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
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Easy 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
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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
Continue reading5 Unspoken Etiquette Rules When Selling Your Home
1. Don’t stay: It’s a good idea to leave your home during a showing; allow potential buyers to freely explore your home while not feeling pressure from your presence. 2. Don’t leave your pets at home: Take your pet to the park or for a car ride during showings; some buyers may
Continue readingBuying Or Selling? 5 Reasons You Need A Realtor
1. Assistance with paperwork: Every state has varying requirements for contracts regarding real estate sales and these guidelines are always changing. A Realtor is an expert and can help you successfully navigate the mountains of paperwork that go along with a real estate transaction. 2. What do you do after you
Continue reading5 Tips For Buying Your First Home
1. Go shopping for a loan: Be sure to check with at least three different lenders. Don’t get into a loan unless you are comfortable with sticking with the terms for at least 3 years. Also, be sure to compare the same types of loans between lenders so you are getting
Continue reading4 Ways To Create A Home Gym With Little Space
Set aside a space: Even if your workout area isn’t an entire room but rather a small corner of a space, it’s important to separate the space from the rest of your living area. Using a room divider is a good way to achieve this important separation. Check out your reflection: Investing
Continue reading3 Ways To Spend Less and Cut Down On Clutter
Use the time rule: Instead of throwing something into your online shopping cart and purchasing it right away, leave it in the cart for an hour, a day, or even a week to give yourself time to figure out if you really need/want that item. Use a shopping list: Always head to the store
Continue readingIncreasing Property Value of Your Home
redfin.com Credit: Freedigitalphotos.nethomehome For those of you who are looking to sell your home, this article that was on our blog earlier is worth repeating! http://blog.dawndause.com/2015/04/projects-that-ca…ase-home-value-2.html
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