We made it back to Hawaii so I finally have time to provide a little feed back from our recent visit.
We arrived in TV on 17 December for our home design appointments which were to start on the 19th. Our sales rep, Jeannie Ulmer met us on the 17th when we checked in at the sales center to pick up the keys to our rental home. Spent the remainder of the day looking at models as we had not decided between Lantana and Ivy. Went with the Lantana as all our requested changes were approved. Our design appointment was moved up to the 18th to allow more time. Spent the 18th with our design rep to pick counter top material, cabinets, flooring, colors, doors, electrical and utility plugs, etc. Spent the 19th designing the bird cage and deck. Spent the 20th picking cabinet hardware, door hardware, lighting, plumbing fixtures, etc. Signed the contract on the 21st. Somehow we managed to attend a neighborhood meet and greet party at EP on the 19th, attended a social at the Mayor's home and got in a little shopping to keep my wife happy. Overall, it was an enjoyable experience from day one to finish. All questions asked were answered promptly by our reps (even the more technical ones they had to get answers from the engineers/builders). Everyone we met was positive (especially our neighbors to be). Traffic, compared to living in Honolulu, was not an issue. Drivers were courteous, even when we were lost and driving like tourist. We only ate out three times. Evans Prairie country club, TooJays, and Ruby Thai. Service and food were excellent (especially Ruby Thai). We believe this is normal life in TV. This was our 5th visit and it once again met or exceeded our expectations. I know that most of you already know this but I want to assure those that have not visited or built your home that this is a first class place with a lot of very nice residents.
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