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By Morgan Saylor On September 29, 2016

Tools of a Homeowner

You may not be the handiest tool in the shed… but as a homeowner, you literally will need some tools in your shed.


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Tags: Home, Homeowners, Maintenance,

By Morgan Saylor On September 14, 2016

Helpful Household Hacks

There are dozens of horribly annoying things that can happen around your house that require special attention – doors that stick,...


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Tags: Maintenance, Home Maintenance, hacks

As a new homeowner, you may not be abreast of all you need to know about maintaining your home – least of all how to budget for...


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Tags: Home, Spring, Summer,

Bugs in or around your home at some point in time are pretty much an inevitability. Whether it’s ants, mosquitos, or other type...


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Tags: Home, Maintenance, Easy,

By Morgan Saylor On July 13, 2016

Appraisal Prepping

If you’re selling or refinancing your home, you anticipate having your home appraised. An appraisal may be intimidating to some,...


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Tags: Refinance, Home Value, Appraisal,

If you don’t have one, you might be looking for a home with a wood deck, or you’re considering building one. A wood deck can add...


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Tags: Outdoor Living, Maintenance, wood,