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Author Archives: Debbie Prosser
The History of the NAR
The National Association of REALTORS® was founded as the National Association of Real Estate Exchanges on May 12, 1908 in Chicago. With 120 founding members, 19 Boards, and one state association, the National Association of Real Estate Exchanges’ objective was … Continue reading
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Tagged agent, builders, history, home, NAR, national association of realtors, professional, real estate, real estate broker, realtor
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Curb Appeal Choices w/ Staying Power
Improving your home’s curb appeal brings immediate satisfaction. Plus, the financial benefits can be fabulous, too. Good curb appeal increases your home’s value, making your property easier to sell — and easier to love. The challenge? Spending too much limits your ROI (return on … Continue reading
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Tagged architecture, building, color, concrete, curb appeal, deck, doors, durability, efficient, exterior, floors, garage, granite, home, homeowner, homeowners, house, houselogic, investment, landscape, lawn, lighting, maintain, maintenance, makeovers, mowing, national association of realtors, native plants, paint, patio, property, quality, realtor, remodel, remodeling, repair, return on investment, ROI, roof, Sale, selling, selling point, style, trees, trim, trimming, windows
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4 To-Dos for Hot Summer Days
When it’s hot outside, smart homeowners focus their energies inside on these four tasks. You know: Like taking advantage of your nice, cool basement. #1 Organize the Basement The two most common types of clutter? Old clothes and seasonal … Continue reading
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Tagged art, homeowner, homeowners, house, improvement, July, moving, office, outside, paint, project, Recycling, seasonal, space, Summer
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What is the Fair Housing Act?
We’ve all heard about the Fair Housing Act or the Fair Housing Administration, but not everyone knows what exactly they are for or when they came about. In 1948, the Supreme Court heard the case Shelley v. Kramer and ruled … Continue reading
How to Keep Bugs Out of Your Home & Yard
A lush spot for outdoor entertaining? Great. Perfect. A constant swarm of insects that invade your patio and home? No, thank you. Here’s 7 ways to keep bugs away from your patio and yard, and from getting inside your house. … Continue reading
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Tagged bug free zone, bug repellant, bugs, building, bushes, color, curb appeal, deck, design, grass, gutter, home, house, houselogic, indoor, insect control, keep bugs away, lawn, national association of realtors, outdoor patio, siding
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A Pandemic Makeover
Interior designer Esther Dormer(link is external) sought to give an old space a new life. She bought a dilapidated unit in an abandoned, 80-year-old building in Pittsburgh in March 2020, recognizing the potential in its stunning cityscape views and desirable … Continue reading