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People Prefer Renovation Over Buying New House

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Diana Clement: Top 10 things to affect value of your home

A home is most Kiwis' biggest investment. Much of its value is determined by local market conditions. There are ways, however, to enhance (or depress) that value.I know that suggesting a home is an "investment" irritates people...

Your views on the news: Snow 'chaos', A-level standards and benefits attacks

A look at what Guardian readers are saying about news stories this week - including the snow 'chaos' across the UK, A-level standards and stories of attacks of those on benefits Tackling energy bills There was a largely positive response from readers to Which? and 38Degrees campaign to lower energy bills by encouraging bulk buying . Peter4321 writes: If it's a large enough group, could Which run ...

Archdiocese is big Bucks landowner

A lifelong Catholic, Christine Ochadlick said she has been driven from her house of worship by the purchase of a house for two of its priests.

Civics Central: Shelter open house canceled, school boundaries and more

Civics Central: Shelter open house canceled, school boundaries and more The Salt Lake Tribune Published Jan 31, 2012 03:54PM MDT Here’s your weekly roundup of what local city councils, school boards and other government entities are tackling during regularly scheduled meetings. All meetings are open to the public, and citizens are welcome to voice their opinions during designated times. If you ...

Donald Trump will fit right in on Pennsylvania Avenue

How is Donald Trump NOT perfect for D.C.? He’s got the persistence of a lobbyist, the family money of a past president or two, the shamelessness of a scandal-plagued senator, the marital track record of at least one former House speaker (ahem) and the self-promotional drive that draws so many of America’s student council presidents to the nation’s capital. Read full article >>

Janet Besheer on real estate: Buying versus renting

Buying a house isn’t for everyone, but it can be the most rewarding purchase a person ever makes. There are several things to consider before making the decision to buy.

Home & Garden: Property Tips — When to buy? When to rent?Published Jan. 29, 2012

JANET BESHEER

Debt aversion behind remodeling and cocooning by homeowners

According to federal estimates, owners of existing homes are spending more on renovations than people are spending on buying new homes.

Is property better than a pension for your retirement nest egg?

Britons are turning their backs on pensions in record numbers even though the main alternatives Isas and buy-to-let lack the generous tax relief that pension contributions attract.