Economic Forecast Hinges on Policy, Tax Reform

Economic Forecast Hinges on Policy, Tax Reform By RISMedia Staff The economy could get a lift from tax reform, with homebuyers and homeowners likely having more income, but less in the way of write-offs, according to Fannie Mae’s Economic & Strategic Research...

4 Pros, 4 Cons of Open Floor Plans

4 Pros, 4 Cons of Open Floor Plans Daily Real Estate News | Tuesday, January 23, 2018 The open floor plan has been popular in many new home designs. Homeowners are showing a desire to have no walls separating the kitchen, dining, and living areas. In fact, 84 percent...

Home Laundry: To Vent or Not to Vent

Home Laundry: To Vent or Not to Vent By John Voket I once believed it was a forgone conclusion that when adding certain laundry appliances to a home, it would mean installing exhaust ducting and cutting a hole to the outside for venting. However, a recent report from...

Best, Worst Places for Commuters

Best, Worst Places for Commuters Daily Real Estate News | Tuesday, January 09, 2018 Consistent travel times allow commuters less heartache than cities where it’s constantly fluctuating, says Joseph L. Schofer, professor of civil and environmental engineering at...