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...
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Simple Fixes for Common Door Problems
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...
Everything to Know About Converting Your Attic
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...
How to Use Credit Cards Wisely
Credit cards are helpful and convenient.Unless you use them wisely, though, you could find yourself in financial trouble.Charge responsibly by using a credit card only for items you need, rather than want, and for emergency situations.Dont max out cards, or risk...
5 Tips for That Garage Clean-Out
For many of us, cleaning out our garage is no simple afternoon task. Most garages hold years of accumulated and forgotten items, and clearing them out is a serious job. Below are five tips to help you make the most of the big clean-out.Pick a date. To avoid...
How to Care for Laminate Floors
Published with permission from RISMedia.
How to Appeal a Property Tax Assessment
The amount due on a property tax bill is obviously the main thing that catches a homeowner’s eye"but there are other parts of the bill that should be checked for errors and confirmed as updated.Here are some ways to review your property tax bill and how to appeal...
4 Types of Luxurious Neighborhoods You’ll Find in a City
Here are four types of city neighborhoods that youre likely to come across wherever youre looking for your next home.Central Business DistrictThese neighborhoods are often among the most sought-after because theyre located right in the heart of the city.Historic...
4 Ways to Win in a Seller’s Market
Buying a home in a sellers market can be difficult, but it doesnt have to be impossible.A sellers market occurs when there is a low inventory of homes for sale and a large number of buyers creating high demand. It can lead to competitive bidding and high prices.A real...
Homeowners Insurance: Know What’s Covered
If you plan to lead a conventional life, odds are you will need insurance. Youll need health insurance, car insurance, and eventually home insurance. The latter is often the most perplexing since we have no prior experience with it as we do with health insurance.What...
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Costs of Pool Ownership
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...
Simple Fixes for Common Door Problems
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...
Everything to Know About Converting Your Attic
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...
How to Use Credit Cards Wisely
Credit cards are helpful and convenient.Unless you use them wisely, though, you could find yourself in financial trouble.Charge responsibly by using a credit card only for items you need, rather than want, and for emergency situations.Dont max out cards, or risk...
5 Tips for That Garage Clean-Out
For many of us, cleaning out our garage is no simple afternoon task. Most garages hold years of accumulated and forgotten items, and clearing them out is a serious job. Below are five tips to help you make the most of the big clean-out.Pick a date. To avoid...
How to Care for Laminate Floors
Published with permission from RISMedia.
How to Appeal a Property Tax Assessment
The amount due on a property tax bill is obviously the main thing that catches a homeowner’s eye"but there are other parts of the bill that should be checked for errors and confirmed as updated.Here are some ways to review your property tax bill and how to appeal...
4 Types of Luxurious Neighborhoods You’ll Find in a City
Here are four types of city neighborhoods that youre likely to come across wherever youre looking for your next home.Central Business DistrictThese neighborhoods are often among the most sought-after because theyre located right in the heart of the city.Historic...
4 Ways to Win in a Seller’s Market
Buying a home in a sellers market can be difficult, but it doesnt have to be impossible.A sellers market occurs when there is a low inventory of homes for sale and a large number of buyers creating high demand. It can lead to competitive bidding and high prices.A real...
Homeowners Insurance: Know What’s Covered
If you plan to lead a conventional life, odds are you will need insurance. Youll need health insurance, car insurance, and eventually home insurance. The latter is often the most perplexing since we have no prior experience with it as we do with health insurance.What...