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    6 Kitchen Renovation Ideas That Add Value to Your Home

    Home September 15, 2021

    If you’ve never done a kitchen renovation, you probably know someone who has. Kitchens are the most popular part of the home to renovate, and it’s easy to see why.1 Updating your home to better match your tastes and serve your required functionality can be a thrill, and it’s also a way to add value...

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    Remodeling Tips: 26 Home Renovation Mistakes to Avoid

    Home - Safety November 2, 2020

    Are you renovating your home? Whether you do it yourself or hire a professional, make sure you do it right the first time. Home projects can take a big bite out of your budget and your time if they’re not done properly. Here are some of the most common home renovations mistakes to avoid: 1....

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    8 DIY Home Décor Projects to Tackle When Staying Home

    Home - Technology & Trends August 28, 2020

    Looking for things to do while social-distancing? These DIY home décor ideas are the perfect solution for a productive day while updating your home. Create unique pieces of furniture or a new look for any room in a few hours or a few days. With a small investment and a bit of repurposing, these 8...

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    Deck vs Patio: Which One Is Right for You?

    Maintenance November 11, 2019

    Two worthy outdoor opponents. One difficult question: Should I buy a deck or patio? If you’re going to invest in an outdoor space, you want to carefully consider all of the factors. Learn the difference between a deck and patio, then use the deck vs. patio pros and cons charts below to help you decide....

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    Home Safety Tips for Seniors

    Empty Nester October 15, 2019

    Simple fixes and smart thinking can ensure a safe environment for seniors. Stairs are the most obvious barrier to seniors hoping to stay in their homes as long as possible. But lighting, bath and kitchen design as well as access to home systems all require a top-to-bottom rethinking to ensure the elderly can manage the...

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    10 Home Improvements That Add Value

    Maintenance October 1, 2019

    Imagine your home with a new, fully remodeled kitchen – or a carpeted recreation room in the basement for the kids. Home improvements and upgrades not only make a space more pleasant to live in, they can also add value to your house.

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    Planning an In-Law Suite: What to Consider

    Home - Safety June 5, 2019

    As parents get older, they often include their adult children in deciding what type of housing they should consider. One of today’s trends is the rise of mother-in-law suites, which can also be called granny suites, granny pods and granny flats. These separate-but-connected spaces provide a way for adult children and their aging parents to...

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    The Benefits of Minimalist Living

    Empty Nester December 27, 2017

    Accumulating things is just part of life. There are the items we need, and then there are those we don’t really need — but how much is too much? At a certain point, you may feel overwhelmed or crowded by all of your stuff. Your things may cease to have meaning, or worse, you may...

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    Signs of Termites: What’s Bugging Your Home?

    Maintenance September 1, 2016

    Termites can be stealthy and they can show up anywhere. Particularly in warmer climates these insects can be an issue, cautions Brian T. Forschler, PhD, professor of entomology, University of Georgia, Athens. “I’ve lived in the South for 30 years, and I’ve heard many in the Southern states say, ‘There are two kinds of houses...

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