Common Misconceptions Sellers May Have in a Hot Seller’s Market
 If you’re ready to sell your home, you couldn’t choose a better time than during a hot seller’s market. Homebuyers are eager to find their dream home, but without enough homes on the market to meet the demand, bidding wars erupt, and many houses end up selling for over their asking price. It’s a seller’s dream.
However, be careful not to let rosy prospects lead you to unrealistic expectations. Here are some... Read More
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Making These Mistakes On Your Insurance Policy Could Be Costly
 Most homeowners know how important home insurance is—but few truly understand all the details of their coverage. Not knowing these details can be costly.
1. Gaps in Coverage
Many homeowners have policies that fail to cover certain types of damage. For instance, flooding isn’t covered by standard insurance policies, yet floods are one of the most common natural... Read More |
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Mortgage Rates Rise but Buyer Demand Remains High
 Increasing mortgage rates and high inflation are taking a toll on the housing market. In March, existing-home sales decreased for the second month in a row, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Year-over-year sales were down in every sales region in the country, while the West was the only sales region to not record a drop in month-over-month sales. Mortgage rates... Read More
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How to Create the Perfect Patio Garden over the Weekend
 Your patio can be much more than a drab slab of cement. Design a miniature botanical garden over the weekend. This easy DIY project enhances your home’s beauty and increases your enjoyment of the outdoors.
Start at the Top with Hanging Plants
Use a step stool or a ladder to hang evenly spaced plant hooks around the perimeter of the patio roof. Choose heavy hooks that will withstand the weight of a fully mature plant. The plants will get plenty of sunshine... Read More
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Six Tips for Preventing Pests from Moving In
 The last thing anyone needs in their busy schedule is a pest infestation. Prevent household pests like ants, cockroaches, or rodents with a few tips from Terminix, the pest control professionals.
Trim Trees and Shrubs
That flowering bush might look beautiful beside your home, but it could harbor countless pests. Note tree limbs overhanging your roof and shrubbery or mulch close to the foundation. Having them touch your house makes it easier for pests to enter.
Standing Water
Stagnant or standing water attracts a variety of pests. It doesn’t take a lot of water, either Read More |
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