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Posted on 08/15/2021

The living room is one of the most flexible rooms in the home. As you seek to complete your living room design, consider DIY living room decor projects. These are 7 creative DIY living room decor ideas that could be incorporated into any home: Faux Fireplace Not every room is equipped with a natural fireplace, but that doesn’t...

Crafts

Crafty

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Posted on 08/08/2021

Boost Your Curb Appeal With These DIY Landscaping Ideas

If you’re trying to improve your home’s curb appeal, landscaping is usually the best place to start. Even with tiny outdoor spaces, there are some simple improvements that will make a big difference. Here are some simple DIY landscaping tips for curb appeal: Refresh or Add Mulch Mulch might seem like something only needed in elaborate gardens, but...

Curb Appeal

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Posted on 08/01/2021

5 Easy-Care Plants for Your Entryway

Many houseplants are high maintenance, but luckily you don’t have to work hard to keep some of the most impressive looking plants. If you want to add plants to your entryway for decoration and a good first impression, there are excellent options that don’t require a green thumb. Here are some suggestions for impressive but adaptable houseplants to...

Entryway

Houseplants

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Posted on 07/25/2021

What to Ask About When Buying a Fixer-Upper

Photo by Michael Jarmoluk via Pixabay When you’re shopping for a new home, the prospect of a fixer-upper being on the market for an unbeatable price sounds great! There are a few things that should be on your checklist to make sure that the juice is worth the squeeze when purchasing a home. A fixer-upper that needs mainly...

Fixer Upper

Home Repair

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Posted on 07/18/2021

How Not to Miss the Best Moving and Estate Sales

Photo by MoneyforCoffee via Pixabay Online tools make it easy to find good estate and moving sales. Here's how to catch the best of the local offerings. Your Smartphone Can Keep You Posted. Do a search for find garage sales near me and you'll immediately see online apps that work on your phone to tell you about yard...

Estate

Estate Sales

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Posted on 07/11/2021

Why (and Why Not) to Finance with a Credit Union

Image by Pete Linforth from Pixabay Property buyers today may think of a credit union as an alternative form of lending and ultimately meant for people who don't fit the stereotypical borrower. But this assumption may a little unfair once you learn the facts. Credit unions present several unique opportunities that you simply won't find anywhere else. We'll...

Financing

General Finance

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Posted on 07/04/2021

Small Changes, Big Difference: Adjusting Your Lifestyle for an Energy-Efficient Home

Image by Colin Behrens from Pixabay Sometimes, the idea of living a sustainable life can be overwhelming. It often feels like a major overhaul is required in order to make an impact on the size of your ecological footprint. However, in reality, there are many simple lifestyle changes that you can make in order to increase the efficiency...

Energy Efficient

Homeowner Habits

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Posted on 06/27/2021

Smart Home: Ways to Integrate Lighting and Atmosphere

Smart lighting is available in many shades, colors, shapes and fixture sizes, which makes it easier to blend them into your day-to-day. With this technology, you can control multiple lights in a single room with bluetooth-enabled bulbs and experiment with various combinations. What Is Ambient Lighting? Ambient lighting refers to the first layer of light in the room,...

Atmosphere

Home Living

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Posted on 06/20/2021

How to Read a Blueprint

Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels If you're building your own home, chances are you'll come across the blueprints at some point early in the process. This can be frustrating for many homeowners as they might not have an architect's background. However, you don't need to be an architect to understand the basics. We'll look at the various...

Architecture

Blueprints

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Posted on 06/13/2021

Mortgage Basics for First-Time Homebuyers

Image by Tumisu from Pixabay Financing a new home can seem overwhelming. For first-time homebuyers, the entire concept of obtaining a mortgage might seem especially daunting. There are many different lenders and many different types of mortgages available, so it's difficult to know which ones are best. Here we will go over the common mortgage types available to...

First Home

First Time Buyer

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Posted on 07/14/2021

15103 Roan Circle, Victorville, CA is now new to the market!

Listed by Realty Masters & Associates - DRE# 01456222

Two story single family residence, located close to shops and major freeways. In need of repairs and...

Real Estate

Victorville

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Posted on 07/06/2021

Another Property Sold - 12710 Algonquin Road, Apple Valley, CA