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Posted on 12/15/2019

Photo by 영훈 박 via Pixabay Your bathroom can be a considerable source of energy use in your home. The Department of Energy states that water heating accounts for up to 18 percent of energy bills, which is the second largest expense in your home after heating and cooling. Showers and baths aren’t the only reasons for high...

Bathroom

Energy Efficient

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Posted on 12/08/2019

Breath New Life Into an Ailing Fence

Photo by Atner Yegorov via Pixabay Do you have an old fence that has good bones but nonetheless is detracting from the overall aesthetic of your outdoor living space? If so, consider giving the fence a facelift rather than tearing it down and replacing it with a brand-new version. You don't have to be a professional fence contractor...

DIY

Fences

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Posted on 12/01/2019

How to Tackle Home Selling Challenges

Home sellers may encounter problems as they try to get the best prices for their residences. Fortunately, there are lots of things that sellers can do to reduce or eliminate hurdles that otherwise may slow down the house selling journey. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you tackle various home selling hurdles. 1. Analyze the...

Tips On Selling

Selling Your Home

Posted on 11/24/2019

Green Tips: Make Your Own Natural Cleaning Solutions

Homemade cleaning solutions aren't just effective. They're also free of irritating chemicals, gentle on delicate surfaces, and easy on the environment. Here are a few recipes for making your own cleaning solutions. Natural Wood Polish This is a classic mix: In a small cup, mix one part olive oil to one part lemon juice. Now, use a soft...

Cleaning

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Posted on 11/17/2019

Florida Is More Than Just Golf, Beaches, and Balmy Weather

It's common knowledge that a sedentary lifestyle can speed up the aging process, contribute to a variety of health problems, and undermine one's overall quality of life. So why are unhealthy lifestyles so prevalent in this country?Americans who live in snowy climates do have somewhat of a legitimate excuse for being sedentary four months of the year: tons of...

Relocating

Best Place To Live

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Posted on 11/10/2019

What You Should Know to Rent a Moving Container

If you are planning for a move, hiring a truck is one of the first things that comes to mind. However, trucks are not the only means to transport your belongings. Have you ever heard of a Moving Container? A Moving container is a portable and durable storage unit that you can use to carry your stuff to...

Homeowner

Moving Tips

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Posted on 11/03/2019

How Can You Become a Persistent Home Seller?

Persistence may prove to be exceedingly important to a home seller. In fact, a persistent home seller may be better equipped than others to reap the benefits of a fast, profitable property selling experience. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you become a persistent home seller. 1. Analyze the Real Estate Market Persistence and confidence...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

Posted on 10/27/2019

Tips For Successful Mortgage Closing

Pick a date The best time to set a closing date is at the end of the month as interest at the table is at its lowest then, and you'll want to pick a closing date around the same time your current lease is set to lapse. Take your time The conclusion of the closing means you have...

Homebuyers

Mortgage Rates

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Posted on 10/20/2019

How to Expedite the Home Selling Journey

The home selling journey may prove to be long and arduous, particularly for those who fail to plan ahead. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to expedite the house selling cycle and quickly achieve your desired results. Let's take a look at three tips to help you accelerate the home selling journey. 1. Understand Your Target Audience...

Tips On Selling

Selling Your Home

Posted on 10/13/2019

How to Shop at a Farmers Market

A farmer's market is a meeting point where farmers sell foods or freshly produced cheeses or meats for human consumption which may be located indoors or outdoors to make customers comfortable. There are bountiful reasons to shop at the farmers' market due to the availability of fresh vegetables and fruits. At a farmers’ market, you’ll even find prepared...

Healthy Foods

Grocery Shopping

Posted on 10/06/2019

How to Get Started With Meal Prep

What steps does it take to plan and execute a make-ahead meal plan? You need a desire to take on a big project. Along with planning what meal recipes you will use you will need to prepare for the grocery shopping trip. You will need a prepping and cooking game plan for the day you put these meals...

Meal Planning

How To

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Posted on 09/29/2019

Let's Dispel Some Old Mortgage Myths

Myths are lies that are perceived to be true. Like every other industry in the world that has myths surrounding them, the real estate industry has its tales. People have ideas in their head about the mortgage industry that are not true. If you are buying a house and all you feel is happiness, then you might be...

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