Do you know the signs of a tornado?

There is no such thing as guaranteed safety inside a tornado. Freak accidents happen; and the most violent tornadoes can level and blow away almost any house and its occupants. Extremely violent EF5 tornadoes are very rare, though. Most tornadoes are actually much weaker and can be...

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New Website Helps Home Owners, Buyers Protect the American Dream

Despite the fact that Americans overwhelmingly support homeownership, legislative and regulatory proposals now under consideration would greatly harm home owners, home buyers, the housing market and the nation's economy. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has launched a new website, www.ProtectHomeownership.com, to bring attention to...

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The Top U.S. Cities for New Home Construction – Houston #1

While construction activity came to a near-halt after the housing bubble burst, things are finally looking up, according to a recent report in Atlantic Cities. As with all real estate, construction is also local, however. While construction is gearing up in some markets, it remains dormant...

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Color Culture: Hottest Hue Trends for 2012-13

What’s new with hue? Whether you’re looking to spice up your wardrobe or your decorating scheme, new colors have complex roots. Color forecasters take a long look at the world around us, analyzing and predicting which colors will most fit our state of mind in...

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