It’s that time of year again…time for the New Homes Guide annual Interiors supplement and we couldn’t be more excited to share the best of 2012 with you! We’re celebrating our 8th issue of Interiors this year with more than 75 pages and over 1,000 stunning, color photos of the finest model homes and clubhouses the
ENERGY STAR Qualified, Partner, 3.0: What Does it all Mean for Your New Home Purchase?
You’ve probably seen the ENERGY STAR® logo popping up quite a bit during your home search, and you may know that to earn an ENERGY STAR certification, new homes must meet specific EPA efficiency guidelines. It can quickly become confusing, though, when trying to assess what the different guidelines and ratings mean to you as
Home Builders, Real Estate Agents and You
As the real estate market perks up this Spring, a lot of buyers are looking for new homes. The big question for many of them is whether or not to strike out on this adventure on their own or to work with a Realtor. Oftentimes, their decision ends up being based upon some factors that are actually
The basics of your credit score and mortgage loans
One of the first items on your new home quest checklist should deal with your finances because getting a mortgage these days can prove to be challenging. We hear about the issue almost daily but what do YOU do to put yourself in the best position to obtain the best mortage? There are some basic
And We’re Back!
Welcome Back to the New Homes Guide Blog! I know…it’s been awhile since we’ve had some activity here but I’m hoping to change that. And who am I, you ask (I hope!)…I am Nicole, the new Marketing Manager with NHG. Let me give you the quick run down on why I feel like I can
October Brings More Home Builder Confidence
For the first time in five months, we’re finally seeing a gain in home builder sentiments. According to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) for October, builder confidence for newly built, single-family homes rose three points to 16. Bob Jones, NAHB Chairman and home builder in Bloomfield Hills, Mich.,
Top Ten Mistakes To Avoid . . . For The Inexperienced Gardener
Maybe you are one of the lucky homeowners whose new home came with picture perfect landscaping. In that case, this post may not be for you. But for the rest of us, getting that professional looking yard can take a bit of hard work and a lot of help. But now that the triple degree