According to the Home Trend Design Survey from the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the number of homes being remodeled nationwide have reached levels not seen since 2007.
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Sep, 2012
(ARA) – Natural stone is one of the most sought-after upgrades in a home. Providing both versatility and timeless beauty. It’s no surprise that granite is the most popular natural stone option. Though very durable, the composition of stone can make it sensitive to damage through daily use. By understanding a few important do’s and … Continue reading Simple steps to care for granite, marble and other natural stone
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Sep, 2012
Towson Greens, a new development of townhouses outside of Baltimore, Maryland, is set to receive a grade of silver from the National Green Building Standards Certification program.
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Sep, 2012
(ARA) – Deer are beautiful, graceful animals, we cannot deny it. But when it comes to where deer decide to dine, most of us just don’t want them outside our windows foraging through our foliage. Their beauty and grace comes with the destruction – even devastation – of our well-cared-for and often expensive landscaped yards … Continue reading Got deer? Freeze them out this winter
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Sep, 2012
Chicago-based ComEd, an energy provider for the Northern Illinois area, has developed a new series of games for iPhones and Android devices that aim to educate the general public about energy efficiency.
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Sep, 2012
(ARA) – No matter what the setting, the good looks and durability of hardwood floors can be maintained with minimal effort. It’s simply a matter of proper care and maintenance. The American Hardwood Information center, www.Hardwoodinfo.com in conjunction with the National Wood Flooring Association suggest the following care and maintenance guidelines to keep hardwood floors … Continue reading Keeping hardwood floors looking beautiful is easier than you think
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Sep, 2012
Jay Zawatsky, a prolific lawyer and natural gas entrepreneur, is developing the neighborhood with home-builder Diane Basheer in an effort to combat increasingly unaffordable utility costs.
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Sep, 2012
(ARA) – Buying your first home will likely be one of the most exciting and scary times of your life. Beyond the basic consideration – location, number of bathrooms, ranch style vs. multi-level — there are a number of important financial factors to determine before deciding which house is right for you. 1. Determine how … Continue reading Three things to consider before purchasing your first home
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Sep, 2012
Government Secured Entity (GSE) Freddie Mac released its U.S. Economic and Housing Market Outlook survey for September on Monday, revealing a shift in the habits of the average American homebuyer.
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Sep, 2012
(ARA) – More and more households have extended family living together under one roof, and the tight fit has some families in the market for a larger home. From 2007 to 2009, there was a 10.5 percent increase in multi-generational homes that translates to 51 million Americans, or 16.7 percent of the population, who lived … Continue reading Growing families looking for larger homes