Preparing Your Roof and Gutters for Winter
After a relatively mild summer for heat and rain, the fall and winter seasons may be more troublesome. Several forecasters have predicted colder-than-usual temperatures and more rain and snow squalls. In preparation, areas of your home will need special attention to avoid damage. Prior to bad weather, the roof and gutters should be high on…
The Yorkshire Featured on Better CT
The Yorkshire, By Carrier’s new development in Farmington, was recently featured on WFSB’s Better Connecticut! Our Vice President, Johnny Carrier, met with Scot Haney to walk through The Yorkshire model home. By Carrier Builders A short drive from UConn Health and West Hartford Center, the community of low-maintenance luxury townhomes not only have a great…
New Bill to Protect Seniors from Foreclosure
Reverse mortgages have come under intense scrutiny due to perceived abusive lending practices, particularly concerning seniors. Congress met after the publication of a special report conducted by USA Today, with help from Grand Valley State University and the McGraw Center for Business Journalism. The report showed borrowers being forced into foreclosure over property tax debts…
Why Have Rent Costs Increased?
Once upon a time, affordable rent costs kept many people from the long-term commitment of a mortgage. However, a recent report from the National Low-Income Housing Coalition shows that rents have gone up exponentially over the past 10 to 15 years. One-bedrooms that used to rent for $700 a month are now reaching highs of…