The holiday season is here — and so is the most festive (and competitive!) family tradition at De Young Properties: Sibling Showdown: Holiday at Home, Season 2.
On a recent episode of the Heart & Home Podcast, Ashley, Brandon, and Ryan stepped out from behind their fully decorated model homes — and out of their hilarious costumes — to answer your most frequently asked questions about this year’s Sibling Showdown, the $5,000 Holiday Cash Giveaway, and what to expect at the Grand Finale event on Saturday, December 6.
In this blog, we’re breaking down everything you need to know from this episode, plus how you can experience the magic of Season 2 yourself.
Sibling Showdown: Holiday at Home – Season 2
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when three competitive siblings each design a holiday-themed model home and let the public crown a winner… this is it. This year, each home features a unique holiday theme, a partner charity, extraordinary décor, and interactive experiences for families to enjoy. And yes — there's a lot of sibling rivalry, playful jabs, and unforgettable moments along the way.
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Listen as the siblings answer the most-asked questions, reveal insider details, and (of course) argue about who’s currently winning.
Top FAQs From the Episode
1. How does the $5,000 Holiday Cash Giveaway work?
Entering is simple:
Visit DeYoungProperties.com, head to the Sibling Showdown page, look for Santa with the money bag, cast your vote, and answer the quick question.
That one vote automatically enters you to win the $5,000 Holiday Cash Giveaway from United Security Bank.
Want to boost your chances?
Keep watching the episodes, share them with friends, visit the homes, and attend the Grand Finale — more engagement means more entries!
2. Do early votes impact which sibling wins the Golden Hammer?
No! Early voting is purely for fun (and for mini punishments like the ones on this episode).
The ONLY votes that determine this year’s Golden Hammer & Hard Hat Sibling winner are those cast on Saturday, December 6 — either online or in person.
Attending in person gives you many more entry opportunities for the cash giveaway.
3. Do I need to be in the market for a new home to attend?
Absolutely not.
Whether you love:
🎄 Christmas
🏠 Interior design
✨ Holiday décor
👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly events …this experience is for everyone.
If you are exploring a future home purchase, it’s the perfect way to tour three real models and talk with our sales team.
Many recent buyers are stopping by just to see holiday inspiration!
4. What’s the benefit of coming to the Grand Finale in person?
This is the event of the season!
At the Grand Finale, you’ll enjoy:
🗳️ $5,000 Holiday Cash Giveaway: Vote in-person (worth 50 entries!) or online (1 entry) — all voting closes at 2 PM
✨ LIVE announcement by Mayor Jerry Dyer at 3 PM
📸 Photos with Santa + a live reading of ’Twas the Night Before Christmas from 1–4 PM
🚂 Children’s Train Rides from 10 AM–12:30 PM courtesy of All American Trains
🌮 Free food from MZ Taqueria (first come, first served) from 12–3 PM, proudly sponsored by Union Home Mortgage
🍬 Treats & refreshments (including hot cocoa☕ and popcorn🍿) served inside each sibling’s fully decorated model home — explore all three!
✔ Live choir performances in Ashley’s home
✔ Interactive activities like building your own snow globe
✔ All three decorated holiday homes in one festive event The Grand Finale is a full family celebration — and the only day your vote truly counts.
5. Where are the homes located?
Visit the DeYoung Armstrong Welcome Center, located at Clinton & Armstrong in Southeast Fresno near our brand new community, De Young at The Landing.
Walk the fully-decorated homes or schedule a private appointment.
You can also revisit last year’s winning Season 1 models at Sereno at Tesoro Viejo.
6. What if I fall in love with one of the homes during Sibling Showdown?
Just speak with our onsite sales team — they’re ready to help with:
• Move-in ready homes with Sibling Showcase Savings!
• Build-from-scratch homes
• Homesite selection
• Timing
• Pricing, incentives & payment planning
No pressure — simply helpful guidance.
7. What makes De Young homes different?
We’re a local, family company with three generations building in the community we call home.
Our homes are known for:
• Outstanding quality
• Industry-leading energy efficiency
• Smart, livable floorplans
• Modern design flexibility
• Long-standing community partnerships, including St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Buying a home should be joyful — and we’re here to make that happen.
House Themes: Why Tour Each One?
Team Ryan — The Snow Globe House A warm, sparkling, immersive walk-through experience with an enchanting Snow Globe Journey, Wish Wall, and magical storytelling moments.
Team Brandon — The Candy Cane House Peppermint scents, vibrant red-and-white décor, a cocoa-and-candy-cane tasting station, and a massive peppermint Christmas tree that steals the show.
Team Ashley — The Magic Mistletoe House
🍿 Popcorn greeting
📸 Spinning mistletoe photo moment
🍪 Meringue cookies
🎶 Live choir
🎬 Hallmark movie playing
❤️ Giving Mistletoe Ribbon Wall supporting Poverello House Three homes.
Three themes. Three charities. Endless holiday joy.
8. Are there perks for buying a home during Sibling Showdown?
Yes!
Our Sibling Showcase Savings offer additional savings when you purchase select move-in ready homes before the Grand Finale.
These stack on top of:
• Limited-time home pricing
• Thousands in financing incentives through De Young Mortgage
• Santa Sleigh of Savings bonuses If you're hoping to move before the new year, this is your moment.
9. What do we hope people take away from Sibling Showdown?
That homebuying can be:
• Fun
• Human
• Creative
• Community-driven
• Filled with joy We take our homes seriously — but not ourselves.
We’re a real family who loves working together, giving back, and helping others find a home they love.
