Mickey Mouse, Pirates, Princess Houses

**disneydame2004** · 09-27-2007, 06:57 PM

source: In U.S. downturn, KB Home turns to Mickey Mouse | News | Bonds News | Reuters

In U.S. downturn, KB Home turns to Mickey Mouse

BOSTON (Reuters) - Faced with the worst U.S. housing market in years, KB Home is wishing upon a star.
The No. 5 U.S. home builder said on Wednesday it would begin to offer homes customized with Walt Disney Co characters -- such as Mickey Mouse, Cinderella and Pirates of the Caribbean.
Starting next year, buyers will be able to specify flooring, window coverings and lighting inspired by Disney characters.
"Almost 60 percent of KB Home home buyers are families with children," said Wendy Marlett, senior vice president of sales and marketing at KB Home, in a statement.
The U.S. housing market has been in a steep downturn for nearly two years now, with problems in the credit market and high prices deterring many prospective buyers.
(Additional reporting by Saumyadeb Chakrabarty in Bangalore)

KB Home's website, KB homes by KB Home - New Home Builders - (www.kbhomes.com) - California, Texas, Florida and More has pictures and a contest to win Disney furniture.

**lorilovestigger** · 09-27-2007, 09:20 PM

I better find a place for a new house!

09-27-2007, 06:57 PM	#1
disneydame2004 Celebrate Everyday! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 5,677	Mickey Mouse, Pirates, Princess Houses source: In U.S. downturn, KB Home turns to Mickey Mouse \| News \| Bonds News \| Reuters In U.S. downturn, KB Home turns to Mickey Mouse BOSTON (Reuters) - Faced with the worst U.S. housing market in years, KB Home is wishing upon a star. The No. 5 U.S. home builder said on Wednesday it would begin to offer homes customized with Walt Disney Co characters -- such as Mickey Mouse, Cinderella and Pirates of the Caribbean. Starting next year, buyers will be able to specify flooring, window coverings and lighting inspired by Disney characters. "Almost 60 percent of KB Home home buyers are families with children," said Wendy Marlett, senior vice president of sales and marketing at KB Home, in a statement. The U.S. housing market has been in a steep downturn for nearly two years now, with problems in the credit market and high prices deterring many prospective buyers. (Additional reporting by Saumyadeb Chakrabarty in Bangalore) KB Home's website, KB homes by KB Home - New Home Builders - (www.kbhomes.com) - California, Texas, Florida and More has pictures and a contest to win Disney furniture. __________________ -Pat (Disneydame2004) Dream Team Auction Coordinator Help make a child smile! Dream Team Project Firstgiving Page

09-27-2007, 09:20 PM	#2
lorilovestigger Nut Case Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Deck 7 Baby! Posts: 9,517	I better find a place for a new house! __________________ http://wewantstheredhead.blogspot.com

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