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Posted on 08/15/2021
Three Tips for Creating a Laundry Oasis
Image by Pixabay from Pexels What do you picture when someone says 'laundry'? Is it piles of dirty clothes, sock singles lost to some undisclosed dimension, a moldy smell and lost hours? Or is it shrugging on a warm shirt straight from the dryer, lemon scent and the zen of folding: a little pocket of peace and quiet...
Home Improvement
Laundry
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Posted on 08/08/2021
How New Green Homes Come Together
Photo by ready made from Pexels With all the talk of sustainability and environmental concerns, it's easy to think of these vague ideas as little more than a pie-in-the-sky dream. The nitty-gritty of green homes is often lost on those outside the industry, largely because the concepts are unique to each location and build. We'll look at just...
Eco Home
Energy Efficient
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Posted on 08/01/2021
Custom Floor Plans: Tips for Creating Your New Construction Dream Home
Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko from Pexels New construction gives you a way to start fresh and build the home you’ve always wanted. However, coming up with the perfect custom floor plan might feel intimidating. You don’t have to be an architectural expert to create your ideal floor plan, but it does help to have some knowledge of basic...
Custom
Custom Floor Plan
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Posted on 07/28/2021
BURTONSVILLE, MD Real Estate Market Update 7/28/2021
Click here to view BURTONSVILLE, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 07/25/2021
Planting Near a Basement or Crawlspace: How to Avoid Damage
Image by Jean-Pierre Pellissier from Pixabay It's tempting to plant shrubs and other plants against your house to hide the basement or crawlspace area. However, you could be asking for trouble. Before you buy or plant anything new for spring, find out why it's not such a good idea to have plants too close to your basement or...
Home Gardening
Plants
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Posted on 07/18/2021
Outdoor Heating Options for Your Home
If you have a backyard with a terrace or balcony, consider investing in an outdoor heater to extend your living space. Add warmth to chilly fall or spring evenings while relaxing on your porch swing or enjoying a meal on your patio. With a heat source, you can enjoy your outdoor entertainment area in any season while creating...
Entertaining
Heaters
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Posted on 07/11/2021
Create and Maintain a Beautiful Hanging Basket
Hanging baskets add personal enjoyment and curb appeal to any home. If you’re the creative type, you may prefer to make your own rather than purchase ready-made hanging baskets from home and garden retailers. However, DIY hanging baskets sometimes cannot thrive. The following tips and tricks help ensure that your baskets look and perform their best from spring...
Home Decor
Flowers
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Posted on 07/04/2021
What Makes a Good Real Estate Investment?
Post Image by Jens Neumann from Pixabay If you’re considering making an investment in real estate, you already know some risks you may encounter. While most people talk about how to invest and where you may want to invest, have you thought about what makes a good investment? Here are a few suggestions: Cash-on-Cash Returns Investing in real estate...
Finance
Investing
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Posted on 06/27/2021
BURTONSVILLE, MD Real Estate Market Update 6/27/2021
Click here to view BURTONSVILLE, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 06/27/2021
How to Prepare a Wall for Painting After Removing Wood Paneling
Photo by Prawny via Pixabay Circa 1965, having beautiful wood paneling was the envy of the neighborhood. It was like bringing the outdoors in. But 50-60 years later, it usually just makes a room seem dark and dated unless you live in a log cabin. In most cases, you can remove the paneling and paint the drywall underneath....
DIY
DIY Home Repair
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Posted on 06/20/2021
Photo by Steve Buissinne via Pixabay Tackling projects around the house allows you to boost your skills, saves you money and ensures your home stays in peak condition -- usually. While DIY projects can be safe, successful and rewarding, there are some instances where you're better off leaving the work to a pro. From jobs that are dangerous...
DIY Home Repair
When Not To DIY
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Posted on 06/13/2021
3 Ways to Turn Your Outbuilding Into a Private Getaway
American culture continues to evolve in ways that position couples and families at home. Remote learning and home-schooling place children squarely in the living space longer than those who commute to traditional institutions. Growing work-from-home opportunities allow professionals to reduce drive times and, sometimes, take a little tax deduction for home offices. What all of these scenarios have...
Backyard
Backyard
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