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Building energy efficiency

Fundamental considerations when selecting high efficiency glazing to balance solar heat gain and daylighting needs.

This evergreen guide examines glazing options, evaluating performance metrics, environmental impacts, and cost considerations to help designers optimize daylighting while controlling unwanted solar heat gains for durable, energy-efficient buildings.

By Frank Miller

August 12, 2025

Mortgages & lending

How to use gifts for down payment while complying with mortgage lender documentation rules.

A practical guide for homebuyers that explains how to receive gift funds for a down payment and navigate lender documentation requirements, ensuring clarity, legality, and smooth underwriting throughout the process.

By Sarah Adams

August 11, 2025

Legal aspects of deals

Legal considerations when approaching community land trusts and shared equity homeownership models.

Navigating community land trusts and shared equity requires careful legal planning, clear purpose, transparent governance, and thoughtful agreement drafting to protect buyers, sellers, and the public interest over time.

By Daniel Harris

July 25, 2025

Construction technologies

Best practices for specifying durable and hygienic finishes in food service and healthcare facilities to simplify cleaning and control pathogens.

This evergreen article outlines practical, evidence-based approaches for selecting durable, hygienic interior finishes in food service and healthcare environments, focusing on cleanability, pathogen control, lifecycle costs, and compliant maintenance workflows.

By Joshua Green

July 22, 2025

Building energy efficiency

Strategies for improving attic and roof insulation in complex roof geometries while maintaining ventilation and structural integrity.

Effective approaches blend tailored materials, careful detailing, and continuous airflow management, ensuring durable comfort, energy savings, and robust roof systems across irregular geometries and challenging spaces.

By Sarah Adams

July 28, 2025

Building materials

How to select appropriate breathable and moisture regulating interior paints and varnishes for eco sensitive projects

In eco sensitive interiors, choosing breathable paints and varnishes that regulate moisture requires understanding material science, indoor air quality, lifecycle impacts, and practical application considerations to protect occupant health and structural integrity.

By Matthew Clark

July 21, 2025

Secondary market

How to assess resale property resale prospects when planning to incorporate renewable energy systems and storage.

Prospective buyers increasingly reward energy efficiency and on-site generation, yet resale value hinges on credible performance, cost balance, code compliance, and market alignment with evolving incentives and utility dynamics.

By Wayne Bailey

July 19, 2025

Mortgages & lending

How to choose mortgage acceleration methods that balance tax implications, emergency funds, and long-term goals.

In a constantly evolving financial landscape, selecting mortgage acceleration strategies requires weighing tax advantages, preserving emergency reserves, and aligning choices with your broader future plans to secure lasting wealth and stable housing costs.

By Samuel Perez

July 28, 2025

Real estate investing

How to evaluate the operational implications of mixed income housing on tenant services, subsidy administration, and property cash flows.

Mixed income housing operations demand a careful balance between tenant support services, subsidy flows, and the resulting cash flow profile, requiring rigorous assessment of administration costs, service alignment, and strategic budgeting.

By Brian Adams

July 24, 2025

Retail centers & offices

Guidance on acoustic design in open office spaces to balance collaboration, concentration, and privacy.

In today’s flexible work environments, thoughtful acoustic design shapes communication, focus, and personal space. This article explains practical strategies for balancing teamwork with quiet concentration, privacy, and overall comfort in open office settings.

By Thomas Moore

July 23, 2025

HOA/Condo associations

Steps to Create Effective Policies for Balcony and Patio Upgrades That Ensure Safety and Visual Harmony.

Homeowners associations seeking durable, fair rules must ground balcony and patio upgrade policies in safety, aesthetics, accessible processes, and proactive communication, balancing individual needs with community-wide harmony for lasting value.

By Alexander Carter

August 05, 2025

Buying an apartment

Important guidance for buyers evaluating apartments with mixed commercial uses on the ground floor and understanding impacts on odors, deliveries, and resident traffic.

When assessing apartments that sit above mixed-use ground floors, buyers should consider odor control, delivery logistics, foot traffic patterns, and tenant collaborations to ensure long-term comfort, safety, and value, while evaluating building rules and stakeholder communication.

By Patrick Roberts

July 21, 2025

Engineering systems

Practical approaches for retrofitting ducted systems to improve energy performance in existing commercial buildings.

Retrofitting ducted systems unlocks substantial energy savings in aging commercial buildings by enhancing heat transfer, optimizing airflow, and upgrading controls with practical, cost-conscious strategies that minimize disruption while maximizing performance.

By Anthony Gray

July 29, 2025

Development

Strategies for optimizing rooftop amenity programming to balance privacy, views, and communal gathering opportunities.

Rooftop amenities shape tenant appeal, occupancy dynamics, and urban livability; balancing privacy, panoramic views, and inviting communal spaces requires deliberate programming, adaptive zoning, and responsive design strategies that evolve with use patterns and seasons.

By Nathan Reed

July 18, 2025

Real estate investing

Techniques for assessing construction contingency needs to prevent budget shortfalls on renovation and development projects.

A disciplined approach to estimating contingencies blends historical data, risk evaluation, and dynamic budgeting to safeguard renovation and development projects from unexpected costs while maintaining project momentum and financial viability across varying scales and complexities.

By Michael Thompson

July 19, 2025

Commercial real estate

How to assess the market potential for destination retail concepts within larger commercial developments to create unique visitor draw and loyalty.

A practical, evidence-based framework helps developers identify destination retail concepts that attract foot traffic, extend dwell time, and foster lasting loyalty, turning mixed-use spaces into compelling, measurable visitor magnets.

By Michael Thompson

August 07, 2025

New builds

Practical tips for managing site security material theft and vandalism during the lengthy construction period of new residential build projects.

A practical, long-form guide aimed at developers, site managers, and security teams, detailing proven strategies to deter theft and vandalism on evolving residential sites through planning, technology, personnel, and community collaboration.

By Mark King

July 15, 2025

Contractor risks

Methods for conducting thorough due diligence on property titles and easements before beginning construction work.

A practical, evergreen guide detailing robust due diligence practices for property titles and easements, ensuring construction projects start on solid legal ground, avoiding costly interruptions, and protecting long-term investment value.

By Justin Walker

August 09, 2025

Secondary market

How to evaluate resale property resale prospects when improving interior finishes and staging to create a move in ready presentation that speeds resale and attracts offers.

Improving interior finishes and strategic staging can dramatically accelerate resale timelines by enhancing perceived value, reducing time on market, and attracting a broader pool of qualified buyers through compelling, move-in ready presentation strategies.

By Joseph Lewis

July 30, 2025

Secondary market

Strategies for evaluating resale property resaleability when integrating smart home infrastructure and reliable networking to meet modern buyer expectations and enhance perceived value.

Smart home integration and dependable networking influence resale value by aligning with contemporary buyer expectations, reducing perceived risk, and enhancing ongoing reliability; this evergreen guide explores evaluation strategies for resaleability.

By Charles Scott

August 04, 2025

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