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Ahhh, summertime. Cookouts, nature hikes, pool games, outdoor markets, parades and concerts. Home maintenance may have taken a backseat to all this fun. Don't sweat, there's still time to make sure your house stays in tip-top shape. Use this simple checklist to round...
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...
Do you need to put down 20 percent to buy a house?Not necessarily. In fact, most buyers make lower down payments.But putting down 20 percent or more does come with major perks.A mortgage lender would consider you more financially stable and less risky.That means you...
Kitchen countertops are some of the most frequently used surfaces in a house. They are made to withstand years of wear and tear, but certain common mistakes can damage them. Since kitchen counters are expensive to replace, you should avoid behaviors that could shorten...
In all likelihood, your home is the biggest investment you’ll make in your life. To protect that investment, you should perform regular maintenance to ensure your home runs efficiently for years to come. Although most homeowners already know the importance of...
In the wake of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, the latest storms to devastate thousands of American homes, homeowners may find themselves wondering whether to consider flood insurance.For those in areas perceived as vulnerable, it’s no decision since its required as a...
Published with permission from RISMedia.
Title insurance can be one of those things that someone says you need when you buy a home, but you dont understand why.Without it, you could be left with a nagging question in the back of your mind: “Does the seller really own the property?” If the answer is no, it...
Siding is a critical component of a home that protects it from extreme temperatures, rain, snow and wind. Although siding is designed to last many years, it can become damaged over time by repeated exposure to the elements and lack of maintenance. If your homes siding...
If youre a new homeowner, this may be your first summer in your new house, and one of the things you should be doing to take advantage of the warmer weather is replacing your glass windows with window screens, and adding screen doors to your entryways.There are myriad...
There are more materials, colors, and patterns available in kitchen countertops than ever before"and since many are close in price, the decision may be even harder.The product testers at Consumer Reports scratched, stained and scorched seven of the leading contenders....
Published with permission from RISMedia.
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Ahhh, summertime. Cookouts, nature hikes, pool games, outdoor markets, parades and concerts. Home maintenance may have taken a backseat to all this fun. Don't sweat, there's still time to make sure your house stays in tip-top shape. Use this simple checklist to round...
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...
Do you need to put down 20 percent to buy a house?Not necessarily. In fact, most buyers make lower down payments.But putting down 20 percent or more does come with major perks.A mortgage lender would consider you more financially stable and less risky.That means you...
Kitchen countertops are some of the most frequently used surfaces in a house. They are made to withstand years of wear and tear, but certain common mistakes can damage them. Since kitchen counters are expensive to replace, you should avoid behaviors that could shorten...
In all likelihood, your home is the biggest investment you’ll make in your life. To protect that investment, you should perform regular maintenance to ensure your home runs efficiently for years to come. Although most homeowners already know the importance of...
In the wake of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, the latest storms to devastate thousands of American homes, homeowners may find themselves wondering whether to consider flood insurance.For those in areas perceived as vulnerable, it’s no decision since its required as a...
Published with permission from RISMedia.
Title insurance can be one of those things that someone says you need when you buy a home, but you dont understand why.Without it, you could be left with a nagging question in the back of your mind: “Does the seller really own the property?” If the answer is no, it...
Siding is a critical component of a home that protects it from extreme temperatures, rain, snow and wind. Although siding is designed to last many years, it can become damaged over time by repeated exposure to the elements and lack of maintenance. If your homes siding...
If youre a new homeowner, this may be your first summer in your new house, and one of the things you should be doing to take advantage of the warmer weather is replacing your glass windows with window screens, and adding screen doors to your entryways.There are myriad...
There are more materials, colors, and patterns available in kitchen countertops than ever before"and since many are close in price, the decision may be even harder.The product testers at Consumer Reports scratched, stained and scorched seven of the leading contenders....
Published with permission from RISMedia.