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Lifestyle

Adopting a Minimalist Approach to Your Garage

Minimalism has grown in popularity over the last several years. There are plenty of benefits to a minimalist lifestyle, including less...

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Lifestyle

Tips for Creating a Home Gym Space

Throughout the pandemic, home gyms have become increasingly popular. People are realizing more than ever that you don’t need to pay for an...

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Mortgage 101

Homeownership and Divorce: What You Need to Know

The divorce rate in the U.S. continues to decline, with just 2.9 people per 1000 getting divorced each year. But, when you’re the one going...

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Homebuying

Tips for Millennials Entering the Housing Market

Right now, many millennials (those born between 1981 and 1997) are entering a new phase in their lives. Those on the older end of the...

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Lifestyle

How Homeowners Can Improve Environmental Impact Year-Round

As a homeowner, you have a unique ability to impact the Earth through your living decisions. You can reduce your environmental impact...

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Lifestyle

Tips for Building or Buying a More Sustainable Home

If sustainability is important to you, you might already adjust your daily habits to be more environmentally friendly. But, why not go...

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Lifestyle

Assessing the Hidden Dangers Lurking in Your Home

Whether you’re a first-time homeowner or you’re moving into a different house after living in the same place for years, there are certain...

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Homebuying

Preparing Your Finances For Your Next House

Buying a home is an expensive proposition. Down payments and closing costs can easily run into the tens of thousands of dollars — and that...

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Home Selling

Budget-Friendly Improvement Projects that Add Value to a Home

There is no end to the number of improvements and changes that you can make to a house. Everything from massive additions to a home pulley...

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