Essex homes will showcase its popular “Fenway II” in Hamburg’s Brompton Heights community this weekend. This design located at 4786 Mosey Lane features 2,135 square feet of living space and is move-in ready at $279,900. Editor’s note: While the finishing touches were being applied for this grand opening, a sister home of the Fenway II [...]
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Are large numbers of homeowners who have negotiated short sales with lenders at risk because of a startling omission in the American credit system? Do their credit reports and scores indicate that they were foreclosed upon, rather than having negotiated a mutually agreeable resolution with their lender? The answer appears to be yes, and last [...]
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We’ve discussed collecting and storing rainwater before, but let’s revisit the various aspects involved for the benefit of those who are merely curious about the practice or are in serious need of options due to drought and water-rationing. The setup can be as simple as a rain gutter, downspout and barrel. Kits are available from [...]
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An accent tree in full seasonal glory will make pedestrians stop and drivers slow down to admire such an incredible display. So when you add accent trees for every season, your front yard will never be lacking in color. Accent trees are smaller than shade trees. They may reach just 15 feet tall and nearly [...]
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Some people are used to walking through a breezeway to get into the house from the garage. This unfinished space is unheated and simply provides a covered walkway. It is tempting to allow this space to accumulate junk and become a less than elegant way to enter the house. Typically the breezeway space is built [...]
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Ryan homes is showcasing its popular “Ravenna” home design in the Meadows at Pendleton this weekend as part of the NCBA’s Parade of Homes. This Pendleton community presents estate-size home sites — some a half-acre — with large back and side yards and a deep setback. “The Ravenna is one of our most asked for [...]
→ Read moreWASHINGTON — With full-fledged sellers’ markets underway in dozens of metropolitan areas around the country, new research has found curious statistical patterns emerging. Even in cities where listings get multiple offers within days or hours, significant numbers of homes are sitting on the market for six months, 12 months or more with no takers. Call [...]
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Custom renovations are often a great way to put your family’s personal stamp on a home. However, you may want to reconsider if you plan on installing something as unique as an indoor waterslide. “There is nothing wrong with transforming your home to reflect your family’s style,” says Carlo Racioppo, a broker with Royal LePage. [...]
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The newest phase of Garden View patio homes in West Seneca/Gardenville area is now ready For Sale, said Scott Gilray, new home construction specialist for Marrano. “Ranch designs start in the $160s with a monthly mortgage payment as low as $598,” he said. “That’s more affordable than renting.” Located in Garden View community, the expanded [...]
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Joseph is a successful investment adviser who occasionally works from his home office. His wife, Nicole, also works on her own household projects in the same space. The two of them were tripping over each other in a main-floor study that was crammed with files, papers and general chaos. Joseph, whose clients sometimes visit him [...]
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