What housing features do Millennials value?
A survey of homebuyers between the ages of 18 and 35, conducted by Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, indicates that a significant number of Millennials are willing to purchase fixer-uppers and even...
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Meet me on the porch
Porch, a Seattle-based startup, could change the way homeowners access the plethora of information on home improvement projects around the country. The company launched last Tuesday, and according to...
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Shifts in the housing market
Inventory shortage has been a recurring theme in this year’s housing news. But a new report by Realtor.com indicates that future home value appreciations will depend more on market demand and less on...
View ArticleHome Depot highlights housing recovery
Both Home Depot and Lowe’s, the nation’s largest DIY home improvement stores, have outperformed the broader market in sales earnings. CNNMoney’s Paul R. La Monica says the retailers’ positive gains...
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Was My Home A Good Investment?
Here’s a really great calculator that let’s the homeowner input the month and year of purchase, and compares the return based on today’s value vs the original purchase price.
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Funny and Frightening Pumpkin Carving Ideas!
24 Downloadable Pumpkin Carving Ideas! Includes faces of aliens, wolves, bats, and mummies. Shows where to cut, where not to cut. Looks super easy! Check out this article from HGTV for more information.
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Video Tour: Winner, 2013 Best Bath Redmodel
Venerable publication This Old House has awarded homeowners Jeff and Laura Tarro of St. Charles, Illinois, winners of the 2013 Reader Remodel Contest. Video Tour: Check out how a plumbing mishap...
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6 Smart Financial Moves for Fall
Prepare for winter with a seasonal money check-up It’s time to start thinking about money moves to make before the end of the year, according to Kimberly Palmer of US NEWS. Here are the highlights: 1....
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Inventive Materials for Fireplace Mantels
Eclectic Living Room by Palo Alto Architects & Designers Tali Hardonag Architect Shane Inman of Houzz.com has posted 9 examples of inventive and beautiful fireplace mantels. Included are some...
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Security Systems are Changing
New providers and new technology are changing the landscape of security systems. Here are a few things you need to keep in mind whether you already have a security system or you’re looking for a new...
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Federal agencies to continue to back bigger mortgages, for now
According to CNBC, the federal agency that oversees Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac has stated that both will continue to back larger mortgages despite earlier aims to reduce their role in that part of the...
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Create the Ultimate Game Room
Not everyone has the room for an awesome game room, but WOW, some people go to extraordinary lengths to satisfy their gaming desires. Get some ideas from this Forbes.com post.
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Reclaimed Wood: What to Expect
Reclaimed wood is all the rage, and with good reason. Nothing matches reclaimed wood for character and uniqueness. A new post by ThisOldHouse.com discusses why reclaimed wood is so interesting, where...
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The Man-Cave Quiz
A quiz about Man Caves? You bet! Take this online quiz to test your knowledge of everything Man Cave, posted by TLC’s HowStuffWorks.com. Here’s a hint: today’s Man Cave has nothing to do with a...
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10 Wow-inducing Kitchen Details
Who knew that wallpaper would make a comeback as an eye-catching kitchen accent? House Beautiful just published 10 amazing design inspirations on their web site. Get some ideas here for patterned...
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20 of the Most Gorgeous Southern Outdoor Spaces
Let the South’s most beautiful outdoor rooms inspire your own cozy retreat. Southern Living magazine just released Fall’s Best Outdoor Rooms. Click through this slide show for a roundup of decorating...
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5 Thanksgiving Day Menus
When it comes to Thanksgiving there are two types of people, the cookers and the eaters. While now is the time of year that the latter pine for that turkey feast, the former are usually stressing out...
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Get ready, Everyone’s Opening on Thanksgiving Evening This Year
Because there are 6 fewer shopping days in this year’s holiday season, retailers are opening earlier than ever to attract your attention. This article, care of CNN Money, offers a glimpse into...
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Quick and Affordable Home Improvement
When you think of updating your home, it’s generally the dollar signs that first come to mind, from kitchen and bath remodels to siding and roofing repairs – sometimes the wallet just isn’t deep...
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Protect Your Pipes!
Every winter unfortunate homeowners will experience the nightmare of flooding and the damage it can cause to a home, brought on by freezing pipes that burst. Avoid the headache, the bill and the mess...
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