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Less Than Half of All U.S. Counties are Affordable for Homeownership

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From there, the cost of mortgage payments, taxes, and insurance were calculated. Counties deemed unaffordable are those with housing costs exceeding 28% of the average household income. The largest metros where homeownership remains affordable on average are Chicago, Houston, Philadelphia, Cleveland, and Tampa. .

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The 40 Best Construction Podcasts

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ACE On The House – Adam Carolla show. The Lien Zone. A team of construction lawyers provides knowledge about different legal issues in the construction industry such as construction and engineering contracts, mechanics’ liens, insurance. Build your house yourself University. Build your dream house.

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After Sandy: New Report Looks At Mitigating Climate Change Through Land Use

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Candid insights and observations from these experts formed the basis for After Sandy , a comprehensive, practical set of 23 recommendations focused on four areas—land use and development; infrastructure, technology and capacity; finance, investment and insurance; and leadership and governance. “This is about more than rebuilding. .

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Innovation Is Thriving In Arizona

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While the national average of per-capita income going to taxes is 9.9 In addition, Arizona’s taxes on property, gas and personal income remain low compared to the rest of the country. Zoned mixed-use/commercial. Located in an amenity-rich area with high-quality housing choices and top performing schools.

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Florida: A Warm Climate For Business Growth

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Florida is working on legislative, fiscal and marketplace initiatives such as insurance tort reform, targeted industry incentives and many more. Business dollars go a lot farther in Florida given the state’s tax advantages, tax exemptions and no state personal income tax. percent) fueled by expanding hospitality and housing markets.

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H&A Public Incentive Legislation Update

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Brewer signed House Bill 2815 to encourage investment in small businesses, start-ups, and incentivize the location of corporate headquarters in Arizona. Quinn signed into a law a bill that extends the life span of enterprise zones for 25 years. The first group of the State’s enterprise zones was set to expire in 2013.

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Builder of the Year Ivory Homes' Innovation Agenda

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Instead, Clark Ivory reassumed his CEO duties and set a bold, uncharted course to diversify the company’s successful semi-custom, move-up home legacy to include affordable housing for an increasing underserved segment of buyers. Design Within Reach—Exploring Attainable Housing Options. See past Builder of the Year winners. and Outward.