While most Americans might dream of buying a home, today’s high interest rates have prompted many to hit pause and ponder: Is now really the right time to buy, or should I wait?
The concern is understandable. In ...
While most Americans might dream of buying a home, today’s high interest rates have prompted many to hit pause and ponder: Is now really the right time to buy, or should I wait?
The concern is understandable. In ...
When you’ve found the perfect house, you may be surprised you have to work around a property easement. You’ll want to include learning about any easements among your steps to buying a house because the rights granted by an easement could affect your privacy and future plans for the property ...
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Forget the splashy in-ground pools, the brand-new deck, and those impressive fire features. The landscaping that can fetch the highest return on investment might ...
7 Fall Decor Tips for When Your Home Is On the Market
Autumn provides home sellers with unique opportunities for staging and decorating. But does fall decor actually help sell your home, or make it more difficult to attract buyers?
As you consider the best way to ...
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Tune in to HGTV these days, and it’s more than likely you’ll spot some flipping duo ripping out a home’s humble bathtub to make space for a large, luxurious shower.
This got me wondering: Why?
Sometimes, these flippers go so far as to remove the only tub ...
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The idea of building your own home is a bucket-list dream for many of us. Imagine: You get to customize it to your needs and tastes—whether that means a classic rocking-chair porch out front or a hot tub in back—and watch your personal palace take shape, right in front ...
View MoreHere's how to properly adhere to U.S. flag code when flying Old Glory at home.
Displaying an American flag is a great way to show off your love for our country. However, your act of patriotism can quickly become (unintentionally) disrespectful if you're unaware of an important ...
View More12 Small Updates With Big Impact in a Bathroom
These mini makeovers are the easiest, breeziest ways to refresh your space.
Leveling up your bathroom might sound like a huge undertaking, but the truth is, giving this space a new look you love doesn't have to mean a major ...
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Think you’ve got a black thumb, and no amount of gardening advice can help keep your plants from meeting untimely demises? We’re here to say that growing flowers and veggies is definitely an art, but it’s one you can learn fast with a few shortcuts—aka gardening hacks. ...
View MoreMake these easy fixes to your exterior areas now so you're ready to enjoy leisurely dinners on the deck later.
Even if you didn't get any snow, winter can do a number on your home. Once the cold weather tapers off and the ground starts to soften, it’s ...
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