One of the nation’s largest professional associations of real estate appraisers recently released a form intended to help analyze values of energy-efficient home features. An industry leader in green valuation, the Appraisal Institute issued the form…
(MCT)—If you’re looking for solutions to landscaping challenges, decorative rock and gravel just might be the ticket. Drainage issues? Budget-friendly alternative to a paved patio? Interesting edging for your flower beds? Check, check, check. The d…
Data through July 2011, released recently by S&P Indices for its S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices, the leading measure of U.S. home prices, showed a fourth consecutive month of increases for the 10- and 20-City Composites, with both up 0.9% …
(MCT)—Lighting is often described as the jewelry of the home. But it’s more critical than that, especially in kitchens, where it’s all about slicing, dicing and reading recipes. So maybe the new catchphrase should be: “Lights are the eyes of…
The push for renewable energy and “going green” is growing more and more each day throughout our country. Oklahoma City is rolling out a program offering green home loans to those that qualify. Our government offers loads of rebates and grants to encourage renewable energy as well. Check out this blog for more information about how you can save big on renewable energy for your home.
