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Posted on 06/19/2022
3 Ideas for Reclaimed Wood Tables
Tables are some of the best furnishings for woodworkers of all skill levels. Whether you’re just getting started or have been crafting for years, there’s a table design that’s sure to be perfect for you and your home. If you’re looking to make a wooden table that will add major style for a small price tag, we’ve put...
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Posted on 06/12/2022
Outdoor deck materials: 4 Popular options
If you’re considering adding an outdoor deck to your renovation to-do list, one of the first steps is to choose your building materials. With so many options available, making the best choice for your outdoor living space might seem like a daunting task. Here is a basic guide of the most popular deck materials to help you get...
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Posted on 06/05/2022
A basic guide to the new construction home-buying process
The new construction home-buying process differs from the buying process for an existing home. While many of the steps are similar, new construction homes come with more specific requirements. Here is a basic step-by-step guide to the buying process for a new construction home: Create a budget With new construction homes, you have to account for your ongoing...
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Posted on 05/29/2022
SPRINGFIELD, VA Real Estate Market Update 5/29/2022
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Posted on 05/29/2022
Explaining loss of use coverage
Loss of use coverage is part of every standard homeowners insurance policy. While other portions of the policy help pay for repairing your home if it’s severely damaged, loss of use coverage is there for your everyday living expenses while the work is done. Unfortunately, major home repairs can’t happen overnight, and simultaneously your expenses can increase dramatically....
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Posted on 05/22/2022
What determines the average cost of home insurance?
A budget for your home expenses will need to include the average cost of home insurance. The amount you’ll pay for homeowners insurance is based on a combination of factors concerning the insurance type, home characteristics and your personal insurance history. To help you get a better understanding of what goes into the average cost of home insurance,...
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Posted on 05/15/2022
Home Gaming: Create Your Perfect Retro Arcade at Home
If you have fond memories of playing video games at a local arcade, you can recreate that experience in your home. While it might sound complicated, creating a retro arcade in your home can be a simple project. Gather the Games You Want Think about the games you want to include in your retro arcade. If you still...
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Posted on 05/08/2022
Home living while working from home: Tips to work from home without increasing clutter
We’ve all gone over most of the regular work from home tips, such as taking breaks, setting the correct work hours, maintaining a morning routine, etc. But occasionally, we’re left wondering how to keep a work-life balance while staying on top of home life, home maintenance, video call schedules and keeping the mess to a minimum. Here are...
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Posted on 05/01/2022
Pets at Home: How to Make Your Pet Safe
Pets can fill your home with joy and provide you with unconditional love and companionship. However, they can also end up getting into trouble or being mischievous at times, which is why it's important to make your home as safe as possible. You can turn your home into a more pet-friendly place with the following tips. Keep Hazardous...
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Posted on 04/29/2022
SPRINGFIELD, VA Real Estate Market Update 4/29/2022
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Posted on 04/24/2022
Distractions: How to keep your work-from-home life productive
When you work from home, productive streaks can be interrupted by a slew of distractions. Remote workers have been facing the conundrum of permanently diminishing those distractions while staying on top of their workload. Don’t fret. There are efficient and productive ways to stay on top of your remote work while putting those distractions to good use or...
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Posted on 04/17/2022
3 Tips for Better Home Office Design
Working from home is the new norm and the home office won’t be ignored. From setting up efficient areas to store your working documents and tools to opening the space so you don’t feel cramped during a tight deadline, here are a few home office design ideas to keep your mind and body limber. Keep Furniture Simple Many...
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