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Posted on 01/23/2022
Home Alone: Ways to Keep Your Pets Safe
Image by Lisa Simmons from Pixabay While house hunting, it’s always a good idea to drop your pets off at doggy daycare or get a pet sitter for the afternoon. If you have no choice but to leave them at home, you can keep them safe by properly preparing the space ahead of time. Here’s a look at...
Home Security
Home Security
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Posted on 01/16/2022
Options for Financing Home Remodeling Projects
When you plan to do a few smaller remodeling projects, you might fit them into your budget easily and over time. However, larger or more complex home remodeling projects might be harder to afford. If you aren’t able to pay for these kinds of upgrades upfront, you can look into financing options. These options allow you to have...
HELOC
Home Equity
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Posted on 01/09/2022
3 DIY Crafts Perfect for Your Home Office
No matter where you work, it’s important to love the look of your workspace. Being in an aesthetically pleasing and refreshing environment can help with productivity and focus. If you’re looking for ways to add some organization and flair to your office environment, there are plenty of wood crafts you can DIY. Here are some ideas for crafting...
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DIY
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Posted on 01/02/2022
These 4 Special Home Inspections Will Catch What a Standard Inspection Won't
Photo by taner ardalı on Unsplash Hiring a home inspector is an expected step in the buying process. It’s important for first-time homebuyers to understand what is in a standard inspection, as well as know the options available for more specific concerns. A lender might require special inspections, for example, but these extra options are always worth considering...
First Time Homebuyers
Foundation
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Posted on 12/29/2021
Sterling, VA Real Estate Market Update 12/29/2021
Click here to view Sterling, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 12/26/2021
Expenses to Plan When Buying Your First Home
Buying your first home can be an exciting process, but with so many different expenses to account and plan for, it can also be overwhelming. Not sure where to begin with it comes to saving for your first home? There are a few expenses you won't want to overlook. Down Payment First, make sure you have enough money...
Expenses
First Home
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Posted on 12/19/2021
Unique Design Ideas for Your Ceilings
When putting together a room’s design, there’s one area that often gets overlooked above all others, and that’s the ceiling. There are a variety of interesting things you can do with a ceiling to bring life to a room. Some ideas will give the space an elegant look while other things will even help enhance the room’s lighting—without...
Design Tips
Ceiling
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Posted on 12/12/2021
3 Ways to Increase Your Resource Independence
According to data generated by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the average monthly electric bill increased from to $115 monthly even though usage has steadily declined during the last 10 years. The hard data compiled in 2019 shows that some states enjoy monthly utility bills as low as $76 while others suffer costs as high as $168....
Home Improvement
Home Improvement
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Posted on 12/05/2021
Starting a Windowsill Herb Garden: What You Need to Know
Have you always dreamed of being able to cut fresh herbs from your very own garden? If so, why not turn that dream into a reality? You don't even need to have a dedicated outdoor space for gardening; with a small planter box and some space on (or near) a sunny windowsill, you can grow your favorite herbs...
Herb Garden
Herb Garden
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