Building Permits – Positive News for Houston Economy

Sales, new home starts, and the number of building permits issued all point to significant economic gains in the new construction segment of Houston. This is positive news for Houston and the state of Texas, as well. Houston led the nation in single-family housing permits during...

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Choosing an Inspector

You have found the home of your dreams.  One of the most critical components of the buying process is the inspection.  How do you find the right inspector?  An inspector must have a full working knowledge of every system in a home.  Most inspectors had...

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Curb Appeal Basics

The economy has forced many homeowners to revert to a “back to basics” mentality.  That does not mean, however, that you should allow your home to be anything less than a pleasure to come home to. Repairing a broken fence, or updating a failing roof,...

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You and Your Fireplace

Homeowners would be surprised at how many varieties of fireplaces exist. There are those made by masonry, those made out of concrete and those that are prefabricated. Masonry and concrete fireplaces are very durable and capable of lasting over a century if maintained properly. The...

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