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Cleaning up on spring home improvement projects requires more effort than many homeowners anticipate.

Remodeling tends to pick up as the weather improves, and this year is no exception. During the second half of 2013, the National Association of Home Builders' Remodeling Market Index, which measures how busy contractors are, was at its highest level since the spring of 2004.

When the report was released in late January, remodelers were expecting an even busier spring, with more saying they had been called to bid on a job or were already committed to a project.

If you're updating your home with the aim of adding to its value, tread carefully. Some improvements boost value more than others, and in most cases, a project costs more than it adds in value.

According to Remodeling magazine's 2014 Cost vs. Value report, the average portion of cost recouped is 66.1 percent. (Watch the video for some of the projects, small and big, that provide good value.) Of course, what buyers will think of and might pay for an upgrade is less of a hurdle if you plan to enjoy your fancy new kitchen or master bath for years to come.

Remodeling Magazine 2014 Cost vs. Value Report, mid-range projects

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Emerald Homes welcomes locals and vacationers to view the renewal of Prominence on March 27 from 2 to 7 p.m.

Emerald Homes, Woodford Capital, and Comer Company will showcase plans under construction for the once forgotten Town of Prominence. The town is set to be an essential part of the 30A community, placing a desirable destination for leisure living and entertainment between Camp Creek and Seagrove. Prominence residents will enjoy easy access to a beautiful town center, pool houseand private shuttle service to the beaches of 30A.

Theres no doubt 30A is a special place, said Scott Whitehurst,Emerald Homes Division President, The Town of Prominence is a charming place for people to make it their home, office or family getaway.This Thursday, we welcome everyone to experience the Town of Prominenceits the last of its kind available on 30A.

Development and construction are underway on the residential project planned to include 577 residences encompassing the north and south sides of 30A.

Prominence South features residential phases one, two and three, a luxurious pool and town center. Prominence phase one includes 23 row-style townhomes and 25 single-family residences, phase two includes 41 single-family residences and phase three includes 83 single-family residences. Prominence North plans include 135 triplex buildings totaling 405 townhomes and is also home to the main pool house, which features a resort-style pool, private cabanas, an outdoor dining pavilion, a fitness center, bathhouses, and immaculate landscaping.

The approximately 5,000 square foot pool area features beach-like entry complete with shaded areas in the water and on the pool deck. The Prominence South pool house has an approximate 2,900 square foot pool area featuring an in-pool volleyball court, three lap lanes, and a leisure swim area.

The Prominence Town Center will soon be the new entertainment destination for visitors and residents, featuring approximately three acres with approximately 700 feet of frontage on 30A. The town center plans include a large covered event pavilion a central gathering place with a cinema screen for movies as well as a stage for concerts and other events. There is also a fireplace nestled in the corner of the pavilion area, making it a great place for kids and picnic tables that offer a place to eat and watch events.

The pavilion and town lawn form the center of retail shops, as well as restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops. There is also space for a 4,000-square-foot restaurant tucked on the eastern edge of the property. More information will be available as Comer Company and Woodford Capital announce retailers and restaurants.

The Town of Prominence is located between Deer Lake State Park and Camp Creek on Scenic Highway 30A, just east of Seagrove in Walton County, Florida. To make an appointment with an Emerald Homes new home consultant, please call (855) 532-3321 or visit EmeraldHomes.com/30A.

For more information on commercial opportunities at the Prominence Town Center, please contact info@woodfordcap.com.

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By Ian Dipple Friday 28 March 2014 Updated: 28/03 09:01

Buy photos Coun Mark Shurmer with tenth apprentice Pete OSullivan. Picture by Marcus Mingins 1214002MMR

THE NEXT generation of plumbers are honing their skills on the job with the help of Redditch Borough Council.

So far ten apprentice plumbers from NEW College have been given the opportunity to learn their trade by working alongside members of the councils maintenance teams.

They have been carrying out a range of improvement work to some of the 6,000 plus council homes the authority is responsible for.

Coun Mark Shurmer, responsible for housing on the council, said: Redditch Borough Council is delighted to continue its commitment to improving skills and opportunities in the borough.

It is in all of our interests to support the next generation of local tradespeople to earn their stripes in real life working environments.

The apprenticeships were among those created as part of a council-run campaign last year which was backed by the Standard and encouraged businesses across Redditch to create at least 50 apprenticeships in 50 days.

Ian Doust, from MPower Training Solutions who manage the plumbing provision at NEW College, added: Its been an exciting project working with the borough council maintenance teams, who have offered such strong support to our students in helping them get real world experience to support their studies.

All of our plumbing students have thoroughly enjoyed their time on site and the support and guidance they have received from council plumber Dan Turner has been immensely valuable. I look forward to continuing to work together on this project, and we are thrilled by the possibilities this project is opening up for our students.

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