Photo Credit: The Hudson Plan by Ryan Homes in Whitmore Place, IN Buying a home is very exciting. Buying homeowners insurance? Not so much. For as uninspiring as shopping for homeowners insurance can be, it is a must. Homeowners insurance is the single best way to protect your biggest financial …
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What is a Pre-Construction Condo?
Villages at Thorncrest by Smith Douglas Homes in Tucker, GA. A pre-construction condo is exactly what it sounds like: it's a condo that has yet to be built. Pre-construction condos are a popular choice with homebuyers who want to live in a brand new condominium that can still be customized to …
9 Tools Every New Homeowner Needs in Their Tool Box
Whether you’re performing routine maintenance tasks or making large repairs, it’s essential to stock your toolbox with the fundamental tools for homeowners from the get-go. You’re the proud owner of a new home and you’ve gotten yourself settled in as best as you can. At this point, you’re …
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Inspiration for Your Dream Custom Kitchen
Photo Credit Uneek Image of Phil Kean Kitchens The latest design trends for custom kitchens feature luxurious juice and coffee bars, backup “messy” kitchens, hidden pantries and workstations, built-in espresso makers, and a wide range of appliances from hidden and sleek to colorful commercial …
How to Successfully Modify Your Condo or Townhome’s Exterior
The Mills at Broadway by Bardis Homes in Sacramento, California Living in a condo or a townhome offers plenty of benefits for those who want to own a home but don’t want to deal with a lot of surrounding space just yet. Once you’re settled in, your natural inclination is to make your home yours …
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How to Promote Wellness in Your New Bathroom
Advice inspired by new products found at KBIS 2019 An adjustable shower arm is ideal for two-person master suites. This one is the Nebia adjustable shower arm by Moen Just as people invest in gym memberships, healthy food and workout clothes, many are also investing in their wellness at home. …
How to Promote Wellness in Your Kitchen
Inspired by products and trends at KBIS 2019 A great chef sink can make cooking and clean up easier. Photo courtesy of Franke Eating healthier and losing weight show up on almost every top five New Year’s resolution list, but if you’re like many people, you likely gave up weeks (or months) …
7 Fireplace Safety Tips for Your New Home
Photo Credit: Pavan Trikutam from Unsplash Fireplaces keep new homes tranquil and cozy, and enhance its appeal. However, even new fireplaces have some potential hazards that, if left unattended, can be extremely dangerous. If you’re one of the many new homeowners with a fireplace, adhere to …
How to Design a Hamptons-Style Home
Who doesn’t love a light, airy home that makes you feel like you’re on vacation? “Coastal” is the general term to describe any decor that celebrates a breezy, sea-side lifestyle. Coastal design encompasses exciting sub-genres from nautical to boho, modern to tropical, and of course, Hamptons. …
What is a LEED Certified Home?
Guide to Building a LEED-Certified Green Home What if you could save money on utilities, raise the value of your home and reduce your impact on the environment? By building a LEED-certified home, you can do all of that and more. What is LEED Certification? The Leadership in Energy and …
How to Keep Your New Home Safe
Image courtesy of iStock/Feverpitched. Home security is one of the most important responsibilities every homeowner has. It helps to have a thorough strategy put together that keeps your home safe, and helps you better prevent potential crimes within your neighborhood. Here’s how to keep your …
How to Give Your New Home a Ranch-Style Vibe
If your style is simple, straightforward, and informal, you are a great fit for a ranch style home. This no nonsense home style is all about function and keeping it real. Ranch style homes embrace open spaces in a casual, unassuming style. Early ranch style homes started cropping up in the 1930’s …