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Mental Wellbeing Becoming Increasingly Important for Construction Workers
Mental Wellbeing Becoming Increasingly Important for Construction Workers The coronavirus pandemic has put a strain on the mental health of nearly everyone in the world. Economic uncertainty, forced solitude and worries about contracting the virus have increased stress levels in most adults. But even before the pandemic, construction workers were particularly susceptible to mental health…
Read MoreTips for Landscaping a New Home
Tips for Landscaping a New Home Finally, the day you’ve been waiting for is here! Your newly constructed home is complete, and you’re happily settling in. But just like clockwork, you’ve now begun thinking about the sporadically-placed sod and freshly-excavated dirt that abounds in surplus around your property. Yep, you’re ready for your yard to…
Read MoreGuide To Buying A Home
Guide To Buying A Home If you are thinking of buying a new home, you must pay close attention to many details to ensure that you find one that will suit your needs and preferences. Before you start shopping, you should sit down with the members of your household to discuss your preferences and the…
Read MoreShould I Hire A Professional Remodeler?
Should I Hire A Professional Remodeler? Do-it-yourself (DIY) projects have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years on the heels of popular home improvement shows and publications. And, for certain small projects, a DIY project can be rewarding and fun, if you are prepared and have the proper skills. But before you start knocking down walls…
Read More10 Tips For A Smooth Home Remodel
10 Tips For A Smooth Home Remodel Follow these 10 tips when you embark on an exciting home remodeling project. Establish effective two-way communication with the home remodeler. It’s essential to have good communication for a smooth home remodeling project. Does the remodeler listen? Does he or she answer questions clearly and candidly? Can you reach…
Read MoreTax Benefits Of Homeownership
Tax Benefits Of Homeownership Homeownership has many important benefits for millions of Americans across the country — including creating a sense of community, building wealth and providing financial security. Home owners should be aware of recent changes to the tax code that went into effect in 2018 with The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which…
Read MoreThe Not-So-Obvious Benefits Of Buying A New Home
The Not-So-Obvious Benefits Of Buying A New Home Home buyers have the choice of two types of houses on the market: resale or new. Home buyers planning to buy a brand-new house or condominium often cite energy efficiency, open layout, a warranty, and being able to select appliances, flooring, paint colors and other design elements…
Read MoreGoing Virtual: How Members Are Connecting From Behind A Screen
Going Virtual: How Members Are Connecting From Behind A Screen Virtual meetings and events have become the new normal for our daily lives and work routines. As more business is conducted online, HBAs are getting creative with how they engage with members. From Zoom meetings to virtual happy hours and coffee chats, online gatherings are…
Read MoreHow To Build Communities Buyers Will Love To Call Home
How To Build Communities Buyers Will Love To Call Home A shift is taking place with home buyers. They want to invest in more than a home; they want to invest in the experience of living there. As a result, home builders need to focus more than ever on “placemaking” in community and neighborhood design.…
Read More6 Financial Mistakes To Watch For When Building A New Home
6 Financial Mistakes To Watch For When Building A New Home From building too big to forgetting small details, there’s no shortage of ways to blow through your budget when building a new house. Whether you’ve hired a builder or are acting as your own general contractor, be on the lookout for the following financial…
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