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Lifestyle

How to Remodel Your Home with No Money

Whether you are in the market to sell or just sick of the same old, same old, a home remodel might be just what you need to freshen up that...

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Home Selling

5 Tips for Staging an Open House

Preparing for an open house can feel like a mountain of a task, but with some work and a little know-how, that upcoming event becomes far...

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Lifestyle

How to Find Extra Space in Your Home

Spring cleaning season is upon us, so as you’re working to declutter those nooks and crannies, why not spend a little extra time...

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Lifestyle

What Is an Emergency Fund and Why Do You Need One?

The importance of an emergency fund cannot be overstated, especially for homeowners. Financial emergencies typically arise with little to...

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Lifestyle

Beautifying Your Front Yard for an Open House

The importance of a first impression can’t be overstated. That very first glance at a house can bring about a strong emotional response in...

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Lifestyle

Creating Outdoor Storage

From bicycles to lawn supplies to seasonal décor, finding a permanent place for all of the items in your home can be a tricky task. Not...

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Lifestyle

8 Outdoor Activities for a Snow Day

The temperatures are dropping and snow has begun to fall, urging many of us indoors to brave the long winter months from the comfort of our...

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Homebuying

When Should I Buy a House?

Buying a house for the first time is as exciting as it is nerve-wracking. Knowing what to buy and when are two of the more stressful life...

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Lifestyle

Tricks for Bedtime Routines

Bedtime with children is not for the faint of heart. Even the most experienced parents grow tired of the never-ending barrage of stall...

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Lifestyle

DIY Gifts for the Whole Family

Burnt out on holiday shopping but still have presents to buy? Join the club. By the third week of December most of us have had enough of...

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