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By Amy Patterson On July 7, 2015

Spice up Your Light

They are the little noticed, rarely thought about part of every room – light switches – and, more specifically, their covers. You...


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Tags: DIY, Design, Homeowners,

There’s something about an industrial loft, strewn end-to-end with pieces that complement the rugged elegance of the space. If...


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Tags: DIY, Design, Home,

By Amy Patterson On July 2, 2015

Mailbox Gardening

Warmer weather is the perfect excuse to spruce up your curb appeal a bit. But maybe you’re not interested in a huge project that...


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Tags: DIY, Homeowners, Gardening,

Saving up for a down payment of 20% is great…for some homebuyers. However, many homebuyers may choose to forgo that option and go...


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Tags: First Time Home Buyers, Home, Homeowners,

The predicted 2015 housing boom just keeps expanding; single-family home sales in May grew to a remarkable 7-year high. Though...


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Tags: Mortgage, First Time Home Buyers, Home,

By Amy Patterson On June 26, 2015

TREND ALERT: Pastels

Think Easter, macaroons and those little melt-in-your-mouth assorted mints people used to give out at weddings. Pastels are an...


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Tags: Design, Home, Homeowners,