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Posted on 02/20/2022

Understanding Seller Concessions: Benefits & Disadvantages

Image by Sephelonor from Pixabay Buying a home is a complicated transaction with many expenses. Part of the transaction involves closing costs, which vary in amount depending on the situation. One way to reduce the closing costs for the buyer is to ask for a seller concession so that the seller pays a portion of the closing costs...

Home Selling

Buyers Market

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Posted on 02/13/2022

DIY Guide: Wooden Pallet Garden Walkway

Wooden pallets are a budget-friendly source of reclaimed wood and can inspire countless DIY projects. For those who love casual and rustic garden pathways, a pallet might be the perfect place to start. Using just a few materials and tools you can create a wooden plank path for your outdoor space without breaking your budget. Here we’ll go...

Diy

DIY

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Posted on 02/06/2022

3 Ways to Prepare for an Ice Storm

Ice storms can be dangerous and damaging, especially when combined with other severe winter weather. If you live in a region prone to ice storms, it's important to know what to do to mitigate possible damage and stay safe. Here are some tips for preparing for an ice storm: Stock Up Early One good thing about ice storms...

Ice Storm

Winter Storms

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Posted on 01/30/2022

How to Grow Microgreens Indoors

With fresh microgreens on hand, you can add tons of nutrients to your salads, stir-fry dishes and so much more. These greens are tough to find in normal groceries stores and go for quite a premium at specialty shops. Fortunately, they are incredibly easy to grow indoors and taste best when cut fresh. If you’re ready to get...

Beginner

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Posted on 01/23/2022

Backyard: Tips for Building a Screened-In Porch

When rain, bugs and other issues have you avoiding your open porch, a screened-in porch might be the answer. Screened-in porches offer shelter from the elements and stop bugs from getting in. These porches can also make it safer for pets to sit outside with you, since they can’t run off. If you’re planning to turn an existing...

Diy

DIY

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Posted on 01/16/2022

Tips for Setting Up Your Own Home Automation

Smart home technology was designed to be user-friendly for homeowners, yet there's still a misconception that you need to have an engineering degree to set it up. Luckily, home automation technology gets easier and easier to use with every new improvement, empowering you to make the best decisions for your own home without hiring professionals for installation. If...

Posted on 01/09/2022

If you're searching for a new home, you may have come across references to Housing and Urban Development (HUD) homes. HUD offers government mortgage insurance programs and loans. But what is a HUD home, exactly? Here are the basics to help you with your home search: HUD Homes: The Basics HUD homes are foreclosed properties reclaimed by the...

Housing Programs

Property Types

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Posted on 01/02/2022

How to Finish Basement Walls: Expert Tips to Help

There are many steps that go into “finishing” an unfinished basement. One of the biggest challenges is renovating the basement walls in order to create a living space. Whether you hire a contractor or do the work yourself, there are some key things to consider in your process. Here are some expert tips for finishing your basement walls....

Basement

Basement Remodel

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Posted on 12/26/2021

How to tell if you have a gas leak

Gas leaks are a dangerous problem for homeowners. These leaks, which can occur from gas stoves, fireplaces and other gas-powered appliances, cause natural gas to build up inside your house, which can lead to serious and potentially deadly health problems. So it's important to know when you might have a gas leak. Here are a few of the...

Carbon Monoxide

Gas Leak

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Posted on 12/19/2021

The Most Common DIY Home Decor Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

The process of creating your own home decor is exciting, but you are going to want the hard work and effort that you put into these projects to be the worthwhile in the end. The last thing that you want is to make an avoidable mistake during the process that ends up compromising the entire plan. These are...

Arts And Crafts

Diy

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Posted on 12/12/2021

Best Types of Flooring for Pet-Friendly Homes

Image by Niek Verlaan from Pixabay From getting a bad case of the zoomies to being less than dainty with their water dish, pets definitely put flooring through its paces. Unfortunately, many flooring materials simply cannot meet the demands of pet-friendly households. You need a durable material known to withstand whatever your pets can throw at it like...

Flooring

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Posted on 12/05/2021

How to Design a Kitchen with Increased Accessibility

Photo by Marcus Aurelius from Pexels Contractors and land developers may want to consider the growing demographics of people with some form of physical limitation when they design kitchens. According to recent reports, upwards of 15% of households have at least one family member with a physical limitation. Yet only 6% of available homes are considered accessible. Over...

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