Month: January 2024

Sustainable Material Spotlight: Rattan From cane frames to woven chair backs, a touch of fast-growing rattan adds warmth to interiors. Read More National Association of REALTORS https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/home-and-design/sustainable-material-spotlight-rattan

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MetroIntelligence Economic Update by P. DUFFY   Consumer Price Index rebounds to 0.3 percent rise in December, up 3.4 percent year-on-year The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.3 percent in  December after rising 0.1 percent in November, and was up 3.4 percent year-on-year.  The index for all items less food and energy rose 0.3 percent in December, the same monthly increase as in November, and was up 3.9 percent year-on-year. https://www.bls.gov/news.release/cpi.nr0.htm   Inflation returns as top concern on Main Street The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index…

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U.S. Luxury Home Sellers Jumped Back in the Market Last Month Housing inventory increased across all price points in December, but the number of available high-end homes spiked nearly 16% compared to a year ago. Read More Mansion Global https://www.mansionglobal.com/articles/u-s-luxury-home-sellers-jumped-back-in-the-market-last-month-a2905747

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Will the Silver Tsunami Change the Housing Market? Over the next decade, millions of homes could hit the market thanks to aging baby boomers. Read More U.S. News & World Report https://realestate.usnews.com/real-estate/articles/will-the-silver-tsunami-change-the-housing-market

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Labor Department Finalizes Changes to Independent Contractor Test The U.S. Department of Labor published a final rule changing its policy for determining independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standard Act. Read More NAHB https://www.nahb.org/blog/2024/01/labor-department-finalizes-changes-to-independent-contractor-test

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Modest Increase in Mortgage Activity to Start 2024 Per the Mortgage Bankers Association’s survey through the week ending January 5th, total mortgage activity increased 9.9% from the previous week, and the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rate… Read More Eye On Housing https://eyeonhousing.org/2024/01/modest-increase-in-mortgage-activity-to-start-2024/

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Here’s What To Know About Energy-Efficient Window Installation If your home was built before the early 1990s, it’s time to start planning the installation of energy-efficient windows. Windows with the Energy Star® rating meet strict energy-efficiency guidelines set by the U.S… Read More KTAR https://ktar.com/story/5555960/heres-what-to-know-about-energy-efficient-window-installation/

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Is an Electric Fireplace More Efficient Than a Gas Fireplace? In the debate between electric and gas fireplaces, efficiency considerations weigh heavily. However, understanding factors like heat output, installation complexity, operating costs, and ambiance can… Read More Mens Journal https://www.mensjournal.com/pursuits/home-living/gas-vs-electric-fireplace

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Inside an Eco-Friendly Edina Haven by City Homes City Homes’ latest project is in the heart of Edina yet totally off the grid. The residence was designed to embrace all the elements of a family home — and to do so exclusively on electric power. Wrapped… Read More Artful Living https://artfulliving.com/city-homes-eco-friendly-edina-home/

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Newly Constructed Houses You Can Buy in Corvallis New priced $412,000. Welcome to Benton County Oregon. 2022 Fleetwood, double wide manufactured home on its own lot. No park rent. 1680 sqft, 3 bedroom, 2, bath. Vaulted ceiling… Read More Gazette Times https://gazettetimes.com/life-entertainment/local/home-gardening/newly-constructed-houses-you-can-buy-in-corvallis/collection_92ba36c0-77d9-59e2-92c7-3f158282dd29.html#1

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