New Home Trends - 06/16/10 09:26 PM
RISMEDIA, June 16, 2010-The size of new single-family homes completed declined last year, dropping to a nationwide average of 2,438 square feet, according to detailed information about the characteristics of new homes completed in 2009 that was released recently by the Census Bureau.
After increasing continually for nearly three decades, the average size of single-family homes completed in the United States peaked at 2,521 square feet in 2007. It was essentially flat in 2008, then dropped in 2009, so that new single-family homes were almost 100 square feet smaller in 2009 than in 2007.
"We also saw a decline in the … (2 comments)

Tips For Buying New Construction Homes - 06/03/10 06:33 PM
Most people will make one of the largest purchases they will make in their lifetimes when they buy a home. New homes fall into a special category and this article will focus on new home buying tips in this article, although many of these tips can equally be applied to any home purchase.
 Newly built homes, often in recently-developed communities, are regaining popularity and are more affordable than in years past. New homebuilders are using desirable, open floor plans and are helping buyers get into new homes despite the nationwide credit crunch. As with any major transaction, it’s critical that the … (3 comments)