Men and women fall in love with a home differently

SAN JOSE, Calif. – Feb. 11, 2014 – Realtor.com® released the results of its Home Crush Survey, which studied the way men and women react to homes on the market. Realtor.com defined a “home crush” as a listing that a consumer likes and looks at more than once online or in person. The survey ran…

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Dreambuilder receives 2014 Best of Houzz Award

Annual Survey and Analysis of 16 Million Monthly Users Reveals Top-Rated Building, Remodeling and Design Professionals Jacksonville, FL, February 4, 2014 – Dreambuilder Custom Homes has been awarded “Best Of Houzz” by Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The Jacksonville-based design/build firm was chosen by the more than 16 million monthly users that comprise the…

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Average rate on 30-yr loan at 4.23%

— Associated Press WASHINGTON – Feb. 7, 2014 – Average U.S. rates for fixed mortgages fell this week as the latest data continued to indicate a pause in the housing market’s recovery. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday the average rate for the 30-year loan declined to 4.23 percent from 4.32 percent last week. The…

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Dreambuilder is going to the IBS/KBIS next week

We are very exited to be attending the International Builders Show next week in Las Vegas, and also, for the first time, the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show which is taking place simultaneously. Over 100,000 industry professionals will be in attendance to see the latest products, construction techniques and design trends in the housing industry.…

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Houzz: A Home Built for Lego

Architecture…homes…Lego…what better combination?   Houzz Tour: A Home Built for Legos Remodeling, decorating, and more ∨ From Shabby Chic home decorations to contemporary furniture and the perfect wall mirror, browse thousands of decorating ideas to inspire your next home project. Browse inspiring bedroom design, then outfit your personal beds design, convertible futon ordaybed with designer…

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