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    • Builders Bulletin
    |   May 29, 2019

    June 2019 Builders Bulletin: Housing Inventory Up YOY But Still Below Two Months

    April marked the second month in a row in King County and the third consecutive month in Snohomish County that the month’s supply of housing inventory was below two months.
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    • Remodel
    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Homeowners
    |   May 23, 2019

    When Remodeling, Patience is Key

    Horror stories usually start with the same misguided approach: we know most of what we want, so let’s just start and figure out the rest as we go. This may work well for some things in life, but improvisation is a terrible approach for a remodel.
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    • Maintain
    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Homeowners
    |   May 16, 2019

    Feng Shui Tips for Spring

    Create a positive experience in your home this spring with a touch of feng shui.
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    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Remodel
    • Homeowners
    |   May 9, 2019

    Breathing Easier: Maintaining Indoor Air Quality During a Remodel

    Microscopic particulates are a major concern during remodels. Putting in a new kitchen and bath or repurposing a space often requires some demolition, leading to drywall, wood, and concrete dust in the air. Before you start knocking down walls, here are some things to consider.
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    • Remodelers Council
    • Press Releases
    • MBAKS News
    |   May 6, 2019

    Press Release: King and Snohomish County Remodelers Win REX/T-REX Awards

    BELLEVUE, Wash.—May 4, 2019—The Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties (MBAKS) hosted their Remodeling/Trades Remodeling Excellence (REX/T-REX) Awards at the Seattle Design Center. Dozens of local remodeling companies attended the dinner event to enjoy an evening dedicated to celebrating gorgeous and innovative remodeling projects.
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    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Remodel
    • Homeowners
    |   May 2, 2019

    When Making Home Improvements, You Need a Master Plan

    You may be tempted to remodel your entire home at once, but it will be better for your checkbook and peace of mind if you prioritize and plan projects over time.
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    • Case Studies
    |   Apr 30, 2019

    TC Legend: 5-Star Zero Net Carbon Home

    This four-bedroom, Built Green® 5-Star certified home from TC Legend Homes sits at the base of Mount Si in beautiful North Bend. It is constructed from Structural Insulated Panels, ensuring an air-tight envelope with minimal thermal bridging.
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    • Builders Bulletin
    |   Apr 26, 2019

    May 2019 Builders Bulletin: Building Permits Down in Region

    Housing data contained in the latest Builders Bulletin show single-family and multifamily permits are down in the three-county Puget Sound region through February 2019, compared to the first two months of 2018.
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