Tornado Proof

People are fascinated with tornadoes.  In fact, many Hollywood producers use them for environmental conflicts that a character has to endure and overcome. Tornadoes on the screen are fictionalized but the need to plan ahead for tornado season is real – and now is the...

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Let There Be Light!

When you walk into a room, do you ever stop and wonder what creates the mood?  Most of the time, the mood has something to do with the lighting that is used.  Of course, lighting is necessary to see and has practical purposes. But beyond...

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Energy and Tax Incentives

So much energy can be saved with the installation of a roof. Though the initial price of an energy-efficient roof can be slightly higher, the investment is made up in reduced utility bills over the life of the building. Many Energy Star-rated roofs are also...

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FHA Reform

The Federal Housing Administration has taken critical measures to eliminate risk that would ultimately strengthen the mortgage-insurance fund.  Realtors are saying that recent increases to premiums, increased down payments for some borrowers and greater risk management controls will significantly improve the condition of the FHA....

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