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Posted on 02/02/2020

Photo by Chris Thornton from Pexels Thanks to screens, we can enjoy being outdoors without all the dirt and insects. Open windows let the breeze in without letting in anything else, and we can picnic on our screened-in porches without the bug spray. Screens can generally take a lot of wear and tear, but when subjected to winds,...

Windows

Updates To Your Home

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Posted on 01/26/2020

Using Coupons Wisely Helps Boost Your Savings

Whether you're trying to balance your household budget or save money to buy your first house, discount coupons can help. Coupons alone are not a panacea that will cure budgetary woes or enable you to quickly save up for a real estate down payment, but they can play a role in achieving your financial goals. Building up your financial...

Home Budget

Budget Planning

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Posted on 01/19/2020

Create Relaxing Spaces in Your Home or Office

Image by Kari Shea from Pixabay Have you ever walked into someone's home or office space and instantly felt that it was positive, welcoming and peaceful? It means more harmonious work with customers and clients and a more peaceful attitude at home. Imagine walking through your front door and the stresses of the day melting away. A good...

Home Design

Design Tips

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Posted on 01/12/2020

Natural Lighting Options for Your Home

Image by PlusONE from Shutterstock The presence of natural light inside of your living space can have a tremendous impact on how you feel in your home. If you're interested in introducing more daylight into your space consider installing a skylight or light tube. What are skylights? A traditional skylight is a window set into the roof of...

Home Improvement

Lighting

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Posted on 01/05/2020

Tax Breaks and Deductions Every New Homeowner Needs to Know About

Buying your first home is probably one of the biggest purchases you’ll make in your life. But, it does come with its advantages. Among them are tax breaks and deductions that you can take advantage of to save money if you play your cards right. In today’s post, I’m going to cover some of the tax breaks and deductions...

Tax Credit

Tax Deductions

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Posted on 12/29/2019

Why Do I Need a Selling Agent?

Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay There is a lot of discussion today about whether or not a real estate agent is necessary for the most successful sale of your home. You may have all the required skills and experience to handle it yourself, but that’s hard to figure out if you don’t know what a real estate...

Posted on 12/22/2019

Photo by DenisProduction.com via Shutterstock Ever had to move in a hurry? The job offer is great, but the training starts in a week … three states away. Time to pack up the house—quick! Here are some tips to make the process of relocating all your possessions easier and faster. Buy Your Boxes If possible, buy your moving...

Moving

Relocating

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Posted on 12/15/2019

Looking for a Small Town Life?

Photo by Christian Heitz via Pexels Sometimes, small town life is just what you crave. If you’re considering a move and want a community with that feel, there are several in the East Coast that deliver it beautifully. From New York to Pennsylvania, here are some of the top small towns that you need to see for yourself....

Travel

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Posted on 12/08/2019

How to Find Out if It's Cheaper to Rent or Buy a Home

With rent prices soaring in many areas of the U.S., renters are starting to consider whether now is the right time to start saving for a down payment on a home. Depending on where you live and what your timeline is for buying a house, you might be wondering the same thing. So, in today’s post, we’re going to...

Buy Vs Rent

Should I Buy Or Rent

Posted on 12/01/2019

Ingredients of a Successful Real Estate Search

If you've set a goal of buying your first home within the next year, there are several things you can begin doing now to set the stage for a positive experience. While it pays to familiarize yourself with everything from your credit score to mortgage options, choosing a good real estate agent will prove to be an invaluable advantage...

Preparing To Buy

Buying A Home

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Posted on 11/24/2019

Create a Home Selling Blueprint

Selling a home can be quick and seamless, particularly for an individual who crafts a property selling blueprint. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you create a successful plan to sell your house. 1. Analyze the Local Housing Market A seller who understands the housing market in his or her city or town may be...

Tips On Selling

Selling Your Home

Posted on 11/17/2019

Choose the Right Smart Home Devices

Not all smart home devices are created equal. If you wind up paying a high price for a smart home gadget you do not need, you risk wasting precious time and resources. Fortunately, there are lots of things you can do to make informed smart home device purchases, such as: 1. Consider Your Smart Home Device Needs The needs...

Smart Home

Smart Home Technology

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