Posts filed under General Real Estate


Do Cash-Outs Come With A Tax Break?
Posted Thu, Jun 20th 2024 10:00 am
First you need to understand what a cash-out refinance is. In such a refinance, you swap your existing mortgage loan for a new mortgage in which you borrow a higher amount. You use the found cash t...

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Are Medicine Cabinets Back?
Posted Wed, Jun 19th 2024 9:30 am
Whether you are planning a complete renovation or looking to update a few elements of your existing bathroom space, you will want to consider adding a mirrored medicine cabinet. While some may thin...

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Lighting Matters: Choosing the Right Fixtures for Every Room
Posted Sat, Jun 8th 2024 11:00 am
Lighting is a crucial aspect of interior design, and choosing the right fixtures for each room can significantly impact the overall ambiance and functionality of the space. Here are five reasons wh...

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Installing a Kitchen Backsplash
Posted Wed, Jun 5th 2024 10:00 am
In order to make an informed decision, there are several things to consider before choosing a backsplash to install. You can enhance the visual appeal of your space, meet your functional needs and ...

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Classic All-American Preppy Style
Posted Thu, May 23rd 2024 10:00 am
While preppy style started as a fashion trend, it has also influenced the understated interior design of the same name. Ralph Lauren, considered the father of all things preppy, has marketed both p...

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Make Your Home Weather Resistant
Posted Wed, May 22nd 2024 8:38 am
From the scorching summer heat to the bitter cold of winter snowstorms, it is essential to make your home weather resistant no matter what Mother Nature throws at you. An added benefit is that weat...

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A Concrete Idea: Decorating With Micro Cement
Posted Wed, May 15th 2024 10:00 am
Micro cement coating has become a popular option for both indoor and outdoor walls, floors and ceilings due to the many advantages it offers. What are some of these advantages? To start, micro ceme...

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When the Kitchen Is Always Open
Posted Mon, May 13th 2024 10:00 am
The open kitchen concept has its fan base among those who love the idea of seamlessly integrating their kitchens with their living and dining rooms. In this configuration, the cook is not isolated ...

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What’s Trending in Replacement Windows
Posted Thu, Oct 26th 2023 12:48 pm
It is estimated that 30% of a home’s heat goes out the windows. Is your home long overdue for replacement windows? The first thing you will want to do is assess all the windows in your home to know...

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Protecting Your Home While You Travel
Posted Fri, Aug 11th 2023 11:00 am
Whether you like to take long weekend trips to nearby locations or go on longer international adventures, travel is a high priority for many people. But while you're away, your empty home can attra...

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Tax Credits for Energy-Efficient Home Improvements
Posted Mon, Jul 24th 2023 9:00 am
Under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, tax credits are available for making homes more energy efficient, using clean energy sources and retrofitting heating and cooling systems. The energy-eff...

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What To Know About New Furnaces
Posted Sat, Jul 22nd 2023 10:00 am
As a part of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, replacing your furnace with a new heat pump can qualify you for rebates and tax credits that significantly reduce your costs. But even if you're lo...

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What To Do After Hail Damage
Posted Thu, Jun 29th 2023 1:00 pm
Hail happens when precipitation turns to solid ice, usually in conjunction with a major storm. Hail, unlike freezing rain or snow, can cause significant damage to homes due to the density and subst...

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How To Troubleshoot a Shower With Low Water Pressure
Posted Thu, May 18th 2023 7:03 am
There are few better ways to start or end a day than with a nice shower. A strong, invigorating stream of water against the skin does more than get you clean; it's an antidote to the troubles of th...

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How does the Federal Reserve impact Mortgage Rates?
Posted Wed, Apr 5th 2023 3:13 pm
The Federal Reserve is the nation’s central bank. The FED’s goals are to encourage economic growth while also guarding against inflation. To help steer the economy, the FED is in charge of the mone...

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Spring Cleaning 101
Posted Thu, Mar 30th 2023 3:30 pm
When the trees start budding again, and flowers begin to dot the yard with their bright colors, it's the perfect time to spring clean. While we might dread spring cleaning, it helps us refresh our ...

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Questions You Should Ask When Interviewing a Real Estate Agent
Posted Thu, Dec 22nd 2022 10:34 am
Do you need a bigger home?  Is a job making you move?  Are you looking for more space, a more open floor plan or an at home office? When your situation changes and it is time to buy or sell your...

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