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Michele Lerner

Michele Lerner is an award-winning freelance writer, editor and author who has been writing about real estate, personal finance and business topics for more than two decades.

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New Home, New Maintenance Routines

October 23, 2019 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Just because you buy a new home doesn’t mean you’re 100 percent free of home maintenance. Here are some tips to keep your home in great condition throughout its lifetime.

New Home, New Maintenance RoutinesRead More

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Porches are the New Decks

October 23, 2019 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Explore the latest trends and designs of beautiful porches found in the layouts of new construction homes.

Porches are the New DecksRead More

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Single Women are Snapping Up New Homes

September 7, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Single women have become the second largest homebuyer demographic in the US. They love the convenience, savings, and security new homes provide.

Single Women are Snapping Up New HomesRead More

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Understanding Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) for Purchase Loans

November 25, 2019 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Home Equity Conversion Mortgages helps Baby Boomers finance the purchase of their new retirement home.

Understanding Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) for Purchase LoansRead More

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Getting a Mortgage With Student Loan Debt

September 15, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Don’t let your student loans hold you back from homeownership. NewHomeSource breaks down how you can get a mortgage with student debts.

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Lennar is Paying Student Loans to Help Millennials Purchase Homes

October 18, 2019 //  by Michele Lerner 1 Comment

Lennar Homes helps first-time homebuyers on their journey to homeownership by helping pay off student loans.

Lennar is Paying Student Loans to Help Millennials Purchase HomesRead More

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How to Make Sure You Qualify for a Home Loan

October 18, 2019 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Getting your finances in order and planning ahead makes your loan approval process less of a hassle. NewHomeSource helps you take the necessary steps to get your home loan approved.

How to Make Sure You Qualify for a Home LoanRead More

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New Home 101: The Basics of Newly Built Homes

October 29, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Before you start your journey to homeownership on the right foot. NewHomeSource’s guide to the basics of home shopping gives you all the information you need.

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New Home 101: Why Buy a Newly Built Home

September 16, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner 2 Comments

Learn why you should buy a new construction home when you start your journey to homeownership.

New Home 101: Why Buy a Newly Built HomeRead More

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New Home 101: Building Your New Home

August 3, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner 2 Comments

NewHomeSource has a complete guide to the home building process. Everything you need to know about what happens when you build your house.

New Home 101: Building Your New HomeRead More

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New Home 101: Buying Your New Home

February 25, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner 2 Comments

NewHomeSource has a handy guide to buying your new home from starting the shopping process to everything about financing.

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New Home 101: Designing Your Dream Home

February 25, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Now that you’ve chosen a lot, a builder, and a home plan, it’s time to learn all things design, so you can move into a home that fits your life.

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New Home 101: Shopping for Your New Home

September 14, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

If you’re thinking about buying a new construction home, NewHomeSource has a guide for managing your search for the perfect house.

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New Home 101: Glossary of Terms

February 25, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

If you’re shopping for a new home, there are a lot of confusing terms. NewHomeSource has a guide to some of the terms you’ll come across while shopping for a house.

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New Home 101: Moving Into Your New Home

June 8, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

No matter how much you love your new home, nobody likes moving. NewHomeSource has moving tips that will make your move a little more bearable.

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The Future is Here: Smarter Shopping for a New Home

October 29, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

NewHomeSource discusses some of the ways modern technology, like big data, AI innovations, chatbots, and more are aiding consumers shopping for new homes.

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Building a New Home on an Infill Lot

May 29, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Finding a newly built home in the heart of a city can be challenging, but building a custom home on an infill lot may be the solution you’re looking for.

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TV Shows to Inspire Tiny House Living

February 12, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

TV can be a great source of inspiration for tiny living, but a lot isn’t shown on screen. Here are six shows to dive into, and what to keep in mind while you’re watching.

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Sensors for Safety and Savings

August 13, 2019 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Technology to improve safety and wellbeing in homes is developing at a rapid pace. Read more to learn about how the latest technology is changing lives.

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Tech Support for New Home Owners

September 4, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

With tech features in homes becoming common, homebuilders take a close look at the customer experience and providing support for new home owners.

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Baby Boomers Who Upsize for Retirement

May 29, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Not all baby boomers want to downsize when they retire. Learn why you might want to upsize when you start your golden years.

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Condo and Townhome Lifestyle without the Extra Noise

August 16, 2019 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Townhome and condo communities can mean friendly neighbors, but that can lead to more noise. Here are some tips to reduce sound when living in close quarters.

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New Amenities on the Horizon in Multifamily Homes

August 16, 2019 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Explore exciting amenities that are now appearing in new condo and townhome communities around the country.

New Amenities on the Horizon in Multifamily HomesRead More

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What Builders are Doing to Attract First-Time Buyers to New Homes

August 16, 2019 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Research shows that in the coming decade, home buyers — particularly millennials — are looking for flexibility and affordability. Here’s what homebuilders are doing to meet their needs.

What Builders are Doing to Attract First-Time Buyers to New HomesRead More

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12 Home Storage & Organization Tips from the 2019 International Builders Show

April 29, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Home organization is in with home buyers so no surprise it was a popular topic at the 2019 International Builders’ Show. We found 12 home storage tips at IBS that you’ll want to use in your home.

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Trending: New Condos of All Sizes

August 14, 2019 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Instead of typical new 2-bed, 2-bath condos, more developers are building super tiny condos or super large ones in response to buyers’ changing needs.

Trending: New Condos of All SizesRead More

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7 Design Trends Showcased in the 2019 New American Home

April 29, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

The New American Home at the International Builders’ Show is a home design showcase filled with the latest features and technology. We look at 7 design trends in the house coming to newly built homes soon.

7 Design Trends Showcased in the 2019 New American HomeRead More

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6 Bathroom Design Trends That Embrace Technology & Practicality

August 13, 2019 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Today’s bathroom design trends embrace technology, practicality, & plenty of wow factors. Let’s look at bathroom trends you’ll see in new homes soon.

6 Bathroom Design Trends That Embrace Technology & PracticalityRead More

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Virtual Reality: Visualize Your Way into a Custom Home

October 9, 2019 //  by Michele Lerner 1 Comment

Architects & builders frquently use VR to help clients visualize a custom home. Here’s how this technology helps turn that dream home into the real thing.

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5 Green Design Trends for Custom Homes

April 29, 2020 //  by Michele Lerner Leave a Comment

Many custom homebuilders are using trendy new eco-friendly materials. We look at 5 green home design trends that take sustainability to the next level.

5 Green Design Trends for Custom HomesRead More

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