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Driving Toward Vehicle Charging Capabilities for the Home

Will Springer Realtor

They also can take advantage of savings when purchasing an EV from state retail sales credits and through federal tax credits – unless buying a Tesla or GM model or if leasing the vehicle. All fuel-powered forms of transportation – yes, planes, trains and automobiles – contribute about 27% of the country’s greenhouse gas emissions.

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Tools To Support Appraisal Adjustments

Appraisal Today

By Tom Horn Excerpts: As an appraiser, I get asked about how much value will be added for different types of home projects or renovations. Contrary to what you see on the home improvement shows it is not always possible for an appraiser to shoot from the hip and reply back “An updated kitchen will add $50,000 to the value of your house”.

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Will Springer Realtor - Untitled Article

Will Springer Realtor

They have also been spending oodles of money to shape their residences to meet new living needs – modern and spacious, when possible – as households live in their homes for longer. annually in home improvements across the U.S., Improvements include remodels, replacements and additions to homes.

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PARKING AND THE IMPACT ON CLIMATE CHANGE

Will Springer Realtor

. >> Researchers at Harvard forecast a 14% year-on-year increase by the end of 2022 in owner-occupied home improvement spending. Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue was in the middle of the national pack with a forecast increase of 13% YoY in home improvement spending. In a study of 48 metro markets, Tucson, Ariz.,

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JUST IN TIME: THE 15-MINUTE COMMUNITY

Will Springer Realtor

A new door improves curb appeal, adds modern technology to the house and, based on my observations, doesn’t make as much noise as older models! A key takeaway from this year’s report is the impact that rising raw materials costs has had on home-improvement projects. They are often surprised by my answer. This 4-bed, 1.75-bath

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