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Welcome to the 2018 Regional Home & Garden Show! The Home Builders Association is pleased to present the largest garden and home improvement show in Southeast Washington. Whether your interest is in home remodeling or fix-ups, garden and outdoor living or new home construction, you will find the products and the experts at this show. In addition to more than 200 exhibits, the Blue Mountain District of the Washington Federation of Garden Clubs will be presenting The Wizard of Oz- A Standard Flower Show. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to take a stroll through TRAC’s versatile arena which has been transformed into an exciting landscape and outdoor living display area featuring a variety of ponds and waterfalls. The HBA supports many local charitable organizations and projects throughout the year—including the Salvation Army’s Food Bank. In order to help them restock their shelves, we are offering $1 off admission with the donation of a non-perishable food item. The HBA would like to thank our premier sponsor Rick’s Custom Fencing & Decking; our media sponsors NBC Right Now, 94.9 The Wolf and the TriCity Herald; and Seminar Room Sponsor iDream Mattress. You have been great to work with and we do appreciate your participation and support! Another huge thank you goes to the outstanding exhibitors in this show. The quality of the exhibits and the professionalism displayed by these fine businessmen and women will speak for itself. They make this show one of the best in the entire Northwest! See you this weekend! Kyle LaPierre, President, Home Builders Association of Tri-Cities Duane LaPierre, Chairman, 2018 Regional Home & Garden Show
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Advice on Financing Your First Home
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uying your first house is very exciting. But financing your home purchase can be a daunting experience. In both cases, do your research and shop carefully to ensure you find exactly what you want and need. Deciding how much to spend on your home and which type of mortgage will work best for you — as well as understanding the settlement process — can be confusing. However, there are many sources that can
help you get prepared well before you step foot into a sales office, model home or open house. • Get familiar with the lingo. • Figure out what you can actually afford to pay on a monthly basis. Remember that, in addition to the monthly principal and interest, you will also pay into escrows for property taxes, hazard insurance and possibly a home owners' or condominium association assessment. You have more knowledge about your living expenses than a lender. Hold firm with that number and
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don’t be tempted to agree to an amount higher than what you are comfortable spending. Mortgage calculators are a great way to figure out what your monthly payments would be based on interest rates and down payment amounts. Calculators can be found on most real-estatefocused websites. • Pay down your debts. Credit card debt limits what you qualify for from a lender. Lenders want to see a total debt service ratio that is less than 40% of your monthly income. • Attend a first-time home buying seminar or talk to a credit counselor who does not work for a lender. You can research your options without being influenced by someone who has a financial interest in the home or loan you choose. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers free housing counseling and seminars. • Check out government resources. HUD also has a helpful web page, Common Questions from First-time Homebuyers, which provides additional resources for first-time buyers, including special financing options and HUD programs. • Select your lender and get pre-approved. When you have done your research and are ready to move on to the next step, visit a lender, understand the loan choices that would be available to you, and, once you’ve determined the most suitable loan, get pre-approved for that loan. Since you will already know how much money you can borrow, you will know what price range you should look at and can move quickly if you are bidding on a house that has several interested buyers. A lender’s pre-approval would still be subject to a final verification of your credit and a satisfactory appraisal, but it’s a big step toward becoming a home owner.
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Condos Coming Into Their Own
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o longer considered just a second-choice option for home buyers who can’t afford a house, condominiums are giving the single-family home a run for its money as the primary preference for many new home buyers. Shifting Lifestyles Changing lifestyles of Americans are often cited as the reason there are many more home buyers than ever before choosing condominium units over houses. Demographics that are on the increase include single professionals, divorcees, partners without children and active retirees. Buyers who no longer need to factor in a yard or school district when they choose a home are not restricting themselves to traditional housing options. Condo Myths Debunked Also helping to increase growth in the condominium market is the collapse of the myth that they are inferior in construction, with thin walls and low-grade carpet. Today’s new condos often have gourmet kitchens with top-notch appliances and come standard with high-end materials such as cherry wood floors and cabinets and granite or marble counters and vanity tops. Another advance in condo development is the increased focus on sound-proofing units so a condo owner may be living in a building with hundreds of other people, but feel that they are in their own private,
quiet oasis. Builders are combating noise issues by increasing the amount of drywall or using concrete or brick between units. Architects are helping reduce noise impact by designing buildings so that bedrooms in one unit do not share a wall with a higher-noise room such as a kitchen or laundry in the adjoining unit. Windows are also most often the way that noise travels in and out of rooms. To ease this frustration, builders may install double-paned windows with a high Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating which usually falls between 28 and 35 (single-paned windows have a STC rating of 20). Hassle-Free, Convenient Living Home owners who enjoy the outdoors but don’t have the time or interest in maintaining a big yard find the perfect balance with green spaces on roofs and terraces of condominium buildings. Condo developments may also provide lifestyle-friendly features such as swimming pools, fitness centers and media rooms. Condos are also often located for quick access to restaurants, stores and cultural events without the need for a car. Condo living is no longer just for big cities like New York and Los Angeles, either. The condo trend is growing all over the country, including secondary markets like St. Louis and Minneapolis. When you are making the decision to buy a new home, don’t count out a condominium. Your options will open up and you may find yourself enjoying this different way of life!
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our 80-year-old aunt is coming to stay for a few days. You're looking forward to the visit, but realize your home may not be entirely "older-generation" friendly. To help enhance the safety and comfort of your visitor, especially one who may have some of the physical challenges that come with aging, here are a few quick and inexpensive things you can do to make the time less stressful for you and more comfortable for your guest: Consider pathways in the house. Clear obstacles, and maybe even move furniture that a person usually has to maneuver around. Move any electrical cords that are where a person might walk – perhaps taping them to a wall or using a hook. Clear stairs of any objects—shoes, books, and other personal items that tend to collect on the lower treads. Also check that railings on stairs inside and out are secure, and make repairs where needed. Lighting is crucial. Put night lights in bathrooms, the guest bedroom, any hallways near the guest bedroom, and perhaps in the kitchen. Make sure there is a lamp or light switch within easy reach of the guest bed so that your visitor can keep a light on until safely tucked in. Well-lit outdoor walkways and entrances are also key for coming or going when it is dark.
Be sure the shower your guest will use has a non-slip floor. To enhance the traction, apply non-slip strips or a suction-attached nonslip mat, both readily available at home improvement stores. Secure or, preferably, remove any throw rugs, including bathroom mats. Edges of rugs can be a tripping hazard, and even a slight scoot can affect a person’s balance. If there are rugs you want to secure rather than remove, non-slip pads can help, but safer still would be to apply double-sided carpet tape or even caulk to attach the rug to the floor. If you choose one of these methods, be mindful that you don't mar the floor underneath. Identify seating in your gathering rooms that is appropriately firm, high in the seat, and preferably that has arms to help a person easily sit down and get up. A chair that is too soft or too low to the ground can strand a person awkwardly. If in doubt about the available seating in the room, bring a dining chair with arms into the room as an alternative. If you are considering other more long-term home modifications for aging in place, be sure to consult a remodeler or contractor who is a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist.
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ustom homes stand out from the crowd. They are one-of-a-kind, upscale creations that come with luxury upgrades and unique architectural design. In addition to flexibility in home design and architecture, buyers typically choose their ideal location and environment. As a result, custom home design often incorporates elements of the local landscape, whether that is a view of the ocean, a natural stream, or the distinct colors and plants of a desert landscape. Differences between Custom & Production Homes While production builders build communities by restricting design to a group of preselected home types on lots they have picked and purchased themselves, custom builders tend to build on land owned by the customer and start fresh with each design. Production builders typically construct a large number of homes throughout the year; these may offer a variety of options, but production builders generally do not use construction plans other than the ones selected by the building firm. Custom builders spend more time on each project and often work on fewer than 10 homes a year.
Trends Green Building Concern for the environment is growing among U.S. households— and so are energy costs. Because of this, many custom builders are embracing green building techniques. Features like solar panels, watersaving appliances, insulation to improve heating efficiency and the use of renewable or recycled building materials are all popular techniques to improve a home’s efficiency. Custom builders allow buyers to include a wide range of green products and give them the opportunity to weigh each cost and benefit to create a home that is stylish, comfortable, but also eco-friendly.
New Amenities Today, home owners like to see features that will improve their life-
style through health, entertainment or comfort. In this way, custom homes really set themselves apart from the competition. Yoga studios, resistance pools and fitness rooms can be added to encourage healthy living; game rooms, theaters and even a bowling alley can be added for fun; and for comfort, breezy, screened-in porches or warm hearths can make your home feel cozy and welcoming. Custom amenities are also taking a turn to the world of tech. In a world where there’s an app for everything, buyers are beginning to expect a custom home to do more and be “smarter.” Nowadays you can control many features in your home using a phone, including energy usage, security systems, lighting and even the music playing in each room.
Multigenerational Living Whether it’s aging parents moving in with their adult children or young adults living back with mom and dad, multigenerational households have specific needs when it comes to a home. Custom builders are seeing an increasing need to tailor homes to this lifestyle. A recent Pew Research Center study shows that 39% of adults ages 18 to 34 have had to move in with their parents. In the same year, the U.S. Census reported that 4.3 million out of 76 million households were made up of at least three generations. Multigenerational families often build homes that include the traditional mother-in-law suite or even feature a locked-off living space within the home. These apartment-style spaces can have their own kitchenette, full bathroom and living areas to provide a sense of privacy and independence.
Universal Design As the country grows older and many baby boomers look to retirement, Universal Design (UD) features are an ever-growing priority for many custom buyers and builders. UD is used to ensure that features like wider doors, lower countertops and fewer stairs are used to create a home that everyone can enjoy comfortably. An accessible home allows owners to age in place, prolonging their ability to stay in the house independently and can also increase value by opening the market to any future buyer, despite age, stature or ability.
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hen you're thinking about buying a new home, selecting the right home builder is a key step in creating the home of your dreams. You should feel comfortable asking a potential home builder every question that you think is important. And, a professional builder or sales representative will want to make you a happy and satisfied home owner. Besides the questions of "How much does it cost?," and "When can we move in?," here are some other questions you should ask: • Will the builder give you references of recent buyers/occupants? • Does the builder have a financing plan established? • • • • • • • •
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Are there options in the floor plan — for example, can a basement or deck be added? Can a room such as the basement be left unfinished? How much "customizing" can be done versus standard features? Can appliances be up- or down-graded? Are there any additional fees relating to the home or development? Will there be a home owners’ association? If so, what will the dues cost and what do they cover? Does the builder offer a warranty program? Does the price include landscaping? What if the plants die within a year?
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Room Painting 101
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eady for a new look in your home, but don’t have a budget for a big remodel? There’s nothing faster or more economical to give your home a quick update than by painting your rooms a new color. A well-planned and executed paint job can make a room look larger or cozier, can accent features or hide flaws, or reflect your own personal flair. Here are some tips to help make your painting project a success.
Choose the Right Color Go to a paint or home improvement store and get swatches of colors to take home. Select a lot of options, chances are the florescent lights in the store will make the colors look completely different than they will in your home. See how you like the colors on different walls and in different lighting conditions — early morning sun, midday and nighttime lamplight — to make sure you're happy with your final choice. Another option is to paint a few colors on your walls. Many companies offer sample sizes in either a selection of popular colors, or in any color they offer. These samples cost much less than a full gallon and give you the opportunity to try them out on the wall before spending a lot of money.
Select an Appropriate Finish Choose a paint finish depending on how the room or surface will be used: • A flat or matte finish helps conceal flaws and absorbs light in well-lit rooms. • Satin or eggshell finishes are a good choice for high-traffic areas such as foyers, family rooms, kitchens and bathrooms because they clean more easily than flat or matte paint. • Baseboards, molding and railings look best in a semi-gloss finish, which is a shiny finish that is the easiest to clean and provides a contrast to the walls. Many paint companies also now offer “all-in-one” paints that already contain primer. These enable you to paint over a darker paint color or area that’s been repaired with patching compound without having to apply a coat of primer before the paint.
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Prepare the Room Give yourself adequate space to maneuver while you paint and protect your valuable furniture and belongings. Move as much of the room’s contents as you can either out of the room or away from the walls. Cover whatever is going to stay and the floor, especially where it meets the walls, with old sheets or plastic tarps. Next, remove the switch plates and electrical outlet covers. It’s easier than trying to cover them with painter's tape and definitely looks better — and is safer — than just painting over them. Don’t forget to repair nail holes, dents or chipped spots with a patching compound. If you have any doubt about your ability to paint a perfectly straight line, or you don’t have a very steady hand, use painters tape to protect features you don’t want paint to get on. This could include baseboards, window and door trim, and where the wall meets the ceiling or crown molding. Make sure the tape adheres properly by running a finger or mixing stick along the tape. Clean the walls with a mild detergent solution or wipe them with a damp lint-free cloth to remove cobwebs and dust that will cause blemishes in your paint. Vacuum or dust the room to make sure dust or animal hair doesn’t get in your paint and on your walls. Now you're ready to make a colorful change!
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utdoor living spaces are an "essential design trend" for homes nationwide, according to judges for the Best in American Living Awards, an annual National Association of Home Builders competition, and continue to be on many home buyer and renters’ musthave lists. Adding a front porch to your home has become increasingly important, whether you are remodeling or selling your home. The front porch was described as a “transitional space between the private world of the family and the public realm of the street,” by Andrew Jackson Downing, a well known 19th century landscaper. While the purpose of a porch may have evolved from a place to drink sweet tea and gossip to a place where families sit to enjoy a meal or the sunset together, the fact still remains that a porch is an essential and desired feature for many home owners. Here are some things to think about when planning the construction of your new porch.
Size The porch is an accessory, so it shouldn’t overwhelm the main structure of the house. It should, however, be large enough to look like part of your home instead of an afterthought. Think about what you want to use your porch for. If you envision dining al fresco with your family during warm-weather months, you will want a porch that is at least 8-10 feet deep to accommodate a good-sized table and chairs. However, if you just want to place a loveseat or a couple of chairs on your porch, somewhere around 6 feet deep should be sufficient.
Location If your home has the flexibility, the side of your home your porch is on is important. A south-facing porch will take advantage of the sun’s heat, but could also get uncomfortable during the summer. If the idea of cocktails at sunset is appealing, place your porch facing west. Early risers may want maximum light to read the paper and sip coffee with a porch facing east.
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Don’t forget about accessing the porch from the home, and what design impact that may have on the interior rooms. For example, you may want to install French or sliding glass doors from the living room or kitchen to create an entrance to the porch.
Features To ensure aesthetic continuity, try to use the same materials to build your porch as are used in the home, especially the exterior surfaces. This includes coordinating millwork and other design motifs so that your new porch looks like a continuation of the rest of your home. You should also take into account any other factors that could affect the enjoyment of your new porch. Consider installing screens if you live where there are lots of flying insects, or glass windows so you can extend the use of your porch into cooler months. If you plan to use the porch during the night hours, make sure you install either sufficient lighting or outlets for lamps. A ceiling fan is a good idea to make the space more comfortable in warm temperatures. Use social media for some inspiration. Pinterest will have some great ideas of ways you can decorate your porch, and of how to make it look more inviting. If you aren’t ready to decorate your porch right away, pin the pictures to your board and come back to them later. Instagram is also another resource you can use to get ideas of how to stylize your new porch. Before you know it, you and your family can begin to relax and enjoy the summer season from the comfort of your new porch—or have an attractive feature to offer to buyers.
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