We’re big fans of smart home technology. Not only is it a lot of fun but there are tons of practical, energy conserving and money saving features that are easy to incorporate into your day-to-day life. As home technology matures it’s getting less expensive as well. In addition to the awesome ideas in the video… Read More
Construction Employment Increases as Firms Struggle to Keep Pace with Growing Demand Construction employment increased in 243 out of 358 metro areas, was unchanged in 43 and declined in 72 between January 2015 and January 2016, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released this week by the Associated General Contractors of America…. Read More
In January, mortgage applications for new home purchases increased by 14 percent relative to the previous month, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data. By product type, conventional loans composed 67.4 percent of loan applications, FHA loans composed 19.5 percent, RHS/USDA loans composed 0.7 percent and VA loans composed 12.4… Read More
By Robert Dietz Builder confidence in the market for newly-built single-family homes held steady at 60 in January from a downwardly revised December reading of 60, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI). The January HMI reading is in line with NAHB’s forecast of modest growth for housing. NAHB expects… Read More
Accessibility. Automation. Conservation. Health. Safety. These themes are expected to shape the future of residential home design, according to a recent American Institute of Architects (AIA) report. “Historically, the dominant factors in home design have been economic and demographic shifts,” says AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker. “Residential architects are seeing these forces at play in… Read More
This video makes some very good points. The extra expense of your initial purchase of a New Construction home, can easily be off-set by the savings in energy and repair or remodel costs. Great strides have been made in energy efficiency in the areas of insulation, utilities and even appliances. After you watch the video… Read More
Home Builders have known for years that offering just a little bit more can sometimes make a big difference to a home buyer. Builders routinely offer appliances, paint or flooring upgrades, and additional landscaping as incentives for home buyers. Today’s “Ask the Experts” column features CJ Steen, Marketing Director with On The Move, Inc. Q:… Read More
Queen Creek, Arizona’s infrastructure is working hard to keep up with all the residential New Construction going on there. Queen Creek’s popular Town Center shopping district has been around for awhile but it’s about to get even better! Sprouts Farmers Market and HomeGoods will anchor a new 20 acre retail site at the corner of… Read More
Gilbert Fast 15. Thursday, September 24, 2015 – The 15 newest homes for sale in Gilbert, Arizona. The single story on E Carob Drive by Maracay Homes is in the New Construction community of Bridges East. Additional Resources for Home Buyers A Heads Up for Home Buyers Being Prepared For First-Time Buyers How Can… Read More
Brand new homes in Mesa, Arizona 102 New Construction homes for sale in Mesa, Arizona include the communities of Eastmark and Copper Crest Villas. Our New Construction Discount helps with your closing costs AND there’s still down payment assistance available for Mesa. You could buy a brand new home with very little out of… Read More
