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Many homeowners know the feeling of unease that accompanies finding mice or other rodents in their home. Whether in the kitchen, attic, basement or dining room, a rodent sighting can incite surprise and fear in even the most composed homeowner. Unfortunately, these...
A homes roof is its most important feature, and for good reason. If the roof leaks or is damaged in some way, it can lead to a host of problems " and insurance claims.Many home insurance companies limit how they insure roofs, so its worthwhile before buying home...
Between the craziness of work, social events and family, its difficult to find the time to clean the house, let alone do a deep cleaning. Although we all somehow manage to clean regularly enough to keep our homes looking and smelling fresh, many people also likely...
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Mortgage brokers and other real estate experts can often help homebuyers find the best interest rate on a mortgage that fits their needs, but that doesnt mean borrowers shouldnt shop around so that they’re well informed before talking to an expert.Here are a few...
So you’re looking for a home loan? Before you find yourself up to your knees in brand new terminology, brush up on these common phrases:FICO scoreThese are the credit scores that the majority of lenders use to determine your credit risk, and the number makes a very...
More space is one of the must-haves of just about everyone looking for a home, but if you happen to have a home on the market that has tiny rooms, it doesn’t mean there won’t be any interest in the property. It just means you may have to do some things to jazz it up.A...
A master suite can be a private oasis in your new homebut it can also factor into your homes value.Typical features include a large bedroom area, spacious closets, a luxurious bathroom and other amenities.But a master suite can be expensive and affect the homes appeal...
Local governments and school districts raise a large portion of the money that goes toward paying for education, emergency services, transportation and other public goods through property taxes. The amount that individual homeowners pay is determined by the assessed...
What is wabi-sabi you ask? Its an ancient Japanese philosophy and way of life thats ready to transform your living space. At the core of wabi-sabi is the notion that nothing is permanent nor perfect. When applied to interior design, the concept is focused on creating...
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Many homeowners know the feeling of unease that accompanies finding mice or other rodents in their home. Whether in the kitchen, attic, basement or dining room, a rodent sighting can incite surprise and fear in even the most composed homeowner. Unfortunately, these...
A homes roof is its most important feature, and for good reason. If the roof leaks or is damaged in some way, it can lead to a host of problems " and insurance claims.Many home insurance companies limit how they insure roofs, so its worthwhile before buying home...
Between the craziness of work, social events and family, its difficult to find the time to clean the house, let alone do a deep cleaning. Although we all somehow manage to clean regularly enough to keep our homes looking and smelling fresh, many people also likely...
Published with permission from RISMedia.
Mortgage brokers and other real estate experts can often help homebuyers find the best interest rate on a mortgage that fits their needs, but that doesnt mean borrowers shouldnt shop around so that they’re well informed before talking to an expert.Here are a few...
So you’re looking for a home loan? Before you find yourself up to your knees in brand new terminology, brush up on these common phrases:FICO scoreThese are the credit scores that the majority of lenders use to determine your credit risk, and the number makes a very...
More space is one of the must-haves of just about everyone looking for a home, but if you happen to have a home on the market that has tiny rooms, it doesn’t mean there won’t be any interest in the property. It just means you may have to do some things to jazz it up.A...
A master suite can be a private oasis in your new homebut it can also factor into your homes value.Typical features include a large bedroom area, spacious closets, a luxurious bathroom and other amenities.But a master suite can be expensive and affect the homes appeal...
Local governments and school districts raise a large portion of the money that goes toward paying for education, emergency services, transportation and other public goods through property taxes. The amount that individual homeowners pay is determined by the assessed...
What is wabi-sabi you ask? Its an ancient Japanese philosophy and way of life thats ready to transform your living space. At the core of wabi-sabi is the notion that nothing is permanent nor perfect. When applied to interior design, the concept is focused on creating...