Ownership of Home as Investment Compared With Securities
An article based on Albert W. Atwood in Barron s argues many should not own homes especially the very young and those with unstable income. It notes home ownership offers intangible returns and personal worth beyond financial gains and highlights a key advantage over securities: a house goal that motivates savings.
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Albert W. Atwood
Barron's
Federal Housing Administration
Atwood
Urge Gare In The Selection Of Home Fixtures
Aimed at FHA insured mortgages, the article urges buyers to consider needs and practicality in bathroom fixtures. It notes a shift toward lower, modern bathtubs and stresses utility and harmony in shapes sizes and colors, advising avoidance of unusual designs unless clearly useful and appealing.
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Urge Gare
Home ownership as a strongest thrift incentive
The passage argues that stopping mid payments to spend money underscores home ownership as a powerful thrift motivator. It contends that housing and securities are not alternatives but complementary investments, with home ownership boosting financial discipline.
Roof Care Tips for Winter and Spring
Homeowners should inspect roofs for damage after freezing and thawing especially on older roofs. Look for missing or curled shingles, protruding nails, and faulty flashing from ground or attic after rain. If faults are found call a roofer for inspection and consider fire resistant reroofing options with possible FHA funded loans.
Kitchen Layout Principles for Efficient Home Design
Federal Housing Administration officials advise prospective buyers to plan kitchens for efficient workflow. They describe a sequence of storage, refrigeration, prep, cooking, serving, and washing with an oblong layout and good lighting and cross ventilation to remove heat and odors.
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Federal Housing Administration
Molded Wall Molding Hides Cracks Around Baths
Unsightly cracks around bathtubs and showers are concealed by a molding manufactured for this purpose. The molding comes in a range of sizes and finishes to suit bathroom decor.
Built-In Bookcases Offer High Utility and Style
Built in bookcases can serve as decorative focal points or disrupt harmony if misaligned with the room. They work well with molding rims, paneled walls, and recessing or extending walls to suit the shelves. Harmony with architecture is key, using windows, wall shapes, and fireplaces effectively. Homeowners can install under FHA Property Improvement Credit Plan with funds from FHA qualified lenders.
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Federal Housing Administration
FHA
Nerves And Decibels in Acoustic Health
Acoustical engineers explain decibels as the unit of noticeable loudness. A quiet home runs about 30 decibels, 50 decibels is not disturbing, while over 70 decibels risks health. Acoustic treatment consistently lowers the decibel reading in a room.
Tarnish proof aluminum alloy molding kit with bonding compound
A tarnish proof aluminum alloy molding kit includes all required angles and a bonding compound to secure the molding in place. The package provides complete assembly details for durable installation.
Tips On Home Improvement Concepts and Projects
A guide on practical home upgrades from umbrella racks and door fittings to wood window putty care. It covers varnish and floor staining in colonial homes, wall color accents, shrub protection during painting, choosing skilled contractors, and a resident’s DIY filing-system makeover. The Red Sea fact is noted at article end.
Piers Should Be Checked Closely for House Safety
Advice urges homeowners to inspect pier foundations and porch supports for plumbness and settlement. Check brick tile or concrete joints for cracks and solid mortar. Settling piers can lead to structural settling in the house itself.
Worn Extension Cords Warned as Fire Hazard
A brief safety notice urges prompt replacement of worn extension cords and electrical fixtures. The advisory notes risks from overloaded or frayed cords and stresses replacing cords where the wires bend at entry points or outer coverings wear thin.
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Dows
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