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As new homeowners will learn, borrowers need to provide their lender with proof of homeowners insurance for the full value of the property (usually the purchase price) in order to be approved for the loan.Typically, the standard insurance policy protects your new...
If you have ever owned any stainless steel products, you know how beautiful and appealing the look can be. Stainless steel appliances give a renovated kitchen that POP! it needs, while steel also makes for a very durable cookware product that never disturbs flavors,...
Do you dream of a light, airy living space?Achieve the desired effect with these simple tips:Paint it white.Two coats of white paint will turn your living space into a year-round winter wonderland.Minimize.Cut clutter by adding hidden storage systems. Minimize...
Shopping for a mortgage can be overwhelming. Even if youve owned a few homes and have had a few home loans, chances are there are some mortgage options you dont know about.Here are four to ask a mortgage expert about:A 20 percent down payment isnt a must. The...
Many hopeful homeowners may get confused by the terms modular and manufactured when it comes to property types. And while modular and manufactured homes tend to get used interchangeably, they are actually very different. Technically, both types of homes could be...
To ensure that your shelf is wonderfully styled and has a pleasing visual interest, try adding these indoor plants to your decor.Snake PlantsThese low-maintenance plants are the perfect shelf plant for anyone lacking a green thumb. They tolerate a lot of lighting...
So you’ve got new kitchen cabinets. Congratulations! But now what? For those wondering how to finish their brand-spanking-new cabinets, we run down the pros and cons of painting vs. staining"the two most popular finishing avenues. The kitchen is one of the most...
For those looking to design a new space, here are some home decor tips for starting from scratch.Start With a Neutral PaletteWith neutral tones, your decor options are much more open when it comes to choosing colors, patterns and artwork, as well as changing these...
Are you a bookworm? Do you want to give your home a chic update using what you already own? Perfect. Below are five tips for turning your favorite books into accents, centerpieces, and more.Stacks on stacks. Stack books on end tables, counters and coffee tables that...
With some simple changes, you can convert your laundry room to a more aesthetically pleasing and functional space.StorageInstall cabinets or shelves to store detergent, fabric softener and other supplies that you use to wash and dry clothes, as well as an iron,...
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As new homeowners will learn, borrowers need to provide their lender with proof of homeowners insurance for the full value of the property (usually the purchase price) in order to be approved for the loan.Typically, the standard insurance policy protects your new...
If you have ever owned any stainless steel products, you know how beautiful and appealing the look can be. Stainless steel appliances give a renovated kitchen that POP! it needs, while steel also makes for a very durable cookware product that never disturbs flavors,...
Do you dream of a light, airy living space?Achieve the desired effect with these simple tips:Paint it white.Two coats of white paint will turn your living space into a year-round winter wonderland.Minimize.Cut clutter by adding hidden storage systems. Minimize...
Shopping for a mortgage can be overwhelming. Even if youve owned a few homes and have had a few home loans, chances are there are some mortgage options you dont know about.Here are four to ask a mortgage expert about:A 20 percent down payment isnt a must. The...
Many hopeful homeowners may get confused by the terms modular and manufactured when it comes to property types. And while modular and manufactured homes tend to get used interchangeably, they are actually very different. Technically, both types of homes could be...
To ensure that your shelf is wonderfully styled and has a pleasing visual interest, try adding these indoor plants to your decor.Snake PlantsThese low-maintenance plants are the perfect shelf plant for anyone lacking a green thumb. They tolerate a lot of lighting...
So you’ve got new kitchen cabinets. Congratulations! But now what? For those wondering how to finish their brand-spanking-new cabinets, we run down the pros and cons of painting vs. staining"the two most popular finishing avenues. The kitchen is one of the most...
For those looking to design a new space, here are some home decor tips for starting from scratch.Start With a Neutral PaletteWith neutral tones, your decor options are much more open when it comes to choosing colors, patterns and artwork, as well as changing these...
Are you a bookworm? Do you want to give your home a chic update using what you already own? Perfect. Below are five tips for turning your favorite books into accents, centerpieces, and more.Stacks on stacks. Stack books on end tables, counters and coffee tables that...
With some simple changes, you can convert your laundry room to a more aesthetically pleasing and functional space.StorageInstall cabinets or shelves to store detergent, fabric softener and other supplies that you use to wash and dry clothes, as well as an iron,...