Can you imagine a museum without paintings? Technology has impacted society in countless ways but many overlook its impact on the arts. The very phrase “the arts” might evoke images of oils, watercolors or sculpture but technology is inspiring a whole new generation of artists who are using new mediums to create their masterpieces. This… Continue Reading
Ever since the housing bubble burst, home construction was literally put to a halt. It was in 2013 that demand increased and the need for newer homes was felt. Soon enough, construction started picking up the pace and the last month this figure became the greatest number to be recorded in the past five years…. Continue Reading
Can’t get a mortgage for that new beautiful house you saw the other day? Well, you are not the only one who is going through this. A recent survey indicates a large number of people are experiencing similar problems when they try to get their loans approved. When the housing market collapsed in 2008, the… Continue Reading
Innovations in technology, along with our ever increasing on-the-go lifestyle, have shifted real estate marketing away from traditional practices toward an online approach with more visual stimulation including video. Among all of the online tactics used by marketers, videos are proving to be the most valuable way to reach home seekers. In fact, according to the National Association… Continue Reading
If you watch the news, most of the economic outlooks always mention the state of the housing market. Residential construction has a positive, direct impact on the United States economy. For each new single-family that is built, three jobs are created. Jobs are created in the lumber and concrete industry. Lighting and heating industries and… Continue Reading
As the leaves turn and fall to the ground, it’s time to start thinking about “buttoning up” your home for winter to keep you and your family healthy and comfortable, your belongings safe and high energy costs at bay. Heating accounts for 34 percent of all annual utility usage, according the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency… Continue Reading
If you’re in the process of getting your home ready for sale, you know that in order to get the biggest bang for your buck, you have to be willing to put in the time to ensure that your home looks its best. While it’s crucial that you pay attention to both the interior and… Continue Reading
Once the creep of autumn makes it a little too cool for your pool, it’s time to think about buttoning up your little oasis of aquatic pleasure until next spring. So for a raft of advice that really holds water, I turned to Ann Janowicz, general manager of Kasper’s Pool Supplies and Spas in Easton,… Continue Reading
You need not spend a lot on granite counters or tile flooring to give your kitchen a fresh, new look. So says stylist Rebekah Zaveloff, owner of design studio KitchenLab. “So many people thing kitchen remodeling is an all-or-nothing proposition,” Zaveloff noted. “The truth is, you can brighten and lighten your kitchen with a few… Continue Reading
Your roof is your home’s biggest protector, so it’s no wonder that people want the best possible material for their roof. One choice that is becoming increasingly popular is metal roofing. Hailstorms, hurricanes, heavy snow and wildfires can all cause extensive damage to a home. In the U.S., approximately 10 percent of homeowners now choose… Continue Reading