Is your kitchen decor so outdated it makes you nostalgic for the days of mullets, skinny ties, and acid-washed jeans? Don’t feel bad. It’s easy to get comfortable with what you know and love. Some kitchen trends are timeless, but other decor choices have a definite expiration date. In fact, there may be a number…
DetailsThe news has not been great for first-time homebuyers lately. True, just about every type of buyer has woeful stories to tell about today’s stressed housing market, but first-timers? They have found themselves in an unfortunate league of their own. The reason: Affordable starter homes, those essential first purchases in a typically lifelong journey of…
DetailsKey takeaways Fall is your last chance to caulk air leaks, seal roof cracks, and clear drains before the winter chill makes it difficult Get your furnace or heating system serviced before you need it More “indoor time” means deep cleaning, carpeting, painting, and checking radon levels As summer draws to a close and cold…
Details7 big differences between renting and owning a house Keep this in mind before signing another lease: 1. Rents keep rising. Renting has its benefits. There are times when renting makes more sense—like when you plan to live somewhere short-term, for a few months or years; when you want apartment-style amenities, like a pool and…
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