Consumers continue to believe that homeownership is the American dream, and the pandemic may have provided consumers with more time to ponder what that dream would look like for them. Over a quarter of Americans—29%—say they have been more likely to think about pursuing their dreams since the pandemic began, whether that is making a housing move, pursuing...[READ MORE]
Rising costs are making townhomes more attractive—not just for builders, but for buyers as well. Townhome construction has grown over the last year, making up nearly 13% of all single-family starts, an increase of 38% in one year, BUILDER reports. [READ MORE]
In 2021, a year marked by rising house prices, supply chain issues and worker shortages, Michael Gove, the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, described the housing problem as a crisis “fundamentally about social justice”. Indeed, the danger of social exclusion for those facing housing insecurity is significant....[READ MORE]
The mudroom is more than just a place to take off your dirty boots. It provides an organized and dedicated space and serves as a catchall for messy outwear and other odds and ends. A well-built mudroom addition can also potentially add...[READ MORE]
Guildford Borough Council and the St Edward joint venture between The Berkeley Group and M&G Real Estate have exchanged contracts to develop the North Street site in the town Centre. It will be the first step to deliver the new Friary Quarter neighbourhood of 500 homes and ground floor retail, leisure and amenity...[READ MORE]
South east housing association Network Homes has signed up contractor Durkan to build 158 affordable homes near Central Middlesex Hospital in London’s Old Oak and Park Royal regeneration zone. [READ MORE]
If you work in the real estate industry or if you’ve ever bought or sold a home, you may be familiar with home appraisals. A career in real estate appraisal can be rewarding, but you need to understand the requirements to become a real...[READ MORE]
Lovell Partnerships and Legal & General Affordable Homes have joined forces to deliver a target of 3,000 multi-tenure properties across the next five-years. Legal & General will focus on delivering new affordable homes, including shared ownership, social rent and affordable rent, and Lovell is bringing its open market and build expertise across all...[READ MORE]
There's a good chance you have home improvement plans in the near future, whether you just closed on a fixer-upper or you're looking to update the house you've lived in for 20 years. [READ MORE]
Your home is your sanctuary, but it may not feel that way if you see your neighbor every time you sit on the deck. Privacy fences can solve that problem by creating a barrier between you and adjoining yards. What’s more, they can prevent pets and children from wandering off – or onto – your property. [READ MORE]