Realty Services and Home Improvement trends in today’s market
Although the heydays of the real estate boom of the early 2000s have not quite returned, things look positive. In the United States, 1,226,000 new homes were built in 2016, according to data from Consumer Reports. That was the most since 2007. Resales also have been more promising. The National Association of Realtors® says the median number of days a home was on the market in April 2017 reached a new low of 29 days. However, low supply levels did stanch existing home sales somewhat. By mid-2017, the market
City of San Bernardino and NPHS Break Ground on Three Infill Developments
Creating Greener, Healthier Neighborhoods The development of three homes is under way in the City of San Bernardino. In partnership with the city, NPHS is developing three separate lots with beautiful, high-performing factory-built homes. The 1,500 square foot homes are being manufactured to high energy efficient standards and feature an attached garage and porch. The effort aims to revitalize neighborhoods throughout the city while creating homeownership opportunities for low-income families. “Neighborhood Revitalization lifts spirits, increases property values, improves the neighborhood's image, and attracts additional investments,” says Adam Hicks, NPHS'
This New Year cut that Energy Bill and Stay Green
Homeowners continue to seek creative ways to reduce monthly expenses while being more environmentally conscious. Knowing where your money is being spent gives you a better understanding of how and where to make efficiencies. The United States Department of Energy says that household heating and cooling accounts for around 54 percent of the average American's utility bill. Savings could be achieved through proper equipment maintenance and upgrades. However, the Department of Energy explains that an energy efficient furnace alone will not have as great an impact on energy bills
Set and Stick to your Holiday Budget
The chance to give gifts and spend time with loved ones makes the holiday season a special time of year. But for many people, the holiday season often leads to overspending. A 2016 survey from the American Research Group found that American shoppers anticipated spending an average of $930 on gifts that holiday season. Data from T. Rowe Price confirms that parents are spending between $400 and $500 per child each year. Although these numbers can reflect an overwhelming sense of generosity, many times excessive spending is based on
NPHS Selected as a Finalist for the 2017 Spirit of the Entrepreneur Award
Achieving Greater Sustainability through Innovation, Entrepreneurial Leadership, and Taking Risk NPHS is proud to announce on being selected as a finalist for the 2017 Spirit of the Entrepreneur Award. The Spirit of the Entrepreneur Award recognizes entrepreneurs and leaders who innovate, take risks, and build businesses that contribute significantly to our local economy. This special award was founded in 2003 and has honored more than 100 entrepreneurs as recipients, and 250 leaders as finalists. This year the award will be recognizing an entrepreneur who has met several categories that