For aging adults, retirement often comes with the difficult decision to stay in their own home or move to a senior care facility. While living in their home provides freedom and privacy, there are medical and financial challenges that come with aging that makes it necessary to move. Aging in Place Aging in Place, or
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Spring is here! And that means it’s the perfect time to give a little TLC to your home’s exterior. If you’re planning to sell this year, a little bit of elbow grease and cash can pay off big time. Buyers love properties that look nice inside and out, and a good first impression can make
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How long does a commercial roof last? That depends greatly on the materials you select. In this infographic from Skywalker Roofing, we survey 13 roofing material options with their respective lifespans. Commercial Roofing Materials & Life Expectancy Choosing the right material for your commercial roof is very important. Here are just a few that we
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Your front door color shouldn’t be an afterthought. After all, it’s the first thing people see when they visit your home. With these tips, you can make your door stand out or blend in, or create a design aesthetic of your choice, depending on your vision. Plus, if you live in an older home, repainting
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A handwritten letter is part of a growing trend among buyers who are opting for a personal touch in order to stand out in today’s hyper-competitive housing market. Why? Because the personal touch really works. Common themes in those letters include mentioning how much the prospective buyers love features of the home such as a
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It’s important when deciding to freshen up your walls and take on the task of painting yourself, that you do it right. You don’t want to create an even worse scenario than when you first started. Avoid these mistakes, and your walls will be able to outlast all the daily scuffs, fingerprints and everyday dirt
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Inlight of the Pandemic, the new trend of virtual home tours doesn’t seem to be going anywhere. It is a great opportunity for home buyers to start their home search on line in a new way, and it is important to use your home tour to make a great first impression ! Here are 4
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An excellent way to increase the value of your home is to have it remodeled or renovated, but unknown to many, embarking on a significant home renovation projects can turn into a major disaster. In here we discuss three common home renovation mistakes that most homeowners commit and how these can be avoided. Mistake number
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If you’re reading this right now, it might be because you’re contemplating on selling your house. Before you decide to put your house up for sale in the market it will be wise for you to know exactly how much it will cost you. You might want to spruce things up around your house before
Read moreHappy New Year! Are you in the market for a new home this 2021? Here are a number of tips to help you get a jump start on improving your credit score this year. The first is for you to get a hand on your credit report from one of the major agencies. As per
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Mortgage Contingency From the date of signing the contract the buyer is usually given 30-45 days for them to secure a mortgage. If by any chance they can’t find a financing on a given date they then need to notify the seller for them to back out of the contract. If you are a seller,
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Are you planning to make some wonderful gingerbread houses for the upcoming holiday season? I just love the aroma of gingerbread filling up my home, it sets the ambiance and truly gives that holiday season feel, don’t you think? If you’re planning to create a gingerbread masterpiece together with your family in this Yuletide season,
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I get to talk with friends, family members and acquaintances about home ownership often enough and I came to realize that Yes, fear of the unknown, getting false opinion from others who also have their own fear. Most of all, its fear of the process because they simply do not have enough understanding of it.
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Along with providing the opportunity to generate some extra cash flow each month, buying a rental property can also teach you a lot about real estate investment and serve as a platform for future investments. However, if you commit to purchasing a property without knowing what you’re getting into, it can lead to more trouble
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When time comes to tour houses, you may feel like you’re on an HGTV show. You have your wish list, your budget, and you’re on the search for the perfect home. You may not have Chip and Joanna Gaines showing you around, but the idea is still similar to your favorite home shows. Shows like
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To the well-ordered mind, growing older is not a disadvantage, but rather, an opportunity—an opportunity for change and for growth, and especially, an opportunity to live the life that you’ve always wanted. With an empty nest and retirement in hand, it’s a good time to just be, as well as time to move towards the
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When buying a home, whether it’s your first, second, or third, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the process. You may have to deal with negotiations regarding which repairs a seller is responsible for, how issues should be dealt with, or how much credit you’re owed. Here are some ways you can be prepared before
Read moreEver wonder how people around the world live? Or more specifically, what kinds of homes people around the world live in? Well, wonder no more! Here’s a survey of some of the more interesting and unique home styles from around the globe: EUROPE The wooden chalet has been a popular style in Europe’s alpine regions
Read moreThe different cultures and ethnic groups in Hawaii celebrate Christmas in their own unique way. Even santa Claus himself is not wearing his usually red and white suit, instead he has chosen flowery Hawaiian clothes. Spread the spirit of the season to your family and friends by sending a warm greeting from this distinctive island.
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Hawaii enjoys warm tropical weather all year round but yes there’s snow too! Snow in Hawaii falls on the very summit of the 3 tallest volcanoes in the state (Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea and Haleakala). The picture below shows Washingtonia palm trees standing tall at Waikoloa Beach on the Big Island of Hawaii with the
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