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When considering a two-story addition, carefully evaluate what’s possible physically, financially, and legally. Adding a two-story addition to your house will enhance your property’s value and help you gain a considerable amount of living space. But before you engage a design professional and rem...

A two-story addition returns almost 70% of its cost at resale, but it’s a significant investment that should be considered carefully. A two-story addition is a sizeable investment and one of the costliest improvements you can make to your house, especially if it includes another bathroom or enlar...

Welcome to " Far Horizons " This Stately English Tudor has year round water views and is situated on two magnificent acres with in-ground gunite pool and gazebo. Richly restored beyond perfection for today's lifestyle, coupled with old world architectural details and enduring quality throughout. ...

Home values rose in March, according to the Federal Home Finance Agency's most recent Home Price Index. Values were reported higher by 0.3 percent, on average, from February. We use the phrase "on average" because the Home Price Index is broad-reaching, national housing statistic. It ignores the ...

After starting the day in the red, mortgage rates rebounded Wednesday afternoon after the Federal Reserve released its April 27-28, 2010 meeting minutes. It's good news for home buyers and would-be refinancers.  Mortgage rates continue to troll along multi-year lows. "Fed Minutes" are lengthy, de...