Category: Tips and Tricks
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Balancing Your Wants and Needs
Balancing your wants and needs as a homebuyer this spring! Though there are more homes for sale now than there were at this time last year, there’s still an undersupply with fewer houses available than in more normal, pre-pandemic years. The Monthly Market Trends Report from realtor.com puts it this way: “While the number of…
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Should You Rent Your House or Sell It?
If you’re a homeowner ready to make a move, you may be thinking about using your current house as a short-term rental property instead of selling it. A short-term rental is typically offered as an alternative to a hotel, and they are an investment that’s gained popularity in recent years. According to a Harris Poll…
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Preventing Bird Strikes on Windows
We know sometimes birds hit windows, and it’s much worse during migration. Here are a few simple things you can do to stop window strikes. Unfortunately, sometimes birds run into windows. It can be much worse during spring and fall migration. It’s never fun to see our feathered friends suffering after these window strikes. Luckily…
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Stolen Catalytic Converters
Catalytic converter theft is skyrocketing across the country. Here’s why thieves are after these valuable car parts and what you can do to prevent yours from getting stolen. You’ve probably heard the term “catalytic converter” recently. Unfortunately, it’s likely for all the wrong reasons. Theft of this important car part has skyrocketed in the last…
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New vs. Existing
Pros and Cons New Home Construction Pros: *Modern floor plan (open sapce, flex rooms, larger windows) *Delayed major maintenance costs (such as roof or HVAC) *Lower utility bills as a result of stricter building codes and newer energy efficient products *More upfront personalization Builder warranties on materials, workmanship and structural items Cons: *Higher upfront costs…
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Fall Home Selling Checklist
When it comes to selling your house, you want it to look it’s best inside and out. Any improvements you make will increase the saleability of your home.
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Fall Cleanup
Fall cleanup chores are more important than others to keep your yard and gardens looking fantastic. They also set yourself up for success through winter and spring. Here are a few tasks never to skip: 1. Take Care of Garden Tools Clean all your garden tools thoroughly. It’s also a good time to organize them…
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Landscaping
Low Maintenance Landscaping Ideas for Your Yard If you want a beautiful yard without a lot of fuss, here are six low maintenance landscaping tips that will keep your yard looking great with minimal effort. Use Drought Tolerant Plants Watering restrictions are a reality in many areas, and it makes sense to reduce watering chores…