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Happy Earth Day 2024! We think Earth Day is a perfect time to share this commitment with you. The Brockette Homes team, part of Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS, is pledging to donate to reforesting our communities based on the number of transactions we close by the end of the...
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Cedar Rapids/Marion IA Real Estate Market Update_1st qtr 2024 Beth Brockette, of Brockette Homes with Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS, is here to give you an update on the real estate market as we head into spring. Since about 2018 or 2019, we started seeing a big change in...
Every time a prospective homebuyer walks onto your property, there are a few things that they will absolutely not put up with. These deal breakers can be anywhere in the home, but there is one area that we often forget about: the backyard.The backyard is very...
Before you reach for the chips or ice cream, consider one of these options instead, recommended by Cooking Light magazine:Whole Grain Toast and HummusHummus is rich in vitamin B, which helps metabolize carbohydrates, protein and fats. The fiber in whole grain bread...
A backyard pool can look like a lot of fun when youre house-hunting. Summer days full of swimming and splashing around your pool can be great fun, but sooner or later youre going to have to face the costs that come with a pool.Here are some of the costs of pool...
Coming up with the down payment on a home can be hard enough, and one way to make a home more affordable is to spread out the mortgage payments over 30 years.But 30 years can be daunting, and that time can be cut down with a 15-year mortgage. Its a lot more expensive...
Is a door in your home not shutting properly? There may be an issue. Here are some simple fixes for common door problems.If a Door Isn’t Aligned Correctly…Try tightening the screws in the hinges near large gaps. If the door is too tight, place a shim behind one of the...
If you own a house, homeowners insurance is a necessity. A storm might damage your home, your belongings might be stolen, or someone might be injured. Without homeowners insurance, you would be responsible for paying those bills, which could easily total thousands of...
Published with permission from RISMedia.
According to a recent HomeAdvisor research report, Americans spent on average $564-$2,260 to install a home automation system, with prices ranging as high as $15,000 to install a hard-wired system. While outfitting your home with a full suite of smart home technology...
If your home has an attic, you may be able to convert it to a bedroom.Pros of an Attic ConversionConverting your attic to a bedroom won’t change the overall footprint of your home.Remodeling your attic can be cheaper and less disruptive than moving.An attic bedroom...
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Happy Earth Day 2024! We think Earth Day is a perfect time to share this commitment with you. The Brockette Homes team, part of Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS, is pledging to donate to reforesting our communities based on the number of transactions we close by the end of the...
Cedar Rapids/Marion IA Real Estate Market Update_1st qtr 2024 Beth Brockette, of Brockette Homes with Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS, is here to give you an update on the real estate market as we head into spring. Since about 2018 or 2019, we started seeing a big change in...
Every time a prospective homebuyer walks onto your property, there are a few things that they will absolutely not put up with. These deal breakers can be anywhere in the home, but there is one area that we often forget about: the backyard.The backyard is very...
Before you reach for the chips or ice cream, consider one of these options instead, recommended by Cooking Light magazine:Whole Grain Toast and HummusHummus is rich in vitamin B, which helps metabolize carbohydrates, protein and fats. The fiber in whole grain bread...
A backyard pool can look like a lot of fun when youre house-hunting. Summer days full of swimming and splashing around your pool can be great fun, but sooner or later youre going to have to face the costs that come with a pool.Here are some of the costs of pool...
Coming up with the down payment on a home can be hard enough, and one way to make a home more affordable is to spread out the mortgage payments over 30 years.But 30 years can be daunting, and that time can be cut down with a 15-year mortgage. Its a lot more expensive...
Is a door in your home not shutting properly? There may be an issue. Here are some simple fixes for common door problems.If a Door Isn’t Aligned Correctly…Try tightening the screws in the hinges near large gaps. If the door is too tight, place a shim behind one of the...
If you own a house, homeowners insurance is a necessity. A storm might damage your home, your belongings might be stolen, or someone might be injured. Without homeowners insurance, you would be responsible for paying those bills, which could easily total thousands of...
Published with permission from RISMedia.
According to a recent HomeAdvisor research report, Americans spent on average $564-$2,260 to install a home automation system, with prices ranging as high as $15,000 to install a hard-wired system. While outfitting your home with a full suite of smart home technology...
If your home has an attic, you may be able to convert it to a bedroom.Pros of an Attic ConversionConverting your attic to a bedroom won’t change the overall footprint of your home.Remodeling your attic can be cheaper and less disruptive than moving.An attic bedroom...