Tag Archives: house

Home Insurance and Mold: Is Mold Covered?

Whether you’re covered often comes down to the source of moisture and the wording of a policy. Mold strikes fear into the hearts of those who’ve heard horror stories about toxic mold, expensive mold remediation, and denied home owners insurance … Continue reading

Posted in Real Estate News | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments Off on Home Insurance and Mold: Is Mold Covered?

Attic Cleaning: What You Can’t See Can Hurt You

Cleaning your attic removes allergens and respiratory irritants that can make your family sick. Attic cleaning probably isn’t your idea of a good time. But the dust, dander, and mold in that often-neglected room could be irritating your family’s lungs … Continue reading

Posted in Real Estate News | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Attic Cleaning: What You Can’t See Can Hurt You

How to Pick Paint Colors to Fix Any Room’s Quirks

Paint colors can do a ton to fix a room’s flaws for not much money Every home suffers a few negatives, but not every solution requires pricey structural changes. Paint is a frugal remodeler’s go-to solution to perk up a problem room. … Continue reading

Posted in Real Estate News | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on How to Pick Paint Colors to Fix Any Room’s Quirks

When to Repair or Replace Your Appliance

Consider age, repair cost, pricing, energy efficiency, and whether to modify your kitchen to accommodate a new unit. When an appliance is old and isn’t working efficiently, it may seem natural to decide to replace it rather than repair it … Continue reading

Posted in Real Estate News | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on When to Repair or Replace Your Appliance

The Everything Guide to Selling Your First Home

How to figure out exactly what you want, and how to work with the experts who’ll help you get it. Selling, a famous salesman once said, is essentially a transfer of feelings. You love and cherish your home. You want … Continue reading

Posted in Real Estate News | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments Off on The Everything Guide to Selling Your First Home

4 Ways to Give Your Kitchen Personality

A creative kitchen can feature your interests and taste — and blend with other rooms. Kitchens are showing more personality these days. As they’ve become a hub, they’re not just for cooking and eating. We’ve been using them for all … Continue reading

Posted in Real Estate News | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on 4 Ways to Give Your Kitchen Personality

7 Cleaning Tips for Keeping Your Home Spotless When Selling It

Drive off with the laundry. You don’t want buyers’ noses to detect your dirties. When your house is on the market, keeping it picture-perfect can be a wee bit stressful. But it is possible to keep your home show-ready while life … Continue reading

Posted in Real Estate News | Tagged , , , , , , , | Comments Off on 7 Cleaning Tips for Keeping Your Home Spotless When Selling It

Cleaning House: Secrets of a Truly Deep Clean

Deep clean your house and you’ll brighten rooms and help maintain your home’s value. Deep cleaning your house is that top-to-bottom, take-no-dust-bunny-prisoners, mother-in-law-quality cleaning that truly maintains the value of your home. Here are frequently overlooked areas that a little spit and polish … Continue reading

Posted in Real Estate News | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Cleaning House: Secrets of a Truly Deep Clean

17 Things to Never, Ever, EVER Do to Your House

Keep the vintage wallpaper, but upgrade that time- and money-draining retro thermostat to programmable. What may seem like a good idea often isn’t.  Here are 17 common mistakes new homeowners may make. #1 Get Rid of Your Only Tub If … Continue reading

Posted in Real Estate News | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments Off on 17 Things to Never, Ever, EVER Do to Your House