Consumer Reports Better efficiency can mean longer wash times: The most efficient washing machines save about $1,400 over a 10 year span and use approximately 110,000 fewer gallons of water than a 10 year old top loader with a center agitator. Another plus to these new machines is that
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5 Ways To Save On Your Energy Bill
Caulk and seal air leaks: Look for leaks around plumbing lines, recessed lighting, electricity wires, windows, attics, and crawlspaces. Sealing off these leaks can save you up to $220/year per U.S. EPA. Consult an HVAC contractor: Have a professional inspect all the ductwork in your home and make any repairs
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Meet the new teacher: Take advantage of any back to school nights or meet and greet sessions with your child’s new teacher. If face to face contact is not available, try to find the teacher’s picture on the school website so that your child can place a face with
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Keep it neutral: Keep colors soft and light Make necessary repairs: If something in your home needs fixing-fix it! De-clutter: Too much in your home takes away from buyer’s seeing your home’s full potential Curb appeal: Make sure the exterior of your home is in good shape; draw buyers in! Think about updating
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There are too many people to negotiate with: If you sell on your own, you will need to be prepared to negotiate with: the buyer who wants the best deal, the buyer’s agent who is only looking out for the buyer’s best interest, the buyer’s attorney, the home inspection
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New front door: Replacing a front door with a new steel door costs about $1,162 with a 96.6% return Kitchen updates: A minor kitchen remodel costs about $18,856 with an 82.7% return Bathroom remodel: The average remodel costs around $16,128 with a 75.2% return. If a remodel is not
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Comps, or comparable sales, are homes in the same area and very similar in size, condition, and features, as the home you are attempting to buy or sell. Location is the most important: The market is based on location, so when trying to determine the value of a home it’s
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Never skip a month of going over your financial statements. Never give out credit card info, debit card info, or your Social Security number unless absolutely necessary. Never buy a product that makes unreasonable claims. Never contribute to charities that you have never heard of; check with the Federal
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Sort your groceries: After grocery shopping and before checking out, get a second cart and take out all of the items from your first cart that are things you just want, such as chips, ice cream, cookies, etc. Once you do this with your entire cart, add up how much
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