Tag: house
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Build Confidence with a How to Buy a House Class
Buying a home is one of those big milestones that feels exciting… and a little intimidating, right? You’re suddenly navigating mortgage terms, property inspections, down payments, and interest rates — and honestly, it can feel like learning a new language. That’s where taking a How to Buy a House class can make all the difference.…
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Cornwall bungalow turned into stunning house with sea views
As surprises go, a new home by the sea isn’t a bad one. In 2017 Ben and Ruth Prior, and their children, had been visiting the north Cornish coast for over a decade, renting homes each time. “I just thought, ‘Why don’t I buy one?’” says Ben, when he saw an older bungalow in their…
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How much is Will’s Inbetweeners house worth in 2025?
Fans of The Inbetweeners have reason to celebrate, as the iconic series is set to return to screens. While we’ll soon see Will, Simon, Jay, and Neil back in action, many are wondering how much the suburban home that sparked so many awkward teen moments would be worth today. Thanks to soaring UK house prices,…
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This oak frame house blends character and modern style
The motives for those who choose to embark on the self-build route are many and varied and for Dawn and Graham Hillier, the practicalities of everyday life were the main factor. The couple were living in a big old farmhouse in Monmouthshire that was cold, draughty, uneconomical to run and increasingly becoming a challenge, particularly…
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ABC Opposes New House Bill on Labor Contracts
Associated Builders and Contractors is pushing back against new legislation introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. Rep. Pete Stauber, R-Minn., has introduced the Faster Labor Contracts Act, which would mandate binding arbitration if employers and unions fail to reach a contract agreement within 120 days. ABC President and CEO Michael Bellaman said the measure…
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Vantage Builders Donates $50K to Fisher House Boston
Vantage Builders, Inc., a commercial contractor celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025, hosted its fourth annual Vantage Builders fore Charity Golf Classic tournament, with 100 golfers taking part in the shotgun tournament held at Franklin Country Club on August 11. The tournament raised $50,000 for this year’s charitable partner, Fisher House Boston. Fisher House Boston is dedicated…
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Why I’m ignoring expert advice and not removing ladybirds in the house
Ladybirds are usually considered a welcome sight in gardens, but they can be just as beneficial indoors, especially when it comes to protecting houseplants from aphids. Aphids are the unwelcome guests that can quickly turn a thriving indoor garden into a battleground. Common culprits include my beloved bird of paradise, yucca, spider plants, alocasia, calathea,…
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BIG REVEAL DAY: My Brother’s “River House” Textured, Modern Kitchen Is Done!!!
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Welcome to my brother’s new River House modern kitchen reveal. She is open, minimal, textural, and hyper-functional for their family of four. We LOVE how it turned out, and when you walk through the house, it flows so well with the design as a whole. The colors, textures, and minimalism keep everything calm while the…
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The River House Entry And Staircase Reveal (+ Why We Designed The Stairs This Way)
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This entry is not the infamous family drop zone, which makes me just so happy. I really love how the architect, Anne Usher, designed the layout of this house. There are two exterior entrances that lead to the mudroom (up the garage stairs and up the side of the house), allowing the front door entry…
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Team News: A Big Magazine Spread Of My Brother’s House And A Recap Of Our Team Retreat!!
Y’all. My brother’s river house has a 10-page spread in the October Better Homes & Gardens issue!!! I was terrified to pick it up, TBH. Here’s how it works (at least here’s how I do it). I shoot these projects and create a big old pitch deck to send out to the magazine that I…