Preston and Lynn Simms aren't average homeowners. The two engineers took on the project of renovating their home to make it significantly more energy efficient in the Mount Rose area of King George, Virginia.

Homeowners looking to add more usable space to their home may want to consider looking into a basement renovation.

Potential homebuyers looking to move into their first property are often looking for an affordable option that still provides plenty of comfortable features.

"Winter is coming" is not only the popular phrase from the hit television show and novel series "Game of Thrones," but it can serve as a reminder for the coming season for people living in North America.

Following the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, many moneyed buyers were motivated to purchase self-sufficient homes.