Bucks County Realtor® Adds Shipping Container Addition to House

Derek John, a member of the Bucks County Association of Realtors®, recently added a shipping container addition to his existing home and shares the challenges and benefits of doing so.  “It’s called a ‘non-hazardous material’ container,” John explains, meaning the container has never been used to st

What’s the Biggest Home Repair Stressor in Pennsylvania?

Owning a home is a big achievement, but it can also be stressful. Sixty-four percent of homeowners say that homeownership is stressful, according to a recent survey by American Home Shield.  Home repairs are especially stressful for many, as 74% said they worry about affording repairs, and 69% said

75% of Americans Attempt DIY Projects

Do-it-yourself projects rose to 81% during the pandemic, but are people still taking home maintenance into their own hands?   The answer is yes, according to a recent survey by Ruby Home Luxury Real Estate, which found that 75% of homeowners attempt DIY projects. They remain a popular way to get hom

Do Bigger Homes Result in More Happiness?

Part of the traditional American dream is owning a big house, and data shows that homes in the U.S. have grown bigger, despite households getting smaller. But what size homes do Americans really want, and is bigger always better?  The average newly built U.S. home now includes more than 940 square f