Homeownership Is Full of Financial Benefits
A Fannie Mae survey recently revealed some of the most highly-rated benefits of homeownership, which continue to be key drivers in today’s power-packed housing market. Here are the top four financial benefits of owning a home according to consumer respondents: 88% – a better chance of saving for retirement 87% – the best investment
The Kit Home Movement of the Twentieth Century
Kit Home History – At the turn of the 20th century, a revolution in homeownership was afoot. Emerging from the crossroads of industrialization, a burgeoning middle class, and the mail-order phenomena, kit homes emerged as symbols of both practicality and aspiration. Spearheaded by companies like Sears, Aladdin, Liberty Homes, and others; this movement not only reshaped
We Find the Non-financial Benefits of Homeownership Most Valuable
Homeownership is a foundational part of the American Dream. As we look back on more than a year of sheltering in our homes, having a place of our own is more important than ever. While financial benefits are always a key aspect of homeownership, today, homeowners rank the nonfinancial and personal benefits with even higher
Small Home, Big Life. Unlocking More Freedom and Joy.
When you hear the phrase “small home, big life,” what image does it paint in your mind? Perhaps a picturesque cottage set against a vibrant sunset, or a tiny, cozy apartment filled with warmth and love? This phrase is more than just a catchy tagline; it’s a manifesto of life that encourages us to live
4 Quick Steps to Bungalow & Cottage Efficiency
1. Insulation Nearly all of the heat generated by your HVAC system can be lost through a poorly insulated attic. It’s imperative to insulate attic floors, in particular, to keep heat trapped in the living quarters and not in an upstairs storage room where it doesn’t belong. 2. HVAC System Unlike traditional thermostats, which
Woodland Storybook Cottage
Name: The Elderkin Family Location: Shohola, PA Type of home: Cottage Square Footage: 780 Do you rent or own your home?: Own Tell us about your family and your home: I’m Danielle Elderkin, and I live in a cozy restored woodland cottage in the Poconos (The Pocono Mountains encompass forested peaks, lakes and valleys in
