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Lord Of The Homes: The Return Of The Ranch

Back in the 1940s and early 1950s, people loved the low profile of single-story ranch houses, often times in the shape of an L or a U, but...

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Scandinavian-Style Co-Housing Is Becoming More Popular Among The Baby Boomer Generation

Back before the Internet, people who lived in the same village needed to rely on each other. Think of a small colonial village; there were...

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Rising Housing Costs And Stagnant Wages Are Affecting Social Mobility

One of the pillars the United States was built on is the idea that, regardless of the hand someone was dealt, they could always shuffle the...

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New LEED 2009 projects will have to meet increased minimum energy performance

Projects must now earn a minimum of four points in the Energy Performance credits. The referenced energy standard and modeling requirements in LEED 2009 will not change.

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These Are The Top Questions To Ask When Looking For An Architect

Searching for professional help is often challenging, especially if you've not done it before. The Internet is great as an early step to...

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Variances Of Property Tax Rate Across And Within Counties

We all know that property tax rates vary considerably from state to state. But what may slip under the radar is just how widely property tax...

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Beyond Affordability, These Are The Ten best Cities For First-Time Buyers

With low inventory, especially at the entry-level end of the spectrum, many people who may currently wish to buy their first home are simply...

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Could Airbnb Influence Future Home Designs?

Airbnb is one of the most successful startups in the world. First launched in 2008, the company’s website and app allows people to list,...

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Drama Continues For PulteGroup As The Company’s Founder Makes Another Plea For Immediate Removal of CEO

Things are not getting any better for PulteGroup as the tension between the company’s founder, Bill Pulte, and its current CEO, Richard...

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More Builders focusing On Multigenerational Homes

It is often said that while you can pick your friends, you can’t pick your family. That's fine for anyone who doesn’t see their family...

Home Builders Institute's Schools to Skills Grant Application Open Through December

As Mortgage Rates Rise, Buyers Lose Purchasing Power

Renters Are Choosing Single-Family Homes for These Features