Housing Wire
JULY 6, 2023
The Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity, or LIRA, a measure developed by Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University , seems to support Mohan’s assessment, showing that year over year “expenditures for home improvements and maintenance will post a modest decline of 2.8% through the first quarter of 2024.”
Will Springer Realtor
APRIL 2, 2024
Fun fact: When comparing the overall median sales price of a home sold in Western Washington in 2023, the Northwest Multiple Listing Service reported residential properties with a green certification sold for 20% more – $740K vs. the non-certified home sale of $591K.
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Will Springer Realtor
OCTOBER 3, 2023
In addition, cities and counties cannot impose design requirements for accessory dwellings that are more restrictive than the primary residence. Local government can tweak policy where appropriate but by passing its laws, the state is seeking to provide more consistency across each municipality. Designs NW. (I
Will Springer Realtor
APRIL 23, 2024
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.
Empire Appraisal Group
DECEMBER 28, 2022
In California, homeowners have a legal right to build ADUs, and local governments aren’t supposed to create barriers to getting permits. As with any home improvement project, there’s no guarantee you’ll get your money back from an ADU when you’re ready to sell the home, Bishop says.
Raleigh Realty
APRIL 19, 2022
They can lead to more efficient homes, lower utility bills, and a greener environmental outlook. Just like a garage or a carport, environmental home renovations help to improve home value. Consider the following eco-friendly home improvements if you’re looking to maximize the value of your current, or future, property.
The Robert Weiler Company
NOVEMBER 9, 2021
While gift cards tend to carry a reputation for being “quick” gifts, to a real estate investor, they are a home run. If your colleague, family member, or friend is purchasing and flipping a property, they’re probably dropping more money on home improvements than most people spend on Black Friday. Average cost: $1,299 and up.
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