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Posted on 04/10/2022

How to Keep an Old House Cool on Hot Days

Vintage homes are full of charm and character. Unfortunately, if they haven’t had extensive updates, old houses might have poor insulation and other structural issues. While these things may not hinder your ability to live happily in an old house, they can lead to higher utility bills. If you live in an old house without air conditioning, hot...

Energy Saving

Home Living

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Posted on 04/03/2022

Should You Carpet Your Stairs? Here's What to Consider

If you are building a new home or renovating your current one, choice of floor covering is a major decision. Going with carpet, wood, laminate or other options in your living spaces makes a significant impact on both the looks and functionality of a space. For homes with multiple levels, stairs are a part of this equation. While...

Advantages

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Posted on 03/30/2022

SPRINGFIELD, VA Real Estate Market Update 3/30/2022

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Posted on 03/27/2022

Best practices for placing furniture in your home

The choices you make in placing furniture in your home are key to the overall success of your design. Sometimes, arranging furniture can be an intimidating task, especially when working with a large, empty space. However, by following a few simple strategies, you can create aesthetically pleasing and comfortable designs in any room. Find your focal point A...

Design

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Posted on 03/20/2022

New construction home buying process: Knowing your options

The new construction home buying process differs significantly from the buying process for an existing home. However, one thing that remains the same in each case is that no two homes are exactly alike. While it’s common for newer developments to have “cookie cutter” homes with similar layouts, many builders have options for customization. Here is a basic...

Custom Homes

Home Buying

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Posted on 03/13/2022

How Homeowners Can Reduce the Risk of a Chimney Fire

Homeowners sometimes visualize a chimney fire as an event that involves flames shooting out of the top like a flare. While that type certainly happens too often, slow-burning chimney fires tend to go undetected and place unsuspecting household members in harm's way. The good news for homeowners with fireplaces is reducing the risk of a chimney fire ranks...

Chimney

Home Maintenance

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Posted on 03/06/2022

Moving Your Kitchen: 5 Pro Packing Tips

The kitchen is one of the most important parts of your home and also one of the hardest to pack for a move. The wide range of sizes, shapes and delicacy of items in your kitchen makes packing tricky and time-consuming. Luckily, there are some strategies you can use to make the process more efficient and also help...

Kitchen

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Posted on 02/27/2022

SPRINGFIELD, VA Real Estate Market Update 2/27/2022

Click here to view SPRINGFIELD, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 02/27/2022

Flood Prevention for Your Home

Flooding can cause significant damage to your home and even make it uninhabitable in worst-case scenarios. Floods can lead to mold growth, wood rot and other types of water damage that can be costly to repair. Taking steps to prevent floods from occurring can protect your home from this kind of damage. Use these flood prevention tips to...

Emergency Preparedness

Flood Damage

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Posted on 02/20/2022

What you should know about property tax abatement

Property taxes are a major expense for most homeowners and would-be buyers, but property tax abatement programs can help. While not offered everywhere, many states, counties and cities offer abatement programs to alleviate this expense in several ways. Here is a short guide to property tax abatement to familiarize yourself with the basics: What does property tax abatement...

Property Tax Abatement

Property Taxes

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Posted on 02/13/2022

Home Buying Myths: Common Misconceptions Explained

Information and advice for first-time homebuyers is everywhere. Unfortunately, many of the most commonly accepted truths about buying a home are either outdated or false. Here are some of the biggest myths about home buying to help you understand the facts. Myth: You Can't Buy a Home With a Bad Credit Score It is possible to qualify for...

Home Buying

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Posted on 02/06/2022

How to Get Your Cyclamen to Bloom Again

Cyclamen are popular for their bright fall and winter flowers. Often given as gifts during the holiday season, cyclamen flowers can last for several weeks indoors. However, once the blooms have wilted and the plant becomes dormant, many plant owners find it difficult to encourage them to bloom a second time. Luckily, there are steps you can take...

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