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Posts filed under Home Remodel
National Institute of Building Sciences Finds Investment in Resilient Design Can Pay Off By More than SIXFOLD
A new report by the National Institute of Building Sciences calculates the long-term benefits of implementing hazard mitigation measures.
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9 Home Features Clients Don't Know They Need
TAKEAWAY:
- Open Floor Plans
- Updated Kitchen Ideas
- Smarthomes
- Luxury Bathrooms
- Storage Solutions
- Recessed Lighting
- Pet Friendly
- Privacy
- Amenities
What did you breathe today?: Lead-based Paint (sponsored post)
Buildings built before 1978 are much more likely to have lead-based paint. Lead is a naturally occurring element in the earth, but it is known to cause cardiovascular effects, increased blood pressure, decreased kidney function, behavior and learning problems in children, hearing problems, anemia, and more.
Federal law requires real estate agents to provide specified important information about lead-based paint before a prospective buyer is obligated under a contract to purchase.
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National Kitchen & Bath Associations' Survey: The Top Kitchen and Bath Trends
What the Top Home Renovations Are Really Worth in 2018
Researchers pinpointed the average return on investment of 20 popular home renovations by canvassing contractors nationwide on how much these upgrades cost to complete, then compared that with how much real estate agents estimated these features would boost a home's market price (in other words, their value).
The 9 Hottest Interior Design and Decor Trends You'll See in 2018
A stable of tastemakers provide the scoop on the hottest interior design and decor trends.