Consumers Turn to Drip Irrigation in Tough Economic Times

In this economy, everyone is looking for ways to stretch their budget without changing their lifestyle. Our gardens provide a break from the pressures of job-hunting, bill paying, and everyday stress. According to the National Gardening Association, an estimated 43 million households gardened in 2009. People all over the world are turning to drip irrigation as a means to keep their landscapes and gardens green while conserving water and reducing their... 

Christmas Tree Safety Tips To Avoid Holiday Christmas Tree Fires

It’s pretty hard not to notice the merry transformation happening in cities, towns and neighborhoods across the country as homes and businesses decorate for the holidays. To make sure this year will be a very happy holiday season, the American Christmas Tree Association (ACTA) is urging consumers to take special precautions with their Christmas trees and Christmas lights to avoid Christmas tree fires. “If your household includes a natural... 

Golden Square and Golden Villas Open in Pompano Beach

Water front views, Energy-Star appliances, cultured marble vanities and ceramic tile floors are just a few of the amenities that allow the Housing Authority of Pompano Beach and Pinnacle Housing Group to redefine the notion of affordable housing. On September 17th, Golden Square and Golden Villas, located at 1415 N.W. 18th Drive, introduced the new face of quality affordable rental communities. A Grand Opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrated... 

GE Energy Helping to Meet Europe’s Increasing Demand for Renewable Energy

The latest evolution of GE Energy’s wind turbine technology, the 2.5xl wind turbine, is playing a growing role in helping Europe meet its renewable energy demands. This machine has been selected for projects across Europe that will add nearly 1, 000 megawatts of wind-generated electricity in 2009, or enough to serve over 480, 000 typical European households. The European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) has reported that more wind power was installed... 

Letter/legal File Cabinet Three-drawer Black

Enhance Your Home Office with French Country Office Furniture This impressive file cabinet provides beautiful style that will enhance many decors. It is from our French Country Furniture Collection, a group that features a wide range of functional designs, including file cabinets, lowboys, armoires and other office furniture, that meet the needs of modern households. households.

Columbia Bank is an Approved FHA Mortgage Lender

Columbia Bank announced that it has begun accepting applications for Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Residential Mortgage Loans within New Jersey. As an approved FHA lender, Columbia Bank has been granted the authority to offer qualified homebuyers the opportunity to purchase a home with a low down-payment, low closing costs and more flexible credit guidelines. Columbia’s FHA Mortgage Loans are specifically designed for borrowers who would... 

C.A.R. Reports Entry-Level Housing Affordability More Than Doubles in Third Quarter

The percentage of households that could afford to buy an entry-level home in California stood at 53 percent in the third quarter of 2008, compared with 24 percent for the same period a year ago, according to a report released today by the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. C.A.R.’s First Time Buyer Housing Affordability Index (FTB-HAI) measured the percentage of households that can afford to purchase an entry-level home in California. C.A.R.... 

Nonprofit Group Helping Prevent Foreclosures Accepting Final Applications in Akron Region

American Homeowner Preservation Inc. (“AHP Ohio”), a nonprofit organization providing an alternative to foreclosure for distressed homeowners, is hosting its final session in Akron on Monday November 24th from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM at the Hampton Inn – Akron South at 3235 South Arlington Road. Since September, the organization has collected almost 300 applications from residents in the Summit County region who are in jeopardy of losing... 

MetLife Foundation and Enterprise Recognize Exemplary Models in Affordable Housing

MetLife Foundation and Enterprise announced the 2008 recipients of the MetLife Foundation Awards for Excellence in Affordable Housing this morning at the Enterprise Community Conference in Baltimore. Six community-based organizations were awarded a total of $180,000 for leadership, innovation, and effectiveness in the fields of supportive housing and property and asset management. Celebrating its 13th year, the MetLife Foundation Awards program has... 

K-State Economist’s Research Suggests Low-Income, Vulnerable Homeowners Need Support After Purchase to Avoid Foreclosure or Having to Sell Their Home

Programs that help low-income and minority individuals and families purchase a home may be doing more harm than good, according to a Kansas State University economist. When vulnerable homeowners don’t get support after they purchase a home — maybe one they really couldn’t afford in the first place — they’re more likely to return to renting, said Tracy Turner, K-State assistant professor of economics. She and Marc Smith,...