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Posted on 04/26/2022

Try These DIY Upgrades for Instant Curb Appeal

Increasing the curb appeal of your home’s exterior can be a challenge. With so many details to consider, it’s difficult to know where to start. It can be even more difficult to create a budget for a lot of desired upgrades and changes. Luckily, there are some effective changes you can make all on your own while saving...

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Curb Appeal

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Posted on 04/19/2022

Try These Cold Weather Tips for Keeping Your House Warm

For most homeowners, lower temperatures outside mean a spike in utility bill costs. Gas and electric bills can skyrocket with extra use from HVAC systems and hot water consumption in order to stay comfortable. This can be especially problematic for homes with subpar insulation. Whether you live in a drafty house or you just want to save some...

Cold Weather

Fireplace

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Posted on 04/12/2022

Hiring A Contractor To Build Backyard Improvements Proves Cost-Effective

Real estate professionals point to curb appeal as a critical factor in attracting offers and increasing resale value. While a well-manicured lawn and flowering gardens are wonderful assets, homeowners may also want to consider investing in backyard improvements. Too often, homeowners spend weekends laboring in their front yards and hire contractors to remodel the interior of the home....

Backyard

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Posted on 04/05/2022

Which Houseplants Have Medicinal Properties?

Plants have been used to make medicine for centuries, but some stand out above the rest for their many healing properties. Some plants make teas or, with aloe, their leaves broken open and the gooey ooze used as a balm. From aiding in digestion to soothing burns and insect bites, these houseplants are known for their healing properties....

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Health

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Posted on 03/29/2022

What to Do Before Buying a Home Out of State

Long-distance moves can be a challenge. It’s even more challenging when you’re trying to buy a home that’s far away. While moving out of state can be a hassle, there are ways to make the process simpler. Here are the basic steps to buying a house in another state: Visit If Possible If you have time and means,...

Laws

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Posted on 03/27/2022

Calling all Sellers and Home Buyers!

Mortgage rates grew signaficanlty in early 2022, and while the next few weeks will be unpredictable as markets continue to churn, the outlook for the mortgage rates is to rise even higher. Experts from Fannie Mae, NAR and other industry leaders think 30-year mortgage rates could go as high as 4.5% in April. This means it will impact you...

Homebuyer

Sellingmyhome

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Posted on 03/22/2022

Maintenance: Electrical Checklist Items to Keep Your Home Safe

Keeping your electrical system in good condition is a crucial part of lowering the risk of electric shocks, fires and other electrical hazards. Have professional electricians handle major electrical problems and installations, such as putting in new wiring or repairing faulty wires. Doing some regular maintenance on your own can help reduce the risk of electrical problems in...

Electrician

Home Electrical

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Posted on 03/15/2022

3 Useful Ways to Repurpose Mason Jars

Mason jars are a DIY and crafting mainstay. With so many uses beyond just canning, many homeowners have gotten used to keeping a few extra jars around the house just in case. If you're interested in more useful ways to repurpose your extra jars, here are some fun and easy craft ideas to inspire you. Spice Sprinkler For...

Crafts

Decor

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Posted on 03/08/2022

Personalization and Home Entertainment: Trends in Digital Assistants

Digital assistants have become very intuitive, so much that they’re being integrated into a variety of people’s daily lives. From directions in the car to timers in the kitchen to dictation in the living room, technology, such as voice assistants, has become more reliable by the day, which leads to interesting trends in home entertainment. Let’s look at...

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Bixby

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Posted on 03/01/2022

Sweat Equity: What It Is & How to Calculate It

Sweat equity is a term used in real estate and in the business world. For real estate, sweat equity refers to the amount of effort a homeowner or investor puts into improving a property. For those interested in flipping homes, this concept is crucial to determining the home's value. Here is some more info about sweat equity to...

Home Improvement

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Posted on 02/22/2022

How to Build Your Own Tabletop Plant Stand

Adding height variation to your plant collection can enhance the entire look of the collection. Even if you have your potted plants on a shelf, table or other surface off of the floor, some plants definitely benefit from sitting up higher. There are plenty of tabletop plant stands available on the market but they’re also easy to build...

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DIY

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Posted on 02/15/2022

Grow Better Indoor Herbs With These 3 Tips

Are you a culinary adventurer? If so, you know how much fun it can be to experiment with herbs in your soups, sauces and casseroles. Better, it’s easy enough to step that flavor up by using fresh herbs picked straight from the garden. Many culinary herbs are easy to grow on a windowsill, and they’re only an arm’s...

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