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Can Prefab Homes be Green?

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I know that in some cases, prefab homes get a bad rap. Some people think of prefab homes as being inferior, but a whole new type of prefab may make some people change their minds. Prefabs have now gone green. Well, at least in some cases. While many are still hesitate to install solar panels in their traditional homes, how would you feel if you could buy a prefab home that already had solar panels? How about one with a green roof? Some even offer LEED certifications. Green prefabs may be the perfect home for today. After all, the housing … Continue reading →

Designing a House with Pets in Mind

A while back I was watching a show on HGTV in the waiting area of the Nissan dealership while Nissy’s oil got changed. I don’t remember the name of the show, but it was one of those where they feature people’s homes for one reason or another. Usually very fancy houses with lots of neat upgrades I can only dream about. Cold Rooms Must Mean a Cold Heart The episode showcased a lady’s home that, while very pretty, also struck me to match its owner’s personality: cold and sterile. The floors were entirely hard surfaces, save for maybe her bedroom. … Continue reading →

How Many Televisions Do You Have In Your Home?

Did you know that the average American home now has more television sets than people? According to Nielsen Media Research, there are 2.73 TV sets in the typical home and 2.55 people. While I was not surprised to learn that there are more TVs than people in the average home, I was surprised that there were only 2.73 TV sets per home. I figured the number would be closer to four… and that’s being conservative. After all, if you consider how many parents allow their children to have TV sets in their individual rooms; the number of households with TVs … Continue reading →

Land Sale Advice

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Buying land on which to build your dream home can be a little overwhelming but keep in mind that with some guidelines, it does not have to be difficult. The first step is to work with a lender or mortgage broker to determine what you can afford. Then, the lender should layout all the details pertaining to construction loans to help you choose the best option and understand fees and closing. With this information, you can move into the next step. For this, you want to get a better idea to the average, going price for land in the area … Continue reading →