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Posted on 02/13/2022

Homeowners insurance: 4 ways for veterans to save

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers multiple financing options for veterans who want to buy a home. However, the VA does not offer homeowners insurance. During your home buying process, you'll also need to get homeowners insurance to protect your property. Here are some ways veterans can save on homeowners insurance: Shop around There are countless insurance...

Homeowners Insurance

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Posted on 02/06/2022

How to Pack Glasses & Cups When Moving to a New Home

Packing up your kitchen to prepare for a move requires careful organization. With so many shapes and sizes of items in your kitchen, it’s important to pack everything in the right way. Glassware and cups are a common pain point in packing a kitchen because of their fragility and irregular shape. However, there are some tricks and strategies...

Drinkware

Kitchen

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Posted on 01/30/2022

Comparing Stone and Natural Brick Home Exteriors

Image by F. Muhammad from Pixabay Both brick and natural stone have been popular building materials throughout history and are still popular today. Both have a classic, traditional look and offer many benefits compared to other home siding materials. If you’re considering going with brick or stone for your home exterior there are several things to consider. Brick...

Home Construction

Brick

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Posted on 01/23/2022

3 Things First-Time Homebuyers Should Do Before Buying a Home

It's already complicated buying a home. Buying your first home can be even more so. There are plenty of guides available for first-time homebuyers to offer advice throughout the journey, but before you get started, there are some key things you can do to prepare. Here's a list of the best things to do before you start actively...

Buying

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Posted on 01/16/2022

Should You Replace Your Lawn?

Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels Whether in the front yard or back, a healthy lawn is an ideal many homeowners struggle to maintain. A perfect lawn can be a point of pride, but also a source of frustration. With the increasing focus on environmental consciousness, many homeowners are replacing their lawns with sustainable alternatives. Many of these...

Environmentally Friendly

Green Living

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Posted on 01/09/2022

How to Get Free Moving Boxes

Cardboard moving boxes are everywhere. However, when you’re moving, you may feel you never have enough. While major retailers sell moving boxes, the price can add up quickly. If you’re moving a sizable amount of items or just want to recycle a few unused boxes, free moving boxes are the way to go. Luckily, there are many ways...

Cardboard

Moving

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Posted on 01/02/2022

Who Are Motivated Sellers?

Motivated sellers are people who are trying to sell quickly and often at a much lower price. Many factors make motivated sellers a great option to work with both for investors and sellers’ agents. Here are some of the most common types of motivated sellers you’re likely to encounter in the real estate market. Owners of Distressed Property...

Home Selling

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Posted on 12/26/2021

Building in a Humid Climate? Here's What You Need to Know

Image by Bruno from Pixabay When building a new home, climate has the potential to affect every decision. The architecture and layout of your home, landscaping and features all need to be the best possible choices for the region you’re building in. While you always have some freedom, knowing the best practices for building homes in humid climates...

Airflow

Building Materials

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Posted on 12/19/2021

Home renovations that can make your home more comfortable

Home improvements are made to improv your quality of life and your home's potential values. While there is no wrong way to approach home renovations, consider the following recommendations. 1: Replace loose heating and venting registers Loose and inexpensively made heating and venting registers have a way of rattling just enough to bother homeowners. But they also tend...

Home Renovations

Home Upgrades

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Posted on 12/12/2021

Why You Should Expect Recording Fees to be Part of Your Closing Costs

Photo by Steve Buissinne via Pixabay There are a variety of different terms that you must become familiar with as you purchase a new home. You have to pay an application fee, underwriting fees, titles fees and more. But one that seems to leave many buyers scratching their heads is the recording fee. A recording fee is a...

Buying

Closing Costs

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Posted on 12/05/2021

Pros & Cons: Open Concept Homes

Open concept homes, also called open floor plans, have been a mainstay of home design for decades. There are many reasons this style of architecture is so popular, yet there are also some downsides. If you’re considering an open concept home, here are the major pros and cons to consider: Open Concept Pros Better Flow - With a...

Closed Concept

Floor Plan

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Posted on 11/28/2021

3 Telltale Signs Your Home Needs New Insulation

People who harbor a sneaking suspicion they're paying too much in heating and cooling expenses are often on to something. Under-insulated attics alone can reportedly increase utility bills by as much as 25 percent. If you identify any of the following telltale signs, consider new insulation. 1: Home Experiences Temperature Shifts Imagine sitting by an open window as...

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