Yearly Archives: 2019
Warming Up a Drafty House
Sometimes just one room of your house is colder or than the rest, especially on a windy day. Old homes have charm, but a drafty house can be uncomfortable at times. Even well maintained doors can eventually wear in such a way as to produce a draft. It may not seem like a big deal but a draft can be costly in the long run.
Benefits of Building on your own Lot
If you have finally decided to build the home of your dreams in your lot, then you understand that the excitement that comes with it is undeniable. Everyone likes to visualize their dream home in a perfect place. You think of the scenery, the drive to work and the exclusivity of having your own plans without having to worry about the neighbour.
Local Governments Vote Resoundingly for Improved Efficiency in National Model Energy Code
Voting results on the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) are in, and the approved proposals will bring an estimated 10% or more efficiency improvement
Building Relationships with Clients That Go Beyond the Sale
Any good real estate agent knows that having strong lasting relationships with their clients goes beyond the purchase or sale of a property. They understand that even after the real estate transaction has taken place, it is their existing clients that help them to gain new business in the future. From using the same agents to buy or sell properties in the future to recommending them to others in need of a realtor
Two Atlanta Nonprofits Deliver Over 100 Affordable Apartments to Old Fourth Ward
A mixed-use development, Thrive Sweet Auburn, which will include 117 affordable housing units and commercial space is coming to 302 Decatur Street, on a property that has housed the offices of Project Community Connections
Construction Employment Increases In 38 States And D.c. From November 2018 To November 2019,...
Texas and Nevada Have Biggest Number and Percent of Annual Job Gains, Louisiana Has Largest Losses; Association Survey Finds Contractors in All Regions Expect to Add Workers in 2020
Rosenberg family home for the holidays – and prepared for future hurricanes
A Houston-area mom is sharing her Hurricane Harvey recovery story this holiday season, along with the importance of always being prepared for flood events.
Existing-Home Sales Descend 1.7% in November
Existing-home sales fell in November, taking a small step back after October’s gains, according to the National Association of Realtors®. The Northeast and Midwest both reported growth last month, while the South and West saw sales decline.
Commercial/Multifamily Mortgage Debt Increased $75.7 Billion in the Third Quarter of 2019
The level of commercial/multifamily mortgage debt outstanding rose by $75.7 billion (2.2 percent) in the third quarter of 2019, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association's (MBA)
5 Cities in Florida: Which One Makes for the Best Real Estate Investment Opportunity...
Fast-growing Florida has been a favorite of real estate investors for many years. With so much interest having been focused on the state, though, investors need to take care to seek the best available opportunities.
How to Market Luxury Real Estate Effectively
While the economy was strong, and the real estate market in most of the country followed suit, at least to an extent, the luxury market didn’t fare as well.
South Carolina Housing Market Remains Strong Throughout Holiday Season
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its November 2019 market report. The report shows an increase in new listings and prices and a decrease in pending sales. New listings were up three percent to 8,014 compared to last year, while pending sales decreased four percent to 5,674.
New Home Sales Trend Higher in November
Sales of newly built, single-family homes increased 1.3 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 719,000 units in November, off a downwardly revised October reading, according to newly released data by the U.S. Department of Housing
Local Painters in Highlands Ranch CO Give Painting Tips to Homeowners
Painting a house is a major decision that requires a plan and organization. When a major task like this lies before you, you should take it seriously. Also, it needs to be done by a professional.
BHGRE Lifestyles Realty Offers Homeowners New iBuyer Service
Jacksonville’s Fastest Growing Brokerage Partners with zavvie’s Offer Optimizer to Maximize iBuyer Opportunities for Local Homeowners
Best Tips for Windows and Doors Vaughan Aesthetics
The role played by windows and doors Vaughan cannot be underestimated. These elements play a significant role in your home and that is the reason the design for these essential home elements is crucial for comfort and aesthetic of your home.
Jefferson Sherman to Become President of Appraisal Institute on Jan. 1
Jefferson L. Sherman, MAI, AI-GRS, of Highland Heights, Ohio, will begin his one-year term as president of the Appraisal Institute on Jan. 1.
Senior Housing Wealth Reaches Record $7.19 Trillion
Homeowners 62 and older saw their housing wealth grow by 0.3 percent or $24 billion in the third quarter to a record $7.19 trillion from Q2 2019, the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association reported today in its quarterly release of the NRMLA/RiskSpan Reverse Mortgage Market Index.
Budget Deal Boosts Funding for National Parks but Leaves Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument...
The bipartisan agreement includes many positive measures and funding increases for the agencies that protect our national parks and public lands. Unfortunately, the agreement leaves Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument – one of our most unique national parks
Norton Secures Funding for DCTAG, Other Funding Priorities, But Republican Senate Keeps Bill from...
The office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) announced that Norton has achieved her funding priorities in the final fiscal year 2020 District of Columbia Appropriations bill, released today. T
