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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1938
Page
7
The article stresses that painting and trim hide structural work and urges prioritizing structural soundness before cosmetic fixes. It notes financing options through FHA backed programs and warns against cutting coats or quality to save costs.
The excerpt emphasizes agreeing on wood grades finish methods and joinery before signing a contract. It warns that cutting costs should target non essential features first, rather than compromising core structural quality and fundamental soundness.
A list of repairs and improvements to commercial and miscellaneous buildings may be financed under the Property Improvement Credit Plan by the Federal Housing Administration. Items include built-in air conditioning, barns, bins, booths, burglar alarm systems, dust collectors, elevators, escalators, fire hose systems, sprinkler systems, stalls, and troughs.
More than 250 home shows will be held nationwide this year creating common ground for consumers industry and financing agencies. Originating from the first national home show in Baltimore two years ago the events display better construction materials equipment and designs aligned with the Federal Housing Administration. Several million persons are expected to attend.
A modern garage can be built under the Property Improvement Credit Plan of the Federal Housing Administration. The structure serves as a versatile asset, with options to store tools, convert to a roof terrace, or create an outdoor play area for children, enhancing the home’s value and utility.
The plan authorizes approved financial institutions to advance credit not exceeding 2500 dollars exclusive of charges to finance building new structures. The federal Housing Administration insures the institution against loss up to ten percent of the total loaned under this plan.
The article notes strong attendance at home shows in Detroit Philadelphia Baltimore Indianapolis St Louis Elizabeth Newark New York and Pittsburgh and forecasts 1938 events exceeding 250. It describes show features including model homes thirst for financing details and FHA displays offering guidance on purchasing and property improvement credits. Insurable loans cover structural strengthening but not machinery purchase and installation.
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