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Four Handy Tips for Managing Your Lawn After the Spring Rains Have Arrived

May 22nd, 2015 · Comments Off on Four Handy Tips for Managing Your Lawn After the Spring Rains Have Arrived

In many areas, the spring months mean warmer temperatures, more sunshine and plenty of beneficial rainfall that your yard may thrive with. By following these helpful tips, you can take better care of your yard during the rainy spring season.

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Thinking About a Major Renovation? Three Reasons to Consider Adding a Second Story

May 15th, 2015 · Comments Off on Thinking About a Major Renovation? Three Reasons to Consider Adding a Second Story

When your home is no longer fully functional for your needs, you may be thinking about moving into a larger home with a more functional floor plan. While this is one option to consider, another option is to renovate your existing home. There are several reasons why adding a second story to your floor plan may be the best solution for you.

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Ready to Relocate? 3 Tips on How to Set a Moving Budget That Won’t Break the Bank

April 17th, 2015 · Comments Off on Ready to Relocate? 3 Tips on How to Set a Moving Budget That Won’t Break the Bank

Relocating to a new area can be exciting, but it can also be expensive. There are many resources to help, but most cost money. However, if you take your time and plan carefully, you can reduce the expense so you dont start your new life with new debt.

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The Spring Rains Are Coming – Here’s How to Prepare Your Home if You Live in a Flood Zone

April 14th, 2015 · Comments Off on The Spring Rains Are Coming – Here’s How to Prepare Your Home if You Live in a Flood Zone

If your home is located in a flood zone, it’s critical that you know how to get ready for those drenching spring rains. Here are some basic steps any homeowner can take to prepare for potentially devastating floods.

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Improve Your Home’s Resale Value with Our Guide to Adding a Beautiful Wooden Fence to Your Yard

April 10th, 2015 · Comments Off on Improve Your Home’s Resale Value with Our Guide to Adding a Beautiful Wooden Fence to Your Yard

With many types of home improvements, at least a portion of the cost that you put into the improvement can be recouped from additional value when you sell the home. Adding a beautiful wooden fence to your yard is a great way to boost resale value, and with a closer review, you may determine that you want to install a new privacy fence to your property soon.

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Looking for a Fun DIY Project This Spring? How to Plant Your Own Vegetable Garden

April 3rd, 2015 · Comments Off on Looking for a Fun DIY Project This Spring? How to Plant Your Own Vegetable Garden

When spring arrives, many people want to spend more time outdoors enjoying the fresh air and warmer temperatures. While you could lounge in a chair with a good book, you may find it more enjoyable to plant your own vegetable garden.

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Three Unique Upgrades That Will Drive Your Home’s Resale Price Through the Roof

March 27th, 2015 · Comments Off on Three Unique Upgrades That Will Drive Your Home’s Resale Price Through the Roof

If you are a homeowner, you should always be thinking about ways that you can boost the resale value of your home. Whether you are planning on putting the home on the market, or simply want to be prepared for the future, there are upgrades that can make your property more desirable.

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How Safe is Your Home from a Fire? Learn How to Run a Quick Fire Safety Assessment

March 24th, 2015 · Comments Off on How Safe is Your Home from a Fire? Learn How to Run a Quick Fire Safety Assessment

A fire can rage through your home at a moment’s notice, and it can cause a significant amount of damage in a very short period of time. Damage from the flames, intense heat, smoke and soot can cause tens of thousands of dollars or more in some cases, and a severe fire event can result in a total loss for the homeowner.

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Spring DIY Projects: How to Build a Treehouse That the Kids Will Love

March 20th, 2015 · Comments Off on Spring DIY Projects: How to Build a Treehouse That the Kids Will Love

If you have children, no home is complete without a treehouse. Besides the fact that treehouses provide kids with hours of entertainment, they can also confer ancillary benefits that are hard to quantify. When building any type of treehouse, keep the following tips in mind.

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Spring Cleaning: Follow Our Handy Guide to Organizing Your Garage, Basement and Attic

March 18th, 2015 · Comments Off on Spring Cleaning: Follow Our Handy Guide to Organizing Your Garage, Basement and Attic

Spring is not far off, and your garage, basement and attic need your attention. From sweeping cobwebs to throwing out old, useless junk and organizing family photos, spring cleaning is essential to keeping a tidy house. Follow our handy guide to organizing your garage, basement and attic.

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