Energy crisis likely to slow demand for big homes says NAHB
Ralph J Johnson of the NAHB predicts the energy crunch will not prompt a mass move to smaller homes but will raise costs and alter housing features. He foresees more insulation, double glazing, and solar options, with higher land prices near transit and urban areas.
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Ralph J Johnson
Research Foundation
National Association of Home Builders
NAHB
Johnson
Washington
Rehabbing in Chicago: a cheaper path to home ownership
Architect Gertrude Kerbis argues rehabilitating old Chicago buildings can be cheaper than new homes or suburban houses. She cites $30–$40 per square foot rehab costs, vs $65 for condos and $45 for suburban homes, and suggests careful area choice, professional surveys, budgets, and possible living in the building during work to manage costs and avoid urban blight.
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Chicago
UPI
Gertrude Kerbis
Ms Kerbis
Safety at home ladder tips from UNL extension on falls
A University of Nebraska Lincoln safety expert warns ladder misuse causes real hazards. Use sturdy ladders with level steps and secure braces, keep body erect while climbing, and avoid leaning. Extension ladders must extend beyond the work area and be placed with feet away from the wall, with careful handling near electrical wires.
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Lincoln
Rolhe Schmeder
University of Nebraska Lincoln
Schnieder
Consumer advice on credit insurance and home care tips
The article explains that credit insurance adds to loan costs and may cost more overall, suggesting term insurance for under 50s as a cheaper alternative. It also offers garden care tips for trips away, including weeding, mulching, pruning, harvesting, sharing produce, and proper spraying, plus thorough watering before departure.
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Credit Insurance
Ear piercing tips and recalls headline
Advice on safe ear piercing options noting risks of infection and the option of physician anesthesia for pain. Includes Ford recall of 77,000 1979 Econo line vans and Club Wagons for front brake hose wear and a separate recall of about 49,000 Fedders Climatrol heat pumps for faulty defrost switches with free repairs and possible refunds.
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Feneral
Ford
Ford Motor Co
Fedders
Federal Trade Commission
FTC
Fedders Corp Inc, Edison
Climatrol
6Th Street
Constitution Ave
Washington DC
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