New building standards aim to cut energy use in new homes by 28 percent as the state steps closer toward its goal of zero net energy homes within…
5 DIY Projects That Save Money
These home improvement projects are easy enough for home owners to do themselves — and get an impressive return on investment.
A Hitch on the Way to Your Smart Home
(TNS)—Thanks to increasingly accessible and affordable home automation systems, your house will soon be able to do a lot of neat tricks. But before you turn your dwelling into the home of the future, you’ll have to make sure you have a well-matched set of devices. Recently released or soon-to-hit-the-market devices and services will allow […]
Mortgage Debt on the Rise: A Good Sign?
More signs show the economy and housing markets are pivoting toward normalcy, according to a new report released by Freddie Mac.
Downsizing Boomers to Fuel Apartment Market
Millennials may be a big driver of multifamily housing now, but baby boomers looking to downsize are expected to drive growth over the next few…
Slight Drop in Rates Pushes Loan Demand Up
Applications for home purchases are now 18 percent higher than they were a year ago, another sign of the growing strength in the housing market,…
Airbnb, Realtor.com® Team Up
The listing portal’s partnership will allow potential buyers to try out a neighborhood before the purchase process begins.
Google Releases ‘Undo Send’ Option
Gmail is now allowing users to take back sent e-mails, assisting those who accidentally forget to attach a file or press the “…
New-Home Sales Climb to 7-Year High
Builders are seeing motivated buyers and the release of pent-up housing demand.
Top 7 Eco-Friendly Amenities for Your Home
All you have to do is count the number of driveways with a hybrid vehicle, and you can see at a glance that Americans are embracing the eco-friendly lifestyle. However, a Prius in front of the house is just the beginning. More and more homeowners are opting for sustainable features in the home as well. […]