Ann Arbor Developers Create Solar Neighborhood Veridian at County Farm, proposed by THRIVE Collaborative, is one of the first 100% solar-powered, carbon-neutral and fossil fuel-free communities. Read More Great Lakes Echo https://greatlakesecho.org/2022/12/30/ann-arbor-developers-create-solar-neighborhood/
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California Approves Strategy for Tackling Climate Change
California Approves Strategy for Tackling Climate Change The plan sets a goal for developers, businesses and local governments to construct at least 3 million climate-friendly homes by 2030 and 7 million by 2035 and install 6 million heat pumps by 2030. Read More KCET https://www.kcet.org/news-community/california-approves-far-reaching-strategy-for-tackling-climate-change-so-whats-next
Read MoreCleveland Pilot Project Provides Rooftop Solar for Low-Income Residents
Cleveland Pilot Project Provides Rooftop Solar for Low-Income Residents Data from the project will document savings and could help get more funding for solar energy in neighborhoods that have historically been left behind. Read More Energy News Network https://energynews.us/2023/01/03/cleveland-pilot-project-provides-rooftop-solar-for-low-income-residents/
Read MoreFirst Phase of Acequia Lofts Nearing Completion
First Phase of Acequia Lofts Nearing Completion Tierra Concepts is seeking a LEED Gold rating form the U.S. Green Building Council for its energy-saving measures, including 400 solar panels that will reduce residents’ electricity bills Read More Santa Fe New Mexican https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/business/first-phase-of-acequia-lofts-nearing-completion/article_b418b5c2-8307-11ed-8294-e3d428a00d6c.html
Read MoreOff-Site Built Homes Appreciate as Well as Site-built Homes
Off-Site Built Homes Appreciate as Well as Site-built Homes Growing body of research demonstrates off-site built housing can provide wealth building opportunities through appreciation. Read More Cision https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/clayton–next-step-unveil-white-paper-that-shows-off-site-built-homes-appreciate-as-well-as-site-built-homes-301710467.html
Read MoreBuilding 3D-printed + Mass Manufactured Homes Is 50% Faster, Produces 99% Less Waste and Can Be 80% Automated
Building 3D-printed + Mass Manufactured Homes Is 50% Faster, Produces 99% Less Waste and Can Be 80% Automated The answer is to reinvent construction with a mix of prefabrication, 3D printing, automation, plus a hefty dose of ZNE, or Zero Net Energy: homes that generate all the power they need to consume. Read More Forbes https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnkoetsier/2022/12/31/building-3d-printed–mass-manufactured-homes-is-50-faster-produces-99-less-waste-and-can-be-80-automated/?sh=32b437485d28
Read MoreVisionary Homes Builds Dream Communities for Buyers Throughout Utah
Visionary Homes Builds Dream Communities for Buyers Throughout Utah Visionary Homes are built to last a lifetime. The company is committed to delivering a high standard of construction that’s as close to perfect as it gets. Their signature “tight fit method” reduces air leaks to… Read More St. George News https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/archive/2022/12/28/avm-spc-visionaryhomes-22-proud-to-be-a-local-company-visionary-homes-builds-dream-communities-for-buyers-throughout-utah/#.Y7RdbuzML64
Read MoreResidential Loan Applications Increase as Rates Continue to Trend Down
Residential Loan Applications Increase as Rates Continue to Trend Down Applications for residential loans increased by 0.9% for the week ending December 16. Read More Mortgage America Professional https://www.mpa.com/us/mortgage-industry/market-updates/residential-loan-applications-increase-as-rates-continue-to-trend-down/431325
Read More12/23/2022 – MetroIntelligence Economic Update by P. DUFFY
MetroIntelligence Economic Update by P. DUFFY 2023 Housing Market Predictions: Gradual Shift Toward Buyers With over 85% of homeowners paying mortgage rates below 5% (and two-thirds with rates under 4%), home sales will remain muted as long as rates are elevated. More people will delay moving due to this “‘lock-in effect”’ until rates retreat below 5% or prices adjust accordingly. Depending on the area, renters will also be able to claw back more market power in 2023 as historically high levels of new apartments now under construction are completed. https://realestate.usnews.com/real-estate/housing-market-index/articles/housing-market-predictions…
Read MoreCloud County Awarded Funds To Replace Historic Bridge
Cloud County Awarded Funds To Replace Historic Bridge Cloud County was awarded up to $4,270,000 for the replacement of the bridge on 190th Road over the Republican River, known to many as the UP Bridge. Read More Blade-Empire https://www.bladeempire.com/news/cloud-county-awarded-funds-replace-historic-bridge
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