Ralph's Blog

As states and counties around the country catch on to the latest environmental building craze it seems that going green is much more than just a passing fad. Here in Maryland, Baltimore County has developed its own website to assist builders and consumers understand how the county can help:  http...

1) Get pre-qualified or pre-approved by a lender or financial institution. It is better to use an in-state lender versus an out of state, on-line lender. Give a copy of your pre-qual letter or pre-approval letter to your realtor. 2) Do your own research and know where you want to live. Share this...

If you are considering new construction, you may want to include a Geothermal Exchange System to heat and cool your new home versus the traditional heat pump system. Basically, this system uses the temperature of the earth under your home to keep things cool in the summer and warm in the winter. ...

LEED stands for Leadership in Environmental Engineering and Design and is certified by the US Green Building Council to meet nationally accepted bench marks for design, construction and operation of Green Buildings. I personally feel it is important to learn about the latest trends in technology ...