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I hadn't thought of the environmental impact of such building. Think of it - all that lumber that isn't being used to create oxygen for the environment (in the form of trees), and all that concrete obscuring what would ordinarily be fertile land growing plants which themselves contribute something to the ecosphere.
As far as the suburban sprawl you implicitly mention, that sounds as if it is worthy of another entire post. Thanks for commenting.
posted by
kidnykid
on October 13, 2006 at 11:45 AM
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You've made several good points...
I have been concerned about overbuilding for some time -- it's a "green" thing. Big houses and "castle" subdivisions use too much raw material, put too much concrete over green space, cost too much to heat and cool, etc. I think many individuals would like a small but high-end cottage rather than a barn and an acre of lawn to take care of.
As for surviving long enough to pay off a 30-year mortgage, there's a good chance you will - science is breaking through on many fronts. But even if you don't, you're still ahead of the game. Buying a house is an investment that Uncle Sam helps with. Your interest payments are tax deductible, rent payments are not. Also, if you've got a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, your monthly housing costs will stay the same, unlike renting in which your payments will go up regularly.
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Pat_B
on October 13, 2006 at 7:36 AM
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