The holidays are coming fast. Soon, neighbors across the U.S. will begin seeing holiday decorations going up. With that in mind, it’s important to prioritize the safety of do-it-yourself decorators. Kathleen Neave, a Christmas Decor pro from Stamford, Conn., points out that do-it-yourself decorating-related accidents resulted in about 240 injuries per day last November and […]
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For those of us with basements that are prone to leaking, nothing is more ominous than a heavy rainfall. When water starts seeping into the basement, it can potentially damage a home’s foundation, not to mention ruin the belongings and furnishings we often store in the sub-level of our homes. Here are some tips to
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Perhaps the single biggest obstacle to homeownership is coming up with enough money for a down payment, closing costs, and cash reserves. While some loan programs don’t require a down payment, such as the VA and USDA programs, others do. For example, FHA loans ask for a minimum down payment of just 3.5 percent of
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New data shows that nearly 40 percent of all homes in the United States are owned free and clear, with “the highest share in West Virginia at 54%,” said Bloomberg. “Maryland and the District of Columbia were on the other end of the spectrum with rates of 27% and 24%, respectively.” When many a real estate
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In today’s stainless-steel world filled with clean lines, sharp angles and sleek kitchen accessories, it may seem daunting to achieve the perfect antique style for your kitchen. While it’s true that blending looks from the past with modern-day functionality can be challenging, you don’t have to be a famous designer to create the kitchen of
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Moving is a drag there’s no way of getting around it. But there are ways to make your move a whole lot easier, and it starts with packing. Here are ten moving mistakes you may be making—and how to avoid them.
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If you’ve ever felt like the world is too big, too confusing or just downright overwhelming to tackle on your own, then this blog post is for you. I know what it feels like when it seems like there are so many things in front of us that we can’t do anything about because they’re
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If you’ve ever felt like the world is too big, too confusing or just downright overwhelming to tackle on your own, then this blog post is for you. I know what it feels like when it seems like there are so many things in front of us that we can’t do anything about because they’re
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If you’ve ever felt like the world is too big, too confusing or just downright overwhelming to tackle on your own, then this blog post is for you. I know what it feels like when it seems like there are so many things in front of us that we can’t do anything about because they’re
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If you’ve ever felt like the world is too big, too confusing or just downright overwhelming to tackle on your own, then this blog post is for you. I know what it feels like when it seems like there are so many things in front of us that we can’t do anything about because they’re
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