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Regular yard maintenance will boost your home’s curb appeal. In the summer months, between travel and warm temperatures it can be easy to ignore your lawn. Waiting for the beginning…

Summer is a time known for vacations, beaches and higher than usual utility bills. The average U.S. residential customer’s electricity bills will total $412 between June and August this year,…

Are you interested in a rustic and modern home? A log or timber home may be right for you. The specially crafted wood, solid construction and connection to nature are…

If you’re thinking about buying a new home, one key decision you’ll have to make is finding a home builder. Working with an experienced, professional builder can make a difference…

Gone are the days when driving through a neighborhood or asking friends and family for a recommendation were the only ways to find a new home. Conducting your house hunt…

The beginning of summer is a great opportunity to refresh your home. Simple home improvements made now can help you avoid significant repairs and costly utility bills later. Below are…

As the home building industry celebrates National Homeownership Month in June, new data from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) reveal that starting in 2019, a majority of senior…

Baby boomers have a few distinct preferences when it comes to home location and features, according to a recent survey from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The survey…

As storm season approaches, the likelihood of hurricanes increases. Powerful storms that bring heavy rains and flood can wreak havoc on your property. To help preserve one of your most…

Your home may be filled with items that are no longer useful but can potentially be manufactured into new products. Not only will getting rid of household items declutter your…