Custom Built American Castles Take a look at this selection of impressive custom home projects from award-winning architects and designers. Don’t miss the link to the photo gallery of images from these extravagant abodes.
Profile: Custom Home Builder of the Year 2009 The National Association of Home Builder’s 2009 Custom Home Builder of the Year is thriving in an industry where many family businesses have fallen by the wayside.
2010 Color Forecast Colorists for Sherwin-Williams have released their 2010 color forecasts, and industry experts from Sisler Johnston Interior Design agree there will be a resurgence of bright, saturated colors.
Game Rooms Hot Trend in Today's New Homes Homeowners want more flexible space in their homes for recreation and entertainment, and large rooms set up to serve primarily as game rooms are filling the need. Not too long ago the trend was to set up a large home theater room, though homeowners today want this large space for different reasons.
Economist Warns on Imminent Interest Rate Hike Mortgage interest rates are low right now, but don't expect that to last. Economists are saying that when the government quits buying mortgage-backed securities, rates will head up and away. It’s yet another bit of news you can use to encourage your customers to get off the fence and buy that home now.
Lumber's Foundation Not Yet Set With housing starts in the doldrums, it's tough to say that lumber's recent climb to its highest price level in more than two years is built on solid ground. But there's a bigger story that encompasses global demand. Find out what the current predictions are for lumber costs, and what the major influences are today.
Underwater Mortgages Stifle Some Move-up Buyers Despite the tax credit and bargain rate mortgages, it's unknown whether there’ll be enough move-up buyers this spring to keep the housing recovery percolating. Find out why.
10 Must-Have Features in Today's New Homes Americans want smaller houses and they are willing to strip some of yesterday's most popular rooms in order to accommodate changing lifestyles.
Competing for Buyers Starts Online Current studies have shown that up to 87 percent of today's buyers find their home first on the Internet. Here's how you can take advantage of the situation.