participation in our Third Annual Kentucky Derby Party! We truly appreciate the generosity, and the prizes contributed toward the "Hat Contest." I think a good time was had by all, and we raised over $600 for the Boys & Girls Club of the Eastern Panhandle! Thanks!!!!!!
KEM WARR
Keller Williams Realty
I just wanted to thank you and Dan Ryan Builders again for your participation in our Third Annual Kentucky Derby Party! We truly appreciate the generosity, and the prizes contributed toward the "Hat Contest." I think a good time was had by all, and we raised over $600 for the Boys & Girls Club of the Eastern Panhandle! Thanks!!!!!!
KEM WARR
Keller Williams Realty
Dan Ryan Builders Supports Muscular Dystrophy
April 25, 2008
Dan Ryan Builders Charitable Foundation
60 Thomas Johnson Drive
Frederick, MD 21702
Dear Dan Ryan Builders Charitable Foundation,
Thanks for your generous support of the Muscular Dystrophy Association through the Harrisonburg Lockup. Your gift to the Association of $900 dated on 4/1/08 is very much appreciated, and will be put to the best possible use in the Association's research and health care services programs benefiting children and adults with neuromuscular diseases.
MDA has come a long way in research to stop muscular dystrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), spinal muscular atrophy, myasthenia gravis and related neuromuscular diseases. One day, neuromuscular disorders will be among those diseases that have been conquered by the determination of scientific investigators and the generous support of the American public.
The central aims of MDA's research program in genetic neuromuscular diseases are to provide genes, proteins or cells that restore missing muscle or nerve proteins; block the synthesis of abnormal muscle or nerve proteins; and develop medications that compensate for missing or abnormal proteins and increase strength. Efforts in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) are aimed at preserving nerve cells and understanding the process by which they die. And efforts in MDA's autoimmune disorders, such as myositis and myasthenia gravis, have as their goal the suppression of disease-causing activity by the immune system, with preservation of its normal
functions.
You're helping the Association continue its rapid progress in search of effective treatments for neuromuscular disorders. Until treatments are developed, your generous support will also help people with neuromuscular diseases in this area through MDA's comprehensive program of medical services coordinated through the Association's clinics at Children's National Medical Center and Georgetown University Medical Center.
Best wishes . . .
Sincerely,
Jill Steuter
District Director
MDA - Greater Washington
Dan Ryan Builders Charitable Foundation
60 Thomas Johnson Drive
Frederick, MD 21702
Dear Dan Ryan Builders Charitable Foundation,
Thanks for your generous support of the Muscular Dystrophy Association through the Harrisonburg Lockup. Your gift to the Association of $900 dated on 4/1/08 is very much appreciated, and will be put to the best possible use in the Association's research and health care services programs benefiting children and adults with neuromuscular diseases.
MDA has come a long way in research to stop muscular dystrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), spinal muscular atrophy, myasthenia gravis and related neuromuscular diseases. One day, neuromuscular disorders will be among those diseases that have been conquered by the determination of scientific investigators and the generous support of the American public.
The central aims of MDA's research program in genetic neuromuscular diseases are to provide genes, proteins or cells that restore missing muscle or nerve proteins; block the synthesis of abnormal muscle or nerve proteins; and develop medications that compensate for missing or abnormal proteins and increase strength. Efforts in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) are aimed at preserving nerve cells and understanding the process by which they die. And efforts in MDA's autoimmune disorders, such as myositis and myasthenia gravis, have as their goal the suppression of disease-causing activity by the immune system, with preservation of its normal
functions.
You're helping the Association continue its rapid progress in search of effective treatments for neuromuscular disorders. Until treatments are developed, your generous support will also help people with neuromuscular diseases in this area through MDA's comprehensive program of medical services coordinated through the Association's clinics at Children's National Medical Center and Georgetown University Medical Center.
Best wishes . . .
Sincerely,
Jill Steuter
District Director
MDA - Greater Washington
Dan Ryan Builders Donates to National MS Society
May 5, 2008
Dan Ryan Builders Charitable Foundation
60 Thomas Johnson Dr
Frederick, MD 2 1702-4300
Dear Dan Ryan Builders Charitable Foundation:
Thank you for your generous contribution of $1 50 to Walk MS 2008. Walk MS is the National MS Society, Maryland Chapter's signature fundraising event. Your support enables us to offer hope to the 6,500 Marylanders living with the devastating effects of multiple sclerosis. This year we want to raise 1.5 million dollars through walk MS, and with your help, we are moving toward that goal.
Your gift moves us forward by helping us:
For more information on our organization and our efforts, plcase call 443-641-1266 or visit us at www.nmss-rnd.org.
Sincerely,
Mark Roeder
Chapter President
Dan Ryan Builders Charitable Foundation
60 Thomas Johnson Dr
Frederick, MD 2 1702-4300
Dear Dan Ryan Builders Charitable Foundation:
Thank you for your generous contribution of $1 50 to Walk MS 2008. Walk MS is the National MS Society, Maryland Chapter's signature fundraising event. Your support enables us to offer hope to the 6,500 Marylanders living with the devastating effects of multiple sclerosis. This year we want to raise 1.5 million dollars through walk MS, and with your help, we are moving toward that goal.
Your gift moves us forward by helping us:
- Meet the needs of our members through educational programs and services
like medical transportation, equipment loans, direct financial assistance and
respite care - add to the $46,000,000 the Society is investing annually in MS research
around the globe including $8,200,000 right here in Maryland - advocate for federal, state and local government programs essential to people
affected by MS.
For more information on our organization and our efforts, plcase call 443-641-1266 or visit us at www.nmss-rnd.org.
Sincerely,
Mark Roeder
Chapter President
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Prentiss Point II Singles
We are writing today to tell you how much we love our new home in Prentiss Point II Singles. When we first started looking we found the home of our dreams in Frederick Maryland. It had been several years since we had owned a home and we wanted it to be perfect. As soon as we saw the “Avalon” model we knew it was the house for us. The lay out and open floor plan that this house offered was incredible. We started to research pricing and quickly found out that the price of the homes in Frederick Maryland were beyond our budget. The following weekend we decided to venture out to see other communities that offered the “Avalon” model; First we went to Jefferson County and then into Berkeley County.
We met with Laurie at the Prentiss Point II community and she was so friendly, helpful and considerate of our wants and needs. Laurie showed us different lot and discussed the various options that were offered and allowed us to take our time when deciding on our home. We knew right away that this was where we wanted to build; Laurie made us feel so comfortable. Once we went to contract and the house was underway, we enjoyed coming each weekend to see the progress of our new home, but also to visit Laurie, it was our Sunday ritual for many weeks. As each week grew closer no matter what question or bump in the road we had – Laurie had the answer or would find out immediately what the answer was. We commend and appreciate her for that!
Since moving into our home on January 15th, it has been a dream come true for us. We love the Avalon, the amount of house we got for our money and the community. We thank “Laurie” for helping us through this process and we thank “Dan Ryan Builders” for building us such a well built, energy efficient home!!!! We thought so highly of your organization that we convinced our good friends to purchase a home in Prentiss Point II also. Thanks for making our dreams come true.
Sincerely,
John and Suzanne Clark – Martinsburg, WV
We met with Laurie at the Prentiss Point II community and she was so friendly, helpful and considerate of our wants and needs. Laurie showed us different lot and discussed the various options that were offered and allowed us to take our time when deciding on our home. We knew right away that this was where we wanted to build; Laurie made us feel so comfortable. Once we went to contract and the house was underway, we enjoyed coming each weekend to see the progress of our new home, but also to visit Laurie, it was our Sunday ritual for many weeks. As each week grew closer no matter what question or bump in the road we had – Laurie had the answer or would find out immediately what the answer was. We commend and appreciate her for that!
Since moving into our home on January 15th, it has been a dream come true for us. We love the Avalon, the amount of house we got for our money and the community. We thank “Laurie” for helping us through this process and we thank “Dan Ryan Builders” for building us such a well built, energy efficient home!!!! We thought so highly of your organization that we convinced our good friends to purchase a home in Prentiss Point II also. Thanks for making our dreams come true.
Sincerely,
John and Suzanne Clark – Martinsburg, WV
Monday, May 5, 2008
Happy Homeowners
April 25, 2008
Laurie MacFarland
Dan Ryan Builders
Prentiss Point Singles II
116 Pierce Arrow Way
Martinsburg, West Virginia 25401
Laurie,
When you’ve waited as long as we have to take the plunge and buy a home, we pretty much approached the whole experience as a life altering event. Given that…
There were a million ways and a million points at which that event could have freaked us out. But YOU helped keep that from happening.
We went back and forth – looking at homes in Virginia and west Virginia, but we always kept coming back to Prentiss Point Singles II (PPSII). And there were two reasons:
1. We trusted and enjoyed working with you.
2. We believe we received the tremendous value for our money.
We love our new home and I’d be happy to tell that to anyone who wants to ask questions about our community or would like to see the inside of the Sugar Maple. But give me notice so I can tidy up!
Thanks again for all your help.
Rose and Tom Heuring
Laurie MacFarland
Dan Ryan Builders
Prentiss Point Singles II
116 Pierce Arrow Way
Martinsburg, West Virginia 25401
Laurie,
When you’ve waited as long as we have to take the plunge and buy a home, we pretty much approached the whole experience as a life altering event. Given that…
There were a million ways and a million points at which that event could have freaked us out. But YOU helped keep that from happening.
We went back and forth – looking at homes in Virginia and west Virginia, but we always kept coming back to Prentiss Point Singles II (PPSII). And there were two reasons:
1. We trusted and enjoyed working with you.
2. We believe we received the tremendous value for our money.
We love our new home and I’d be happy to tell that to anyone who wants to ask questions about our community or would like to see the inside of the Sugar Maple. But give me notice so I can tidy up!
Thanks again for all your help.
Rose and Tom Heuring
Monday, April 28, 2008
Dan Ryan Builders' Supports the Builder Olympics Competition
April 11, 2008
Dan Ryan Builders
Dan Ryan
60 Thomas Johnson Drive
Frederick, MD 21702
Dear Dan:
The Frederick County Career and Technology Center, the Frederick County Builders Association and the 2008 Builder Olympics Committee would like to thank you for your donation to this years' Builder Olympics Competition, which was held March 15 & 16 during our 2008 Home Show. It is the kind generosity of companies such as yours, that enables our association and committees to encourage our youth to continue their education, not only in the Trades but in all facets of the building industry.
Again, please accept our sincerest appreciation for your support of Builder Olympics 2008 and Team Works 2008.
Yours truly,
Andrew P. Wivell
Co-Chairman Builder Olympics Committee
Dale Bidel
Co-Chairman Builder Olympics Committee
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Dan Ryan Builders donates land to Habitat for Humanity
Dan Ryan Builders, headquartered in Frederick Maryland, donated a parcel of land in Mountain Falls Park to Habitat for Humanity of Winchester-Frederick County. The proceeds from an eventual sale will aid in the purchase of other lots or building materials.“We very much appreciate Dan Ryan Builders commitment to Habitat for Humanity in its effort to provide affordable housing to families in need,” commented Habitat Board President, Dave Shore.
Habitat for Humanity of Winchester-Frederick County is dedicated to building decent, affordable housing in partnership with those in need in Winchester area. Since 1997, Habitat of Winchester-Frederick County has helped to house 31 families and has plans to construct an additional 5 houses by June 2008.
“We are thrilled to be able to support such a worthwhile program. This is just one way we put into action our mission of making the dream of home ownership a reality for as many as possible,” stated, Washington North Division President Ken Gardner.
Founded in 1990, Dan Ryan Builders has grown from just one home in the first year to more than 5,000 in five states (Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia and South Carolina). The company was recently recognized by Builder magazine as a top 100 U.S. homebuilder. Dan Ryan Builders remains unique in the industry as one of the few large, privately owned regional homebuilders.
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Quality Homes by Dan Ryan Builders
I am writing this based on my experience with Dan Ryan builders over the past year. Dan Ryan Builders has clearly distinguished themselves by their legacy of service and high-quality construction.
If there is ever an issue you will come to expect the responsive and prompt professional service that is often overlooked or even disregarded by many builders in today's market.
I have been in the building industry for four years. I'm proud to admit that many of the quality products I sell are in all the Dan Ryan Builders' Homes. With that being said, Dan Ryan Builders does not cut any corners and truly provides a value added home.
Thanks again,
JP Eden's Molding & Millwork
If there is ever an issue you will come to expect the responsive and prompt professional service that is often overlooked or even disregarded by many builders in today's market.
I have been in the building industry for four years. I'm proud to admit that many of the quality products I sell are in all the Dan Ryan Builders' Homes. With that being said, Dan Ryan Builders does not cut any corners and truly provides a value added home.
Thanks again,
JP Eden's Molding & Millwork
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Dan Ryan Builders Supports the Troops
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
CO. C 1/150TH AVIATION (ASSAULT)
538 GIRTY'S POINT ROAD
WHEELING, WV 26003
CO. C 1/150TH AVIATION (ASSAULT)
538 GIRTY'S POINT ROAD
WHEELING, WV 26003
March 14, 2008
Commander, C 1-150th Aviation, Assault Helicopter Company
Mr. Dan Ryan
Owner, Dan Ryan Builders
Frederick, Maryland 21702
Dear Mr. Ryan,
I would like to take a moment to express the heartfelt gratitude of all the members of the "Ridgerunners", Company C 1-150th, for your generosity. Your donation of a new Polaris Ranger to Company C, 1-150th, contributed greatly to our success during our tour of duty in Iraq from July 2006 to July 2007. I am sure you are aware that the ATV you donated benefited us during our combat tour, but I doubt you realize the full measure of your contribution. I believe I owe you not only a debt of gratitude, but an obligation to explain just how much your sacrifice helped us.
The Ridgerunners flew over 7000 hours in combat during our year long tour in Iraq. The average flight time per mission was roughly 5 hours. That represents approximately 1400 times that our helicopters were loaded and unloaded to accomplish our missions. Each mission required the crew to transport well over 200 pounds of gear to and from the aircraft in temperatures ranging from 25F to over 130F. Our helicopters were parked in a row that stretched over one mile away from our headquarters. Simply put, we could not have accomplished our mission without the vehicle you donated.
The aircrews were not the only soldiers to benefit from using the ATV you provided. Our maintenance crews worked 24 hours per day. They had to maintain the aircraft on the flight line; we had only enough hangar space to house aircraft undergoing periodic in-depth inspections. The soldiers had to transport heavy tool boxes, parts, and test equipment to the flight line to maintain and repair the aircraft. Our maintainers were able to achieve a remarkable readiness rating of over 85%. That means 85% of our aircraft were constantly capable of launching on a mission when needed. We simply could not have accomplished such a feat without the use of the ATV you provided.
Our ability to fly day and night, to transport thousands of soldiers safely, and to assist in capturing multiple terrorists, was directly related to our capability to transport men, weapons and equipment to our aircraft. You made that possible. Once again I wish to express our gratitude to you and your family. Many of our countrymen claim to "support the troops"; you have proven your support. May God bless you in all your endeavors.
Sincerely,
Larry A. Graham
LTC, AV, WVARNG
Commanding
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Dan Ryan Builders Supports Affordable Housing
Dan Ryan Builders Charitable Foundation recently presented a donation of $40,000 to Interfaith Housing Alliance, Inc. in support of their affordable housing programs. "The continued commitment to affordable housing by the organization and its charitable foundation is commendable," said James Upchurch, president, Interfaith Housing Alliance, Inc. "It is through these partnerships that our families and senior citizens are able to live in safe and affordable homes."
"We are thrilled to be able to continue our long tradition of partnering with the community. Interfaith Housing provides a valuable service to the community and we are honored to help them in anyway possible. This is just one way we put into action our mission of making the dream of home ownership a reality for as many possible," said Dan Ryan, president and CEO, Dan Ryan Builders.
Interfaith Housing Alliance, Inc. is a not-for-profit affordable housing developer based in Frederick, Maryland, dedicated to strengthening lives, building communities, and promoting human dignity and economic justice for families, individuals and senior citizens with lower incomes. For more information, contact the main office in Frederick at 800/836-6088, or 301/662-4225, http://www.interfaithhousing.org/.
"We are thrilled to be able to continue our long tradition of partnering with the community. Interfaith Housing provides a valuable service to the community and we are honored to help them in anyway possible. This is just one way we put into action our mission of making the dream of home ownership a reality for as many possible," said Dan Ryan, president and CEO, Dan Ryan Builders.
Interfaith Housing Alliance, Inc. is a not-for-profit affordable housing developer based in Frederick, Maryland, dedicated to strengthening lives, building communities, and promoting human dignity and economic justice for families, individuals and senior citizens with lower incomes. For more information, contact the main office in Frederick at 800/836-6088, or 301/662-4225, http://www.interfaithhousing.org/.
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