13 Mar 2019
By RESCO Realty

Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with These DIY Home Projects

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Your carbon footprint is the measure of your impact on the earth's natural resources. This number describes the amount of fossil fuel it takes to support your lifestyle. In the United States, each person produces an average of 19.78 tons of carbon dioxide every year. A high carbon footprint means your daily habits are a quickening drain on our finite resources.  Homeowners can use these DIY projects to reduce the effect of their lifestyle on the environment. Try Solar Solutions A residential solar system gathers photo-voltaic energy from the sun and converts it into usable electrical current. Once installed, any…
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12 Mar 2019
By RESCO Realty

14 Remodeling Projects That Increase the Value of Your Home

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Your home is likely your largest investment. Beyond repairs and regular maintenance to keep it clean, comfortable, and safe, there are a number of projects that can increase the resale value of your property. These renovations top the list of changes you can make that positively impact your home's value. Kitchen With the right strategy, your kitchen remodel could return up to 92.9% of your construction investment. The trick is to not overdo it. You don't need to gut and rebuild the entire room. Instead, make strategic upgrades that increase the comfort and usability of the room. Paint wooden cabinets…
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11 Mar 2019
By RESCO Realty

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – March 11h, 2019

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Last week's economic news included readings on new home sales, construction spending, and housing starts. Data on building permits was released along with Labor Department reports on public and private-sector jobs and the national unemployment rate. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released. Construction Spending Slows as New Home Sales Rise in December Commerce Department data for December indicated less construction spending than for November. Construction spending dipped by -o.60 percent as compared to analyst expectations of a negative reading of -0.30 percent. Construction spending grew by 0.90 percent in November. Lower cash outlays for…
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