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Product Certifications for Sustainable Homes

Will Springer Realtor

Then you have another commonly seen certification – green-friendly Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, better known as LEED. Among others, WELL is a health-focused certification designed to improve residents’ sleep patterns and other areas of well-being around the home.

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Can I Take Out a Loan to Remodel My Home?

Assurance Financial

Depending on the extent and cost of your home improvement goals, you might need to take out a loan for renovations. A home renovation loan is most likely not going to be the same as your mortgage. Learn more about loan options for remodeling your home to see which one will work for you. Construction Loan.

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Purchasing a Home That Requires Renovations and Repairs

Lamacchia Realty

They’re also a great way to pay for home improvements and expand your home buying options, especially in higher-cost areas. Some of these include: Pros Creative leeway to build, renovate, and design a house the way you want it to look. You have the opportunity to increase the home’s value. Seller Resources.

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It’s Time for a New Roof. Here’s What You Need to Know

Will Springer Realtor

All cedar shake roofs require regular maintenance – looking for cracks, dips and construction flaws – to prevent leaks. home – or about $427/year if the roof survives 18 years. home – or about $427/year if the roof survives 18 years. The shingles can generate up to 50% of a home’s energy needs and last for 30+ years.

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How to Find the Right Mortgage Loan for You

Assurance Financial

When shopping for a home, it’s just as important to make a list of things you’d like from your mortgage — including the length of the loan, the interest rate and the repayment terms. Some home loans are designed for people who meet specific criteria, and others for people who might not qualify for another type of loan.

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WILL WAR IN UKRAINE IMPACT OUR HOUSING MARKET?

Will Springer Realtor

The home remodeling industry is a $368B business, according to Harvard researchers , and is expected to reach $432B by the end of this year. Soaring costs of labor and construction materials is certainly contributing to the rising figure but there is evidence of a sharp increase in home improvements since the start of the pandemic.

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JUST IN TIME: THE 15-MINUTE COMMUNITY

Will Springer Realtor

In calling for rezoning laws to accommodate this concept, Gladney identified five keys that communities should keep in mind when designing their 15-minute neighborhood: Think in terms of mixed-use development, such as a blend of housing, commercial usage and small-scale manufacturing. THE ROI OF HOME RENOVATION.

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