The Home Builders Association of Greater Austin explains why escalation and termination clauses are being used more. AUSTIN, Texas — Buying a newly built home in Austin’s hot housing market can be a challenge. Labor and material shortages, demand for housing and COVID-19 all play a role. Several homebuyers told […]
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Houzz: Renovation activity and spending hit their highest rate since 2018. Homeowners report a 20% increase in the median renovation spend, reaching $18K. PALO ALTO, Calif. – Home renovation activity and spending reached its highest rate since 2018, according to the Houzz & Home survey, conducted by the home remodeling […]
LAKE STEVENS — By February, interior designer Kelly DuByne’s home remodeling calendar was already booked for 2022. “When COVID-19 got here, I didn’t know what to expect, but I’ve been pleasantly surprised,” said DuByne, the owner and lead designer of Distinctive Interior Designs in Lake Stevens. “The rest of 2020 […]