The battle over resale properties is still raging among home buyers. Once-upon-a-time the New Construction industry would have easily picked up the slack but that isn’t the case in our current Real Estate market. Contractors are encountering a widespread shortage of construction and utility workers, in addition to the infamous supply chain issues that are… Read More
Luxury Features
5 Colorful Kitchen Trends Home Buyers are Appreciating
Kitchens are probably the most scrutinized room in the house when it comes to potential home buyers. Kitchen styles and trends change more frequently than any other home feature, yet the kitchen is the most expensive area to remodel. The upshot being that your kitchen can very quickly appear dated. Monotones in grays and beiges… Read More
Builders note popular home design trends
The National Association of Home Builders recently passed out its Best in American Living Awards. The winning projects were recognized for innovative design, so they tend to highlight design trends you’ll see in new homes in coming years. BALA Chairman Stephen C. Moore, senior partner – marketing with BSB Design Inc. in Des Moines, Iowa… Read More
An 85 second lesson in economics
I saw a house the other day with a remarkable little wine cellar and it got me thinking… to what extent can you personalize your home before a potential buyer will be unwilling to compensate you for your expense? I thought this wine cellar was an ingenious use of a coat closet that would alternatively… Read More