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Posted on 06/28/2020

Photo by Roman Koval from Pexels It’s common to experience seasonal allergies with the passing of the months, but did you know that indoor allergens can aggravate your allergies and asthma symptoms as well? Many people choose to stay inside when the pollen and mold levels are high. However, they could be doing more harm than good if...

Allergies

Pet Allergies

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Posted on 06/21/2020

Checklist for Buying a Luxury Penthouse

Photo by Steven Buissinne via Pixabay Buying a luxury penthouse isn’t just about finding one perfect thing about it. Several other factors come into play when deciding where you might live for many years. If everything isn’t just right, you may end up with buyer’s remorse. Buying a penthouse is different from buying a house in that you...

Buying A Home

Luxury Home

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Posted on 06/14/2020

Before You Hire a Real Estate Agent

Image by StockSnap from Pixabay Whether you’re buying a house or selling a home, the smartest move you can make is to hire a real estate agent to represent your interests. But before you do, take these important steps so you can be best prepared for the next stages. Have An Idea Of What Kind Of House You...

Planning

Buyer Tips

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Posted on 06/07/2020

How to Keep Clutter at Bay when Selling

Photo by Monkey Business Images via Shutterstock It’s easy for a home to get out of hand with all the things that come through the door every week. Here are a few tips for keeping up with the never-ending clutter that enters your home. Create a Shoe Station Set up a location at each entry door for family...

Clutter

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Posted on 05/31/2020

3 Tips for Choosing Sensical Rentals

Photo by Photo Mix via Pixabay For many investors, purchasing a property to rent out just makes sense. But finding properties that'll help you meet your long-term goals can be tricky. Whether you're considering a turnkey property or a property to rehab and rent yourself, keeping these tips in mind will help you weed out low-performers while you're...

Investing

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Posted on 05/24/2020

Analyze Your Homebuying Options

For those who want to buy a house, it helps to consider your options closely. That way, you can make an informed home purchase. Now, let's take a look at three factors to consider as you prepare to conduct a home search: 1. The Local Housing Market Assess the local housing market before you dive headfirst into a home...

Buying A Home

Buyer Tips

Posted on 05/17/2020

5 Indoor Plants That are Nearly Impossible to Kill

Photo by Pushok via Pixabay Do you buy plants for your home – just to find them shriveled up and browning just a few short days later? You may be purchasing plants that require too much care – or that are known for being tricky to keep alive. Whether you’ve been cursed with a black thumb, have a...

House Plants

Indoor Plants

Posted on 05/10/2020

How to Ready Your Home for Seasonal Storms

Image by sandid from Pixabay Our homes are special from the first time we enter. That's why we spend our precious time and money caring for our dwellings when bad weather threatens damage. Spring Windstorms For homeowners, windstorms are often unassuming. We all know to watch for snow or rain, but high winds can cause significant home damage....

Storm Preparation

Home Repair

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Posted on 05/03/2020

Is a Natural Ventilation System Right for You?

Image by Rvector from Shutterstock What is natural ventilation? It's utilizing wind with the "chimney effect" to draw warm air out of the home and replacing it with cooler air from outside. As the wind blows against your home, it forces air into open windows on one side of the house while a vacuum effect draws the air...

Home Cooling

Energy Efficiency

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Posted on 04/26/2020

Deck Rails Need to be Structurally Sound for Safety Purposes

Photo by kalcommodore via Pixabay Beautiful railings, including the railing that surrounds your deck, plays a major role in your home's curb appeal. Even when it's not visible from the street, a strong, sturdy deck and the railing that surrounds it can still raise your home's resale value. That's extra living space, after all. Even if it is...

Home Improvement

Proper Deck Maintenance

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Posted on 04/19/2020

Outdoor Entertaining: Unique Lighting for Your Perfect Outdoor Oasis

Photo by Ben Thijssen via Pixabay If you're like many modern homeowners, your ideal of an ideal outdoor living space is one that serves as a personal oasis. Perhaps you've cultivated a thriving culinary herb garden complete with classically inspired statuary or maybe you've carved out a serene space in the middle of a flowering thicket. Whatever type...

DIY

Outdoor Living

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Posted on 04/12/2020

Thinking of Selling Your Home? Here's What You Can Do Now to Make It Easier

Selling your home may seem like a relatively simple process. You hire an agent, let them take pictures and show the house to prospective buyers, accept an offer, and then close… right? In reality, there’s a lot that goes into the selling process; especially if you want to have a smooth home sale. Matters are further complicated by hr...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

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