Understanding Eco-Friendly Sustainable Materials – A Must Before Buying A Green Home  By: Marikor Hidalgo  Due to the arising consciousness regarding the care for the environment, numerous solutions to address environmental degradation have spread among different industries. Even the real estate world has become an active participant in this cause as there are more homes built with ecologically sustainable materials. These are otherwise known as green homes. If you are looking for a new home to purchase, checking out such homes would be ...

By Elise, DHG’s very own In-House-Design Diva  The value of your home decreases with age – that’s a given. Small improvements can add big dollars to a home's resale value. Sellers often generic amoxil want to make big changes to attract home buyers. Some improvements can be costly mistakes. For example, a backyard swimming pool used to be an asset; today, it's often a liability, increasing insurance premiums.  A recent study by a major lender found that buyers pay more when the ...

The National Association of Home Builders recognizes Woman Author: Elise, DHG’s very own In-House-Design Diva  As of 2004, women constituted a full 10% of the construction industry—up from only 6% in 1997(U.S. Census Bureau). Women-owned construction firms grew by more than 30% from 1997 to 2004—the fastest growth of women-owned firms in any industry.  Building Women is the only home building industry publication of its kind. Published quarterly, all Women’s Council members receive Building Women as a member benefit. In addition, the magazine is ...