Looking to buy or sell a home? Now is a great time as the housing market continues to strengthen. In fact, earlier this year, the National Association of Realtors reported that pending home sales were at their highest level in close to a year and were at their second-highest level in over a decade.
Read MoreDo you prefer a home with a single story or one with two or more levels? A recent report from the National Association of Home Builders showed that 64 percent of buyers surveyed preferred a single-story home. But that doesn’t mean they’re always easy to find.
Read MoreWhy do people turn to new construction when they are ready to buy a new home? The benefits are many. And in most cases, they are highly predictable. Because you’re considering new construction, you’ve probably included a few on your list.
Read More2017 is prime to be a big year for kitchen remodeling and some early trends and new traditions are emerging. These trends are excellent not only for improving the look of your home, but for increasing its value as well.
Read MoreHome ownership is an exciting journey, one that is made even greater with the finishing touches that make your home yours. And what is more personal than the master bathroom? Whether your new home is move-in ready, needs some remodeling, or is a custom build where you are selecting between new home floor plans, here are some tips to help you design the ultimate master bathroom:
Read MoreThanks to social media sites, it’s easier than ever to like people with a similar interest, and quickly accumulate friends in large numbers. But how much do you know about these people? Chances are, not a lot. Sure, you know five or ten of them; they’ve been friends for ages. You might have even “chatted” with a few more of them through email or in forums.
Read MoreMoving into a new home is such an exciting time, even more so when it’s one of the custom new tradition homes developed to meet your every need. However, it can also be very stressful.
You might be trying to sell your old home at the same time your new home is under construction. You may be in a short-term rental between the transitions.
Read MoreAre you thinking of buying a new home for the new year? With it will come new traditions for you and your family to share in that home for many years to come. Every family has traditions that develop over the years. Traditions are an essential part of the family culture and they will help keep your family close across generations.
Read MoreIf your plans include moving into a different home this year, there are many reasons to look at new home communities instead of buying a used home.
Read MoreThe desire to have the latest smart home upgrades is definitely on the rise, not only for new homes in Washington, but across the country.
Here’s an astounding fact, from Charly Tate of Coldwellbankerbain.com. By the end of 2016, almost half of all Americans either owned smart home technology or invested in it. In other words, if you’re not part of that percentage, you’re missing out.
Read MoreIn the market for your dream home? Maybe that involves custom-building a home from your own blueprint? Or maybe instead, you’re looking to find a hidden gem in a prime neighborhood? Or still yet, you may be looking to remodel a home that you’ve lived in for years. Whatever your situation, we’ll lay out the top ten custom home wish list items so that your custom new home will have the perfect layout for you!
Read MoreChoosing to build a new home often comes after months or even years of dreaming about the perfect home. Maybe you’ve been looking at existing homes with a real estate agent and simply can’t find one that meets your standards. Or maybe you’ve been saving up to build your dream home for years.
Read MoreIt’s a daunting task, finding a lot for your new home that checks all the boxes: the right school district, an easy work commute, a neighborhood that suits your family. You may have found the perfect locale, with one huge problem standing in your way—your dream spot is already occupied.
Read MoreIf you’re considering a move, Richland might just be a great choice for you and your family. Part of the Tri-Cities in Washington (which also include neighboring Pasco and Kennewick), Richland has a reputation for being a remote and rural area. In reality, it’s much more than that. Here are the top 10 reasons to move to Richland:
Read MoreThe real estate market in Washington is growing quickly, with price of new homes, as well as apartment rental prices, steadily increasing. Although the trend has slowed a bit as is to be expected late in the year, the overall cost of homes in the Washington and Oregon area have continued to increase.
Read MoreFew things are more rewarding than designing your very own custom home. You’ll have complete freedom over every aspect of your home, from the style and color to the size and shape of each room. In the Oregon and Washington area, a custom home builder such as New Tradition Homes can take your ideas and turn them into reality.
Read MoreIf open, flowing floor plans tug on your heartstrings and spacious attached garages have you mapping out the perfect configuration of car-motorcycle-workbench, you’re not alone. Tennis courts and grand entryways aren’t the touches modern homeowners swoon over.
Read MoreWhen evaluating your carbon footprint, the dollars you spend at the pump are probably top of mind—but your home could be an even bigger culprit. Accounting for just 5% of the global population, the U.S. consumes an estimated 25% of the world’s fossil fuels, with 30% going toward heating oil.
Read MoreCustom home contractors are a one-stop-shop for homebuyers wanting to take advantage of the benefits that come with building a custom home. Custom home contractors are experts in the building process from start to finish and working with one can save you money in the long run.
Read MoreWhen it comes time to find the perfect home in Washington, you’ll often hear from people that buying an older home is more affordable than building a new one. If you build a large mansion in an exclusive neighborhood, you will spend more, but you can also build an affordable home in some of the fastest growing parts of the state.
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