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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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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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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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 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 Fireproof Your New Home
Photo Credit: Piotr Chrobot from Unsplash Having your home catch on fire is undoubtedly one of the biggest fears a homeowner can have, whether it’s caused by an internal mishap or from external circumstances like wildfires. Various factors can lead to fires, but many of them can be prevented or …
Jungalow Décor Style: Let’s Get Boho-Chic With Plants
The official Jungalow Instagram has over 1 million followers, and for a good reason! The queen of Jungalow style, Justina Blakeney, has developed this unique style in a way that excites and inspires. But, what exactly is Jungalow? As Justina puts it, it’s a celebration of color, pattern, and …
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How to Downsize Before Moving Into a Condo or Townhome
South Cove by Zephyr in Orange County, CA Maybe you are moving to a place where real estate is more expensive, or the neighborhood you want to live in has smaller homes, or your kids have moved out and it’s time for fewer rooms. Regardless of the reason, downsizing is tough! There will be …
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12 Home Storage & Organization Tips from the 2019 International Builders Show
Take full advantage of your space by adding closed drawers to step up your closet's storage game. Image courtesy of Häfele. Whether it’s the Marie Kondo craze storming the country, a desire for a clutter-free home like the ones on HGTV or just Americans acknowledging they have too much stuff, …
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Home Updates That Look Expensive But Cost $1,000 Or Less
Image courtesy of Getty Images/Orbon Alija. Whether you’re a new homeowner, you’re considering putting your home on the market and a few mini makeovers wouldn’t hurt, or you’re simply craving a refresh, you might want to consider one of these home updates. Designed to make your home look more …
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What You Need to Know About Installing a Sprinkler System
Photo Credit: Getty Images While it’s hard to argue against the convenience of a residential irrigation or sprinkler system, new homeowners may be put off by the somewhat steep upfront costs involved with having one professionally installed. But this is a decision that should not be …
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Smart Home Features Home Buyers Really Want
Photo Credit: Getty Images While having the coolest high-tech feature to show off to your friends and neighbors might be fun, most homebuyers today focus on security, savings and simplicity when it comes to choosing smart home features. Technological advances mean that smart features, once …