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Fun Collectibles For Home Decoration

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When it comes to home decoration, sometimes collectibles are the most fun thing that you can add in order to personalize your spaces. Obviously, you want to do the major projects first, like painting or putting up shelves for example. But after that, you can really start to make your place look unique, and one way to do that is by adding some collectibles to the mix.

A few different categories of collectibles to look into include decorative characters, glass figurines, antiques, or even sports memorabilia. Depending on the personalities of the people in the house, you can do any or all of these, or you can add or subtract at will. One nice thing about collectibles is often that they’re small and easy to put in or take out of a decorative theme. [Read more…] about Fun Collectibles For Home Decoration

Originally posted on July 15, 2017 @ 4:23 am

Why Fencing Your Property Is Important

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As a new homeowner, you may be looking to cut back your costs as much as possible.  The idea of installing a fence may seem like an extra expense you don’t want to bother with.  However, you should greatly consider putting up some kind of fencing around your property.

Here are some of the most important reasons why you should put up a fence in your yard.

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Originally posted on March 31, 2019 @ 10:00 am

Should You Invest In A Vacation Property While Your Kids Are Still Home?

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Even when you have children it’s pretty likely that you go on a family vacation each year, or at least once in awhile. It may be prudent and cost effective to consider investing in a stationary vacation property while your children are young if it’s something you can afford right now. It’s a wise option if a vacation home is something you’re going to want after you retire and the market for buying a home is currently a good one.

One people “fly” south for the winter, especially those that are retired. Having a vacation home now guarantees you have that place to escape to later in life, and it also ensures you have a vacation place to go to each year prior. If you don’t like letting it sit empty for the majority of the year you could always rent it out as a timeshare when you don’t need it. [Read more…] about Should You Invest In A Vacation Property While Your Kids Are Still Home?

Originally posted on April 13, 2017 @ 1:40 pm

3 Tips For Keeping Your Home Safe For Your Family

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Your home should be a place where you and your loved ones can rest, relax, and feel safe together. However, you might live in an area where you feel less than safe sometimes. Or, you may have had a string of break-ins or burglaries in your area that makes you worried about the safety of your home and family. If this is the case, there are quite a few things you can do that will help to keep your home and family protected as well as give you some peace of mind that everything and everyone is safe. To show you how you can do this, here are three tips for keeping your home safe for your family. [Read more…] about 3 Tips For Keeping Your Home Safe For Your Family

Originally posted on September 12, 2018 @ 2:44 am

Summer Safety: 3 Seasonal Concerns

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When raising children you never get to turn off your internal safety alarms, but summer can really send a parent into high alert. Between pools and bees, ticks and grills – something always seems to be threatening your child. What can you do to keep them safe?

Though there’s no such thing as a 100% child proof environment, there are many steps you can take to protect your children. Start prepping now for peace of mind this summer. [Read more…] about Summer Safety: 3 Seasonal Concerns

Originally posted on April 13, 2017 @ 1:48 pm

First-Time Home Buyers Read Here

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Buying your first home is one of the most significant investments you will ever make. There is a long list of things to do before the whole process is complete, and it helps to have a thorough knowledge of what to expect.

Knowledge is powerful. When you understand the process of purchasing a home, you will be able to get the best possible outcome when it is time to sign your mortgage. Take a moment to start educating yourself, and check out these few tips on what to expect when purchasing your first home. [Read more…] about First-Time Home Buyers Read Here

Originally posted on October 16, 2017 @ 9:31 am

Getting Your Home Ready For A Family Expansion

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Whether you’re having a baby, adopting, or letting your cousin move in when he fell on hard times, there are things that you’ll want to do in order to get your home ready. Maybe you’re just having everyone over for the holidays, from now on, and you need to make sure that there is room for everyone to sit around the table for a meal.

There are different things that you can do to make more room in your home, whether it’s temporary room or permanent space for someone that’s going to be sticking around for awhile. The key is to make sure that you make a plan before you get into action, especially if you’re going to need to do some major renovations and get some money in order to do them. [Read more…] about Getting Your Home Ready For A Family Expansion

Originally posted on April 7, 2017 @ 9:01 am

3 Ways To Childproof Your Home

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When it comes to having kids one of the biggest concerns is safety in the home. Parents need to be able to rest assured that they know their little ones are out of harm’s way in the space they live in when they purchase a home.

When children are especially younger it can be a challenge to keep your eye on them constantly and ensuring that they aren’t getting into trouble or injury. Therefore, knowing the right precautions to take in order to not have to feel like they need to be under your constant surveillance is key when it comes to living comfortably in your home. Here are some of the best tips for ensuring that your home is well equipped with the right tools to ensure a safe environment. [Read more…] about 3 Ways To Childproof Your Home

Originally posted on October 10, 2017 @ 1:51 pm

Moth Wars: What You Should Know About Keeping Your Stuff Safe From A Moth Invasion

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At some point in life, we all deal with an Invasion from a pest or three. We live on a planet rich in nature. It’s inevitable. Most of us know to protect our homes from roaches, ants, and mice.

However, there is a more unlikely pest bothering happy home dwellers these days. The moth. They can be a beautiful sight to see until they invade your home. They can ruin your food and clothes and be a general nuisance. [Read more…] about Moth Wars: What You Should Know About Keeping Your Stuff Safe From A Moth Invasion

Originally posted on November 10, 2017 @ 3:03 pm