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Selling a House with Solar Panels is Fraught with Peril

Green Building Law Update

There are nearly 2 Million houses in the U.S. It can be perilous to fail to properly address rooftop solar panels at the time of sale of a house. That observed, many residential solar panel ‘leases’ contain language similar to, You agree that the solar panel system is the Company’s personal property under the Uniform Commercial Code.

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Selling a House with Solar Panels is Not for the Faint of Heart

Green Building Law Update

There are more than a Million houses in the U.S. It can be difficult if not dangerous to fail to properly address rooftop solar panels at the time of sale of a house. You understand and agree that this is a lease and not a sale agreement. with solar panels installed on the roof and that number is increasing.

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Selling a House with Solar Panels is Not for the Faint of Heart

Green Building Law Update

There are more than a Million houses in the U.S. It can be difficult if not dangerous to fail to properly address rooftop solar panels at the time of sale of a house. You understand and agree that this is a lease and not a sale agreement. with solar panels installed on the roof and that number is increasing.

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Is There a Future in Commercial Investment Properties for You?

Wolgast Corporation

Have you considered commercial investment properties to add to your portfolio? Cbre.com 2 identifies strength in retail (with price adjustments), industrial/logistics space, multifamily housing in downtown locations, and single-family rentals in the suburbs. So, there are opportunities available. What You Need to Know?

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Eric Wright wins £30m Lancaster Canal Quarter job

Construction Enquirer

The council has appointed Eric Wright under a pre-construction services agreement to collaborate with the design team under early contractor engagement protocols, taking a major step forward in making the ambitious housing vision a reality. Leonardgate surface car parks. Lancaster Canal Quarter masterplan

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What the Inflation Reduction Act Means for Home Builders

Pro Builder

“The final package is a mixed bag for housing and our members,” says Jim Tobin, the National Association of Home Builders’ ( NAHB ) chief lobbyist and EVP for government affairs. The IRA’s biggest flaw,” he adds, “is the lack of any money to alleviate the housing supply crisis.”. 2019 for commercial buildings, and net zero codes.

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What’s Behind the Softwood Lumber Price Spike?

Pro Builder

Lumber prices have increased more than 170% since mid-April, driving up housing costs and dampening residential construction’s contribution to an economic recovery. . Mill operators projected that housing would be adversely affected by the crisis and anticipated a large drop in demand. Wed, 09/30/2020 - 06:00. Building Materials.

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