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Posted on 08/15/2021

Tips on Re-Grouting and Polishing Your Kitchen and Bathroom Tile

Photo by Brett Hondow via Pixabay You love your tiles. But they don't seem to do your bathroom justice anymore. Ask yourself, is it the tiles themselves, or what's in between that makes you cringe? Is the grout cracked, faded, yellowish or gray? Breathe new life into a dirty-looking bathroom tile floor, kitchen backsplash or tile shower by...

Grout

Tile

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Posted on 08/08/2021

Why You Should Expect Recording Fees to be Part of Your Closing Costs

Photo by Steve Buissinne via Pixabay There are a variety of different terms that you must become familiar with as you purchase a new home. You have to pay an application fee, underwriting fees, titles fees and more. But one that seems to leave many buyers scratching their heads is the recording fee. A recording fee is a...

Buying

Closing Costs

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Posted on 08/01/2021

5 Tips to Create the Perfect Timeless Style

Image by Pixabay via Pexels Although there are plenty of interior design styles to choose from, going with a timeless look is always an excellent choice. Timeless designs mean you don’t have to worry about keeping up with the latest interior design trends or having your home look dated. With a classic or timeless style, you don’t need...

Design

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Posted on 07/25/2021

How to Ready Your Home for Seasonal Storms

Image by sandid from Pixabay Our homes are special from the first time we enter. That's why we spend our precious time and money caring for our dwellings when bad weather threatens damage. Spring Windstorms For homeowners, windstorms are often unassuming. We all know to watch for snow or rain, but high winds can cause significant home damage....

Home Repair

How To Prepare For A Storm

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Posted on 07/18/2021

Tips for Getting Started with Real Estate Investing

The methods for getting started in real estate investing range from strategies that are active to others that are more passive. Many methods fall between those extremes but all have their own level of associated risk. Here we’ll touch on some of the lower risk ways to get started with property investment. 1. BRRRR “Buy, Remodel, Rent, Refinance,...

Financial Planning

Investing

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Posted on 07/11/2021

House Hunting: Keep Your Pets Level and Happy While You Find Home

Photo by Samson Katt from Pexels Before finding your perfect house, you’ll undoubtedly visit at least 10 different properties for a good look around. If you’re navigating through a seller’s market, that number could increase considerably. All the while, your pet is likely waiting impatiently for things to return to normal, so they can enjoy having you home...

Efficient

Homebuying

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Posted on 07/04/2021

How to Find & Prepare Your Own Reclaimed Wood

Crafty homeowners may enjoy a rare opportunity to transform seemingly old and useless lumber into inspiring rustic interior designs. In recent years, the trend to repurpose home furnishings and products spilled into the construction materials realm. With the aid of a few basic tools and a DIY attitude, you can reclaim wood and enhance the quality of their...

Arts And Crafts

Diy

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Posted on 06/27/2021

Downtime: The Benefits of a Robotic Mop

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels Mopping the floors is a thankless job that seems to get undone a second after you finish up – and it doesn’t take much. A small spill while cooking dinner. Kids and dogs running in from outside. You name it. And with that, you’re back to square one, pulling out the mop and...

Cleaning

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Posted on 06/20/2021

Build or Buy? Which Makes the Most Sense?

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Is it better to build or buy a home? A home is a sizable investment, perhaps one of the largest in your lifetime, and you want to ensure you are investing well. Both buying and building have benefits and drawbacks to consider. Here's what you need to think about as you make...

New Construction

New Construction Vs Existing Home

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Posted on 06/13/2021

Use a Pallet to Build a Porch Swing

Image by Lars_Nissen_Photoart from Pixabay A porch swing lends wistful ambiance to your home. Below are a few options on how to construct your own porch swing from 3 wood pallets, which local stores may be able to give you free of charge. Upcycling materials keeps useful scraps out of landfills and saves money. In addition, your weekend...

Home Improvement

Decor

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Posted on 06/06/2021

Is an Ultra-Efficient Home Right for You?

Image by Nattanan Kanchanaprat from Pixabay An ultra-efficient home is one that's designed and constructed not only to save you energy but provide its own. This means it uses no more renewable energy that it generates. To the novice homeowner, this may sound impossible. However, to the architects and engineers who specialize in designing this type of abode,...

Budgeting

Energy Efficient

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Posted on 06/17/2021

Another Property Sold - 304 N Catalina Avenue #a, Redondo Beach, CA 90277

This noteworthy, new construction town home presents distinguished craftsmanship & a cool disposition. A modern design pallet w/ a dash of rustic charm creates a sophisticated low-key beach vibe A three-stop elevator starts on the first level w/ two spacious bedrooms & an adjoining Hollywood bath. The elevator allows your Trader Joe purchases to easily be transported from the directly accessible 2 car garage to the main level kitchen. On the main level, you are graciously met w/ soaring ceilings & artfully impressive, picturesque window walls that masterfully capture the natural light. The well-appointed kitchen is brimming w/...

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