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New Home News
Monday, January 31, 2011 One quick glance at today’s headlines, and it’s no wonder that, as concerned consumers, we’re pinching pennies more than ever. In a recent survey conducted by HSBC Bank USA, 64 percent of us plan to cut unnecessary spending this year. And, in a similar survey by Discover Financial Services, about half of consumers plan to cut down on such non-essential spending as dinners out and movies – even remodeling. More
Monday, January 31, 2011
There is no question-today's American family is shopping for a different kind of home. A home is no longer just a place to store your clothes, eat your dinner and lay your head. Today's American home is a place to relax, recreate, work and entertain. People are living in their homes more than ever. The home is once again the focal point of the family, but it has changed dramatically to fit the way we live in the 21st century. More
Monday, January 31, 2011
There’s something about buying new – like a car and that “new car smell,” or even a brand-new pair of running shoes – a springy set of new rubber, ready for the trail and new personal records. Buying a new house is a lot like that, too, with countless advantages for consumers. Consider low interest rates. Incredible rates in the early 2000s launched an unprecedented housing boom in the U.S.; in fact, in 2003, new home sales exceeded 1 million for the first time in industry history. More
Monday, January 31, 2011
So you're in the market for a new home and decide it's time to take the plunge. You do your homework, compare mortgage rates, read up on what to seek in a quality builder and head out to tour some communities. But have you given enough thought to your own individual style and tastes? Today's home is so much more than a functional area where we eat, sleep and store our clothes. Today's home is a gathering place, a safe haven and an escape from the stresses of busy schedules. And that's why it should look and feel like a reflection of you. More
Monday, January 31, 2011
Today’s homebuying market offers so many choices for prospective buyers – and that can be intimidating. But it’s also a very good thing.
After all, more choices means more options – and that means a golden opportunity to get exactly what you want in a home. Many buyers struggle with the decision to buy a pre-owned home, or one that’s brand-new from the ground up – what’s better, what’s less expensive, what works – but most of the time, it’s simply a matter of preference. More
Monday, January 31, 2011
More and more new homeowners are interested in having their homes built in an environmentally responsible manner. But what does that mean? What makes one home more environmentally sound than another? When you're buying a new home, here are three simple ways to go "green": More
Wednesday, November 11, 2009 As part of the government's efforts to encourage people to spend money to help revive the economy, the House voted 403-12 Thursday to expand a popular tax credit for homebuyers. The bill, which also extends unemployment benefits and expands a tax break for money-losing businesses, now goes to President Barack Obama, who plans to sign it Friday. More
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