Owning solar panels isn’t just for solar enthusiasts anymore. With the steady drop in the price of solar panels, adding rooftop solar panels to your home has become a more viable home investment option. The benefits can include lower electricity bills and an increase in the resale value of your home. But because no two...
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Installing energy-saving technology is a great idea, whether you’re moving into a new place or upgrading your current home. Different devices and types of technology can increase the comfort of your home and help you save money. They can also help you become more environmentally conscious. There’s an increasing array of devices and software programs...
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More people are paying attention to what goes into their food, even their healthy vegetables. They see the advantage of buying food that is locally grown because it tastes better, picked at the best moment of flavor. So what could be more local than growing your favorite vegetables on your sunny porch? If you don’t...
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The rising popularity of smartphones is playing a role in the growth of home security systems. Now, security systems don’t just trip an alarm if an intruder comes through the door anymore, they enable homeowners to watch live streaming video of their homes, turn on lights and disarm the system – all from their smartphones....
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Ever get the urge to freshen up your humble abode? Whether it’s new paint in the living room or trendy front yard landscaping, you can never get enough of those DIY projects. While do-it-yourself seems more fun and less expensive, it’s not always the best option. Let’s explore which home renovation projects are safe to...
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We’re kicking off our Fire Prevention Week 2014 series with tips on how to protect your home and what’s in it. Think of each room as a separate entity with its own set of rules. Begin in the bedroom The U.S. Fire Administration estimates 600 Americans die in fires that start in bedrooms. Let’s start...
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Want a brand-new kitchen or completely renovated bathroom, but don’t feel like emptying your wallet? Sometimes, a quick touch-up or easy fix can transform a room – without costing you hundreds of dollars. Check out five easy and quick cosmetic home updates to make everyone wonder if you hired a 15-person crew.
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Be sure to light your home the right way. Electric lights are such a fixture of our everyday lives that we really don’t give them much thought. But every year, more than 28,000 residential electrical fires cause an estimated $1 billion in damage, according to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA). So those simple lighting projects...
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When you turn on your sprinkler system after the winter or another long period of not being used, it’s important to do it correctly. We’ll take a step-by-step look at how to restart it in a way that can help keep your system operating safely and efficiently. [1] Turning on sprinkler system after winter First,...
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Just like leases have lessors, liens have lienors, or lienholders. The lienholder is the creditor to whom the debtor owes money. In some more specific cases, the lienholder may have given the debtor a loan to buy something, a car or a house, and their lien applies to that purchase until the loan is paid...
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Summertime: the absolute peak of wedding season, when bright colors are in, and events can be held outside in the splendor of a warm sunny day. From the many-colored beauty of summer wedding decorations to the unique outdoor venues available during this time of the year, there are many reasons to have a summer wedding....
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In the market for a used car? Here’s what you need to know while you’re looking.
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Learn how to stay safe while driving at night with these tips.
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If winter weather catches you off guard and your home is not prepared for heavy snow and cold, you can experience damage ranging from burst pipes to a collapsed roof. Costs for repairs of this scale add up quickly, so prepare in autumn to protect your house during the colder months. Follow these winterizing tips...
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More cities, resorts and parks are going the extra mile to accommodate the booming activity of snowmobiling in the U.S. The International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association (ISMA) estimates 124,769 snowmobiles were sold worldwide in 2023; 53,553 were sold in the U.S. If you’re considering a snowmobile winter vacation, here are some awesome destinations for novices and...
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