Appraising, Cleveland Area, Construction

Can You Print Me a Bungalow? A Look at 3D-Printed Homes (and What They Mean for Value)

Have you heard of 3D printed houses? In this article I discuss how they work and what appraisers need to consider when appraising them.

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Cape Cod vs. Bungalow: A Tale of Two Architectural Styles

In Northeast Ohio, there are many Cape Cod and bungalow-style homes. Honestly, they are so similar in many ways that one often gets confused with the other. I know I've confused the two myself. Honestly, I've not seen a distinction in value between the two home styles. Though both styles prioritize charm and practicality, there… Continue reading Cape Cod vs. Bungalow: A Tale of Two Architectural Styles

Appraising, Construction

Whatโ€™s That Box on the Roof? The Cupola and Its Cooling Comeback

Ever driven past an old farmhouse or barn and noticed a little box perched right at the peak of the roof? Sometimes it has windows, sometimes it has louvers, and every now and then, itโ€™s topped with a weather vane doing its best impression of a compass. That little rooftop addition is called a cupola,… Continue reading Whatโ€™s That Box on the Roof? The Cupola and Its Cooling Comeback