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Ranch, colonial vs cape. Tell us your favorite architectural style.
When purchasing a new property it is very important that a buyer understands the costs related to maintaining the house. Some structural layouts are cost-effective while others may feel like a hole in your pocket. Personally, I prefer colonial and ranch homes over anything else that's available in metro New York area. These two styles may not look better than unique and contemporary styles but they are easy to use and energy cost is pretty low while comparing with the rest.
 
Ranch: is a local architectural style which took birth in the USA. First built in the 1920s, the ranch style was extremely popular with the booming post-war middle class of the 1940s to the 1970s. The ranch house is known for its lengthy, dense ground profile and minimalistic character that uses a few of both interior and exterior decors. Some older built homes might have issues with cold spots in winter but with proper renovations, such issues can be fixed easily. Raised ranch style homes are seeing an increase in demand in local markets around Long Island.
Colonial: Colonial homes have several characteristics that make them stand out. These homes are symmetrical, or square, and feature an entry door that can be found in the middle of ... more

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