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Top 10 Home Repairs If Your Home Is On The Market
Although curb appeal is important and can help make a good first impression, the interior of a home needs to be in good shape as well. Here are the top 10 home repairs to make if your home is on the market (or will be soon): Dry basement: A damp, musty
Continue readingThinking of finishing your basement? Keep these things in mind!
Before you get too far with designing your dream basement, check your local municipal code for any restrictions that you need to incorporate into your plan Hire a professional to come in and check for any signs of water in the basement before you begin the project; any water issues
Continue reading6 Popular Bathroom Projects And Costs
According to HomeAdvisor, these are the 6 most popular bathroom remodel projects and their average cost: Install cabinets: $4,633 Reface cabinets: $6,676 Install bathtub or shower liner: $2,522 Install flooring: $2,969 Install a shower: $3,169 Install a bathtub: $2,849
Continue readingWhat’s Out From 2015 And What’s In For 2016
Trends from 2015 that are out Chalkboard paint Mason jars Burlap 2016 trends Artisan accent accessories Art deco shapes and patterns Wool rugs Encaustic tiles
Continue readingHomes That Keep You Healthy
Wellness properties, a branch of the sustainable housing movement, are made to keep the occupants healthy. Health conscious homeowners can now live in homes that actively work to keep the home clean and keep the homeowner healthy. So far these homes are exclusive to a company called Delos Living out
Continue readingTips For Cold Weather Grilling
Thinking of grilling for the big game on Sunday? Ensure that your grill is cleared off and the knobs are not frozen. Also, be sure to have lot’s of fuel available because grilling in the cold usually takes longer than warm weather grilling. Allow plenty of time for the grill
Continue readingEasy and Low Cost Tips To Sell Your Home Quickly
Ensure that all walkways in the home are clear Deep clean the home Have clean towels out in the bathroom Put away all personal items in the bathroom Clean the windows and take off the screens to allow more light in Display fresh fruit on the kitchen counter Make sure
Continue readingTax Deductions For Homeowners
Don’t miss any of these deductions! Tax time brings many benefits for homeowners! Prepaid interest deduction Mortgage interest deduction Vacation home tax deductions FHA and PMI mortgage insurance premiums Property tax deduction Energy efficiency upgrades
Continue reading5 Reasons It’s Time To Move
1. To save money: Is it time to save money and downsize to a smaller home? 2. More space is needed: Are more bedrooms needed due to an expanding family? 3. Your neighborhood is declining: Is the crime rate in your area increasing? Now may be the time to make a move before
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