Almost four out of 10 homeowners go over budget when doing a remodel, according to a 2014 report from home improvement site Houzz. Another stat that’ll make you think: Only one in five comes in under budget. Protect your bottom line with these five tips: 1. Reconsider DIY DIY is cheaper, right? Not necessarily, […]
Low interest rates, an improving job market, and an increase in the number of new and existing homes for sale fueled a 3.3% increase in the number of homes under contract to sell in July, data from the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® show. “Steady job additions to the economy are helping family finances and giving
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Buying a home is typically the single largest purchase/investment most people will make in their lifetime. This is why it is important to protect your interest by enlisting the help of a Certified Buyers Representative (CBR). Real estate salespeople traditionally are hired by and represent the seller and his interests, but a CBR represents the
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If you’re thinking of sprucing up your yard, install what you love; but also pick upgrades that will increase your home’s value and, someday, attract buyers. The new “2014 Residential Landscape Architecture Trends Survey” by the American Society of Landscape Architects clues you in on what outdoor features are trending up: 1. Outdoor lighting (98.3%
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Do you love your home as much as Edith Macefield, the 84-year-old Seattle woman whose story is remarkably similar to the plotline in the movie “Up”? She turned down a $1 million offer in 2006, then forced developers to build their five-story shopping mall around her little cottage. Do you love your home as much
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Before purchasing a home, you should always have it inspected by a professional home inspector The home inspection will typically cover on the exterior, walls, foundation, grading, ( to make sure water is running away from the home) as well as the garage. On the interior the inspection will cover the homes heating and cooling
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In a world of Pinterest inspiration and DIY video tutorials, there’s no reason your kids’ playroom can’t work just as much magic for you as it does for your kids’ imaginations. Here, three parents (and grandparents) pull off DIY playroom projects that the kids love — almost as much as they do. A Working Mom’s
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For Lucas Hall, finding that answer has been trial and error. As a “DIY landlord” for more than two years and founder of Landlordology, an online resource for landlords, he’s gutted three homes and renovated countless others. “I’m just handy enough to be dangerous,” Hall says. He’s suffered more than his fair share of DIY
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1. Soak Brushes in Fabric Softener to Keep Bristles Soft Every DIY painter has been privy to the horrors of a day-old brush with stiff bristles that makes round two nearly impossible. To prevent your brushes from becoming hard and unusable, make sure to rinse thoroughly (no soap), and swish them in a mixture of
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1. Break Out the Drill on Your BathtubCleaning a grungy tub can be back-breaking work. But here’s a genius idea that’ll save you time and sweat: Use your drill. Simply attach a foam ball polishing attachment, and use it to do the scrubbing for you. Look in the automotive section for the attachment, which is
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