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Arabian Business
30-04-2025
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- Arabian Business
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Appliances that are Energy Star-rated can cost you slightly more up front than other products but they generally help you save money in the long-term
Associated Press
28-04-2025
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- Associated Press
Assist Roofing Expands Metal Roofing Services to Offer Fortified Protection for Coastal Homes In NC
04/27/2025, Washington, NC // KISS PR Brand Story PressWire // Assist Roofing has raised the bar for residential roofing across coastal North Carolina with a fortified metal roofing protection upgrade built to withstand the region's fiercest storms. By combining sleek metal design with Fortified Roof Certified engineering rigor, this Washington-based roofing company delivers guaranteed protection and safety to homes in high-risk zones. With over 50 years of experience, Assist Roofing has established itself as a trusted name in coastal roofing. Fully licensed and insured, the company's residential metal roofs are designed for aesthetics and functionality, providing energy efficiency and long-term durability. Its Energy Star-rated systems can cut household energy bills by up to 40%, and nearly half of the installation cost can be added to the home's market value. Recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Energy Star-rated roofing reflects more sunlight and reduces heat absorption, helping homes lower cooling demands and increase overall home comfort. What sets the company apart is its integration of Fortified Roof Certified services, a nationally recognized program developed by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) to strengthen homes against severe weather. These specifications require third-party verified construction methods in proving roofs can resist wind speeds up to 160 mph, reduce water intrusion, and minimize storm-related damage. In many cases, this added protection also qualifies homeowners for reductions in insurance premiums, adding tangible value to the investment. 'Every homeowner in this region knows the cost of storm damage—not just in dollars, but in stress and disruption,' said a company spokesperson for Assist Roofing. 'By offering fortified metal roofing, we're giving people a better way to prepare, protect, and preserve what matters most.' The roofing company's focus on high-performance design doesn't stop at installation. This team of trusted local contractors offers year-round roof maintenance services to maximize system longevity. These include sealant reapplications, inspections, and treatments tailored to the coastal climate's demands. When disaster strikes, this roofing company also has a 24/7 emergency storm response team whom clients can rely on. These technicians deliver emergency patches, damage assessments, and insurance support, often preventing costly secondary repairs. It's this full-service approach that sets these roofing specialists apart from the average roofing company near me in search results. That same attention to protection and precision carries over into every roof installation. Homeowners can choose from two premium roofing systems: a 29-gauge vertical panel with stainless steel fasteners or a 26-gauge standing seam design with no exposed fasteners. Each product offers over 15 color choices and are tailored trim for curb appeal, with Fortified upgrades opening access to local grants and insurance incentives. In a region defined by coastal weather risks, Assist Roofing remains a trusted leader in both residential and commercial roofing contractor services. This latest expansion into Fortified metal roofing reaffirms the company's commitment to delivering lasting protection, resilient construction, and exceptional service that empowers property owners across coastal North Carolina. To learn more about Assist Roofing's Fortified metal roofing solutions and schedule a consultation, visit About Assist Roofing Assist Roofing is a trusted provider of professional roofing services dedicated to delivering premium, storm-resistant solutions to homeowners across coastal North Carolina. With over 50 years of experience, the company specializes in energy-efficient metal roofs, Fortified Roof Certified installations, and comprehensive maintenance services. Based in Washington, NC, it serves clients throughout the Eastern Seaboard with a strong commitment to durability, quality workmanship, and exceptional customer service. ### Media Contact Assist Roofing Address: 4909 River Road, Washington, NC 27889 Phone: (910)-459-1949 Website: newsroom: Source published by Submit Press Release >> Assist Roofing Expands Metal Roofing Services to Offer Fortified Protection for Coastal Homes In NC
Time Business News
26-04-2025
- Business
- Time Business News
YellowstoneRenovation Eco-Friendly Kitchen Designs: Sustainable, Stylish, and Efficient
Sustainability is more than a trend—it's a lifestyle choice, and your kitchen is a great place to start. An eco-friendly kitchen not only helps the environment but also reduces your energy bills and creates a healthier space for cooking and living. With YellowstoneRenovation's eco-friendly kitchen designs, you can achieve a stylish and functional kitchen while doing your part for the planet. 🔗 Visit YellowstoneRenovation: An eco-friendly kitchen prioritizes sustainable materials, energy-efficient appliances, and designs that minimize waste. YellowstoneRenovation specializes in creating kitchens that combine beauty with sustainability. From using recycled materials to selecting energy-efficient appliances, every aspect of the design is focused on reducing your environmental impact. An eco-friendly kitchen offers numerous benefits: Energy Savings : Eco-friendly appliances use less energy, helping you save on utility bills. : Eco-friendly appliances use less energy, helping you save on utility bills. Sustainable Materials : Using renewable, recycled, or locally sourced materials helps reduce your kitchen's carbon footprint. : Using renewable, recycled, or locally sourced materials helps reduce your kitchen's carbon footprint. Healthier Environment : Natural materials like wood and stone reduce exposure to harmful chemicals found in synthetic products. : Natural materials like wood and stone reduce exposure to harmful chemicals found in synthetic products. Long-Term Savings: High-quality, durable materials and energy-efficient appliances can save you money in the long run. Energy-Efficient Appliances Modern appliances are designed to consume less energy while providing superior performance. Choosing Energy Star-rated refrigerators, dishwashers, and ovens can significantly reduce your kitchen's energy consumption. Sustainable Materials Opt for materials like bamboo, reclaimed wood, or recycled glass for countertops and cabinetry. These materials are not only eco-friendly but also bring a unique, natural beauty to your kitchen. Water-Saving Fixtures Install low-flow faucets and energy-efficient dishwashers to conserve water without sacrificing performance. These fixtures are ideal for both the environment and your utility bills. Natural Lighting Maximize natural light by installing larger windows or skylights. Natural light reduces the need for artificial lighting, helping you save on electricity while brightening your kitchen with warm, welcoming light. Eco-Friendly Kitchen with Bamboo Countertops and Natural Lighting Use Green Building Materials Choose materials with a low environmental impact, such as bamboo flooring, recycled glass backsplashes, and granite countertops that are locally sourced. Install a Smart Thermostat A smart thermostat helps you regulate the temperature in your kitchen, optimizing your energy use without wasting resources. Opt for Non-Toxic Paint Use low-VOC (volatile organic compounds) paints to ensure that your kitchen is free from harmful chemicals, improving air quality and making the space safer for your family. Upcycle and Reuse Instead of throwing away old materials, consider refurbishing or reusing items like cabinets, hardware, or tiles. This not only saves money but also reduces waste. YellowstoneRenovation believes in creating kitchens that are not only beautiful and functional but also environmentally conscious. Their team works with clients to incorporate eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient solutions, and sustainable practices into every design. Whether you're remodeling a small kitchen or a large open space, they'll help you create a space that's both green and gorgeous. 🔗 Ready to go green? Transform your kitchen with sustainable design solutions from YellowstoneRenovation: TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Business Wire
24-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Hunt Capital Partners, SGI Ventures, and Austin Housing Authority Celebrate the Grand Opening of 100 Affordable Studio Homes for Austin's Unhoused
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hunt Capital Partners (HCP), in collaboration with developers SGI Ventures, Inc., and Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (AAHC), a nonprofit subsidiary of the Housing Authority of the City of Austin, celebrated the grand opening of Cady Lofts, a 100% Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) community that offers housing stability to individuals who are experiencing chronic homelessness or have a disability that makes finding stable, affordable housing difficult to find. Cady Lofts adds 100 studio homes, supported by project-based vouchers, which will assist in covering residents' rents and utilities, helping to alleviate financial burdens and promote long-term stability for residents. Residents will also benefit from free onsite support services and case managers. In 2023, Austin Point-in-Time Count, an annual federally mandated count that captures the number of individuals experiencing homelessness, revealed a total of 2,374 individuals—of which 41.8% were facing homelessness for the first time. Share To mark the special occasion, speeches were provided by key partners, city officials, and a resident including SGI Ventures, Inc. President Sally Gaskin, Austin City Mayor Kirk Watson, Housing Authority of the City of Austin President and CEO Mike Gerber, City of Austin District 9 Councilmember Zo Qadri, City of Austin Housing Interim Director Mandy de Mayo, and City of Austin Homeless Strategy Officer David Gray. The grand opening was followed by presentations and light refreshments. 'HACA, and its subsidiary AAHC, are fully committed to efforts to end homelessness in Austin,' said HACA President and CEO Michael Gerber. 'Collaborative projects like Cady Lofts, coupled with our commitments of housing vouchers and our partnerships with city leaders, and services agencies and philanthropic partners, are essential to securing stable housing and offering social and medical services to our most vulnerable populations.' In 2023, Austin Point-in-Time Count, an annual federally mandated count that captures the number of individuals experiencing homelessness, revealed a total of 2,374 individuals—of which 41.8% were facing homelessness for the first time. Cady Lofts is a part of a citywide initiative to tackle the urgent housing needs of chronically homeless individuals, serving as one of nine PSH projects launched in the past year to provide effective housing solutions for Austin's most vulnerable residents. Each studio home is fully furnished, featuring resilient flooring, solid surface kitchen countertops and bathroom vanities, air conditioning units, low-flow plumbing fixtures, along with Energy Star-rated appliances such as a stovetop, refrigerator, and microwave. The property includes central laundry, a computer lab, an outdoor courtyard, free wireless internet, elevators, a community warming kitchen, on-site recycling, and on-site offices with meeting/training rooms that can accommodate up to eight case management workers for service coordination. The property has 24/7 controlled access and full-time onsite staff. Cady Lofts offers a range of wraparound services guided by Housing First best practices, which promote self-sufficiency and overall independence. Provided free-of-charge to residents by Endeavors, these services include access to benefits assistance, health screenings, job training, and a variety of classes ranging from fitness and nutrition classes to personal finance and tax preparation. 'As a longtime affordable housing developer, I recognized the critical need for Cady Lofts to be permanent supportive housing—addressing not just affordability but specifically serving our chronically homeless neighbors,' said SGI Ventures, Inc. President Sally Gaskin. 'Cady Lofts will advance our citywide PSH goals while offering residents stable housing in a walkable, transit-rich location where they can fully participate in central Austin's resources and amenities.' The development is strategically located in an opportunity-rich area near essential amenities and public transportation, offering residents easy access to jobs, healthcare, and educational resources without needing to drive. Cady Lofts is proximate to over 30,000 jobs within a one-mile radius and is within walking distance to high-frequency bus stops, St. Davids Medical Center, and the Hancock Shopping Center which includes an HEB and a CommUnityCare Walk-In Clinic. 'Cady Lofts provides a much-needed lifeline for Austin's unhoused community, offering crucial support through its PSH model,' said HCP Chief Operating Officer Amy Dickerson. 'By providing not only stable, affordable housing but also comprehensive support services, Cady Lofts addresses the multifaceted challenges of its residents, which include mental health issues and unemployment. This holistic approach fosters a sense of belonging and stability, which are essential to re-establish roots with the community.' Cady Lofts was financed, in part, with $16.5 million in federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTCs) and $2 million in state LIHTCs syndicated by HCP. Lenders included Cadence Bank, the City of Austin, Central Texas Housing Accelerator Fund, Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, Austin Affordable Housing Corporation, and Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation. Environmental Social and Corporate Governance ('ESG') Investing Hunt Capital Partners recognizes that its institutional investors are seeking to increase the social value of their investments to help further their ESG initiatives. An investment in affordable housing not only improves the living conditions of its residents, but it also helps to remove obstacles that stand in the way of creating a healthy, safe and stable home environment for low-income families and seniors. When families spend less on housing related expenses, they have more resources available for other essentials such as food and clothing, or even extracurricular activities and educational programs. One of the most significant benefits to providing quality affordable housing is an increase in an individual's physical and mental health. Hunt Capital Partners' affordable housing investments create a lasting effect on the people and communities they serve for generations to come. About Hunt Capital Partners Hunt Capital Partners (HCP) is the tax credit syndication division of Hunt Companies, Inc. (Hunt). HCP specializes in the sponsorship of Federal and State Low-Income Housing, Historic, and Solar Tax Credit Investments funds. Since its inception in 2010, HCP has raised over $3.8 billion in tax credit equity in over 48 proprietary and multi-investor funds. HCP manages nearly 800 project partnerships representing over 80,000 homes in 48 states and territories. Founded in 1947, Hunt is a privately held company that invests in businesses focused in the real estate and infrastructure markets. The activities of Hunt's affiliates and investors include investment management, asset management, property management, development, construction, consulting and advisory. For more information on HCP, please visit or for Hunt, please visit
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Hunt Capital Partners, SGI Ventures, and Austin Housing Authority Celebrate the Grand Opening of 100 Affordable Studio Homes for Austin's Unhoused
AUSTIN, Texas, April 24, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hunt Capital Partners (HCP), in collaboration with developers SGI Ventures, Inc., and Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (AAHC), a nonprofit subsidiary of the Housing Authority of the City of Austin, celebrated the grand opening of Cady Lofts, a 100% Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) community that offers housing stability to individuals who are experiencing chronic homelessness or have a disability that makes finding stable, affordable housing difficult to find. Cady Lofts adds 100 studio homes, supported by project-based vouchers, which will assist in covering residents' rents and utilities, helping to alleviate financial burdens and promote long-term stability for residents. Residents will also benefit from free onsite support services and case managers. To mark the special occasion, speeches were provided by key partners, city officials, and a resident including SGI Ventures, Inc. President Sally Gaskin, Austin City Mayor Kirk Watson, Housing Authority of the City of Austin President and CEO Mike Gerber, City of Austin District 9 Councilmember Zo Qadri, City of Austin Housing Interim Director Mandy de Mayo, and City of Austin Homeless Strategy Officer David Gray. The grand opening was followed by presentations and light refreshments. "HACA, and its subsidiary AAHC, are fully committed to efforts to end homelessness in Austin," said HACA President and CEO Michael Gerber. "Collaborative projects like Cady Lofts, coupled with our commitments of housing vouchers and our partnerships with city leaders, and services agencies and philanthropic partners, are essential to securing stable housing and offering social and medical services to our most vulnerable populations." In 2023, Austin Point-in-Time Count, an annual federally mandated count that captures the number of individuals experiencing homelessness, revealed a total of 2,374 individuals—of which 41.8% were facing homelessness for the first time. Cady Lofts is a part of a citywide initiative to tackle the urgent housing needs of chronically homeless individuals, serving as one of nine PSH projects launched in the past year to provide effective housing solutions for Austin's most vulnerable residents. Each studio home is fully furnished, featuring resilient flooring, solid surface kitchen countertops and bathroom vanities, air conditioning units, low-flow plumbing fixtures, along with Energy Star-rated appliances such as a stovetop, refrigerator, and microwave. The property includes central laundry, a computer lab, an outdoor courtyard, free wireless internet, elevators, a community warming kitchen, on-site recycling, and on-site offices with meeting/training rooms that can accommodate up to eight case management workers for service coordination. The property has 24/7 controlled access and full-time onsite staff. Cady Lofts offers a range of wraparound services guided by Housing First best practices, which promote self-sufficiency and overall independence. Provided free-of-charge to residents by Endeavors, these services include access to benefits assistance, health screenings, job training, and a variety of classes ranging from fitness and nutrition classes to personal finance and tax preparation. "As a longtime affordable housing developer, I recognized the critical need for Cady Lofts to be permanent supportive housing—addressing not just affordability but specifically serving our chronically homeless neighbors," said SGI Ventures, Inc. President Sally Gaskin. "Cady Lofts will advance our citywide PSH goals while offering residents stable housing in a walkable, transit-rich location where they can fully participate in central Austin's resources and amenities." The development is strategically located in an opportunity-rich area near essential amenities and public transportation, offering residents easy access to jobs, healthcare, and educational resources without needing to drive. Cady Lofts is proximate to over 30,000 jobs within a one-mile radius and is within walking distance to high-frequency bus stops, St. Davids Medical Center, and the Hancock Shopping Center which includes an HEB and a CommUnityCare Walk-In Clinic. "Cady Lofts provides a much-needed lifeline for Austin's unhoused community, offering crucial support through its PSH model," said HCP Chief Operating Officer Amy Dickerson. "By providing not only stable, affordable housing but also comprehensive support services, Cady Lofts addresses the multifaceted challenges of its residents, which include mental health issues and unemployment. This holistic approach fosters a sense of belonging and stability, which are essential to re-establish roots with the community." Cady Lofts was financed, in part, with $16.5 million in federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTCs) and $2 million in state LIHTCs syndicated by HCP. Lenders included Cadence Bank, the City of Austin, Central Texas Housing Accelerator Fund, Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, Austin Affordable Housing Corporation, and Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation. Environmental Social and Corporate Governance ("ESG") Investing Hunt Capital Partners recognizes that its institutional investors are seeking to increase the social value of their investments to help further their ESG initiatives. An investment in affordable housing not only improves the living conditions of its residents, but it also helps to remove obstacles that stand in the way of creating a healthy, safe and stable home environment for low-income families and seniors. When families spend less on housing related expenses, they have more resources available for other essentials such as food and clothing, or even extracurricular activities and educational programs. One of the most significant benefits to providing quality affordable housing is an increase in an individual's physical and mental health. Hunt Capital Partners' affordable housing investments create a lasting effect on the people and communities they serve for generations to come. About Hunt Capital Partners Hunt Capital Partners (HCP) is the tax credit syndication division of Hunt Companies, Inc. (Hunt). HCP specializes in the sponsorship of Federal and State Low-Income Housing, Historic, and Solar Tax Credit Investments funds. Since its inception in 2010, HCP has raised over $3.8 billion in tax credit equity in over 48 proprietary and multi-investor funds. HCP manages nearly 800 project partnerships representing over 80,000 homes in 48 states and territories. Founded in 1947, Hunt is a privately held company that invests in businesses focused in the real estate and infrastructure markets. The activities of Hunt's affiliates and investors include investment management, asset management, property management, development, construction, consulting and advisory. For more information on HCP, please visit or for Hunt, please visit View source version on Contacts MEDIA CONTACT Carolyn BakerSenior Vice President, Corporate CommunicationsHunt Companies, Sign in to access your portfolio
