What You Need to Know Buying new sinks and faucets are a great way to give a new lift to your home! Here are a few tips to get you started! Materials matter over brand or price: Tests have found that stainless steel is the toughest sink material
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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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Steam clean: Carpets can accumulate a lot of dirt and dust so steam cleaning any carpets in your new home will help to allow you to create a fresh start in the space. Personal touches: Make your new home a place familiar to you; put your favorite flowers in
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Clean up: A well manicured lawn shows potential buyers that you take pride in your home and that you have taken care of it. Having a unkempt lawn may scare off buyers before they even step through the door. If you have a power washer, use it to
Continue readingGetting Value From Outdoor Upgrades
When adding features to your yard, it’s important to not only install what you love, but to think about adding something that adds value as well. The Residential Landscape Architecture Trends Survey ranks outdoor features that are rising in popularity: Outdoor lighting: (98.3% of architects rated this as very popular) Lighting
Continue readingWhat Every Homeowner Needs To Know About Home Insurance
What it covers: An average policy will pay for damage to your property and possessions due to certain storms, fire, theft, or vandalism. Similar to renter’s insurance, it can also provide liability coverage if someone gets injured on your property and decides to sue. Your policy also covers shelter costs
Continue readingDon’t Plant These Trees In Your Yard!
Silver maple: Although these are large and fast growing trees, they often snap during severe weather due to weak bark. They also have shallow roots that are inclined to damage pipes, driveways and sidewalks. Ash: These trees are durable yet they are very prone to the Emerald Ash Borer which is a
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 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
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Flickr.com Homeowner (Homestead) Exemption: Actually living in your home instead of having an investment property or vacation home entitles you to a sizable tax break. Senior Citizen Exemption: Senior citizens may be eligible for tax breaks. Home Improvement Exemption: If significant improvements are made to your home, the increased value of your home
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