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Remodel of the Week: Home Renovation in Charleston’s Historic District

Sofia Feeney

New Beginnings Construction in South Carolina presents their full home renovation in Charleston’s historic Rainbow Row district. The magic of remodeling began with extensive demolition that was needed for outdated, damaged and inefficient fixtures and appliances. Structural and systematic upgrades were placed including plumbing, electrical, HVAC and insulation. The builders then carefully married the historic elements like the original pine and oak hardwood floors with modern elements of custom trim. Renovations went beyond the main house. The pool house received a makeover to feel like an extension of the primary…

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What is Next as The Popularity of Open Layout Kitchens is Fading

Emmanuel Jimenez

Open layout kitchens have reached their peak and consumers are looking for the next style to build around. Some are looking to combine the style with another while others are going back to traditional styles. From broken plan kitchens to back kitchens, the times are changing in favor of saving space and incorporating a sense of connectedness with the rest of the home. Read More

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Southern California Housing Market: Prices and Forecast 2025

Emmanuel Jimenez

In May 2025, the Southern California housing market saw a decline in home sales, with a 7.6% year-over-year drop, largely driven by high mortgage rates and broader economic uncertainty. While home prices remained relatively stable, rising slightly in some counties and falling in others, the region remains significantly more expensive than the national average. Inventory levels are rising, signaling a shift toward a more balanced market, though it still slightly favors sellers. Read More

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KB Home Announces the Grand Opening of Two New Communities in the Desirable Southtown Master Plan in Vacaville, California

BrianAnthony

KB Home Announces the Grand Opening of Two New Communities in the Desirable Southtown Master Plan in Vacaville, California KB Home announced the grand opening of Sagebrush and Sweetbay at Magnolia Park, two new communities in the desirable Southtown master plan in Vacaville, California. The new homes… Read More Joplin Globe https://www.joplinglobe.com/region/national_business/kb-home-announces-the-grand-opening-of-two-new-communities-in-the-desirable-southtown-master/article_a4343283-2589-5e5f-b192-630402bfd9c9.html

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6/20/2023 – MetroIntelligence Economic Update by P. DUFFY

BrianAnthony

MetroIntelligence Economic Update by P. DUFFY   Fed pauses rate hikes, revises economic projections As expected, although the Federal Reserve did opt to keep interest rates higher for now, its revised economic projections also show more stubborn core inflation, prompting higher Federal Funds rates through 2025 than forecast in March. The new projections show the Federal Funds rate for 2023 rising from 5.1% to 5.6% (signaling further hikes ahead this year), falling to 4.6% in 2024 (up from 4.3% in March) and 3.4% in 2025 (up from 3.1% in March).…

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White House Convenes on Advancing Clean Buildings

BrianAnthony

White House Convenes on Advancing Clean Buildings The White House convened 24 Governors’ offices to discuss how the Biden-Harris Administration can amplify states’ efforts to lead on commercial and residential building decarbonization policies that lower… Read More The White House https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/05/05/readout-of-white-house-convening-on-advancing-clean-buildings/

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