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Remodeling Market Index Climbs Five Points, Returns to 2005 Levels
From the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) October 25, 2012 - The Remodeling Market Index (RMI) climbed to 50 in the third quarter of 2012, up from 45 in the previous quarter, according to the National [...]
What is a Net Zero Home?
Net Zero is a term that’s been part of the eco friendly lexicon for a few years now. Due to the poor housing market there are few Net Zero homes being built at the moment but [...]
Take $2012 off a New Home at Towne Lake in Houston
There hasn't been a better time to buy a new home in the Towne Lake Community. Buy an inventory home between October 1, 2012 and December 31, 2012 and receive a $2012 discount off the price [...]
NAHB Remodelers Bestows Homes for Life Awards for Excellence in Aging-in-Place Remodeling
October 12, 2012 - The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodelers announced two winners of its annual Homes for Life awards, recognizing excellent remodeling work for aging-in-place and universal design. Sponsored by Whirlpool Corporation, the awards [...]
What Are The Benefits of Buying a New Home?
If you're in the market for a new home you have many things to consider. Location, type of home and new or used are all important things to consider when buying a home in Houston, TX. [...]
Fun Things To Do In Houston For Halloween
Fall is here and there is nothing more fun and exciting than spending an afternoon in a corn maze or pumpkin patch with your family. This year take a break from home maintenance, yard work or [...]
What is a Passive House?
According to this interesting and informative article from the New York Times: Passive houses are airtight buildings that use heat from appliances and even the occupants' bodies for warmth. They have thick insulation, are oriented to [...]
How Much is Your Home Worth?
If you're selling your home you might wonder how to determine its worth. There are all kinds of ways to estimate what your home is worth. You can talk to a real estate agent who will [...]