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Posted on 09/22/2019

Get the Look of Tin With Wallpaper

Create an accent wall the easy way with some creative...

This Old House

Posted on 09/15/2019

Keeping Your Home Network Secure

Not long ago to protect our homes from intruders we would lock the doors, the windows, close the blinds, leave a light on and possibly set the alarm. Today houses are full of devices that make our lives convenient such as computers, laptops, printers, smart televisions, streaming media devices, gaming consoles, smart appliances, digital assistants, mobile phones, tablets,...

Technology Security

How To

Posted on 09/08/2019

Have You Tried a Live-Work Space?

During a location search for a new home, you may have come across the term “live-work” in the descriptions of potential living spaces, even when those spaces differ widely from one another. While many buildings market themselves as live-work, the definition for just what that means can vary from building to building. Some examples of such buildings include:...

Work From Home

Posted on 09/01/2019

3 Ways to Rank Higher in Google

This article shows you the three sections of the Google search results, and what that means for your...

This Old House

Posted on 08/25/2019

Money Saving Window Coverings

When moving into a new home, the first thing you want to do is make it your own. That means painting, upgrading fixtures, and the all-important window coverings. Instead of just looking for the most stylish option, take this chance to go with curtains, shades, blinds and screens will improve your bottom line. Most of the energy lost...

Interior Design

Home Impovements

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Posted on 08/18/2019

Mortgage Loan Rejection: What Next?

Having your home loan rejected can be disappointing, but it is not the end of the road. This article is full of ideas to help get your loan approved on your next try: Re-edit your borrower profile Banks are vigilant on all aspects of credit, including the profile of the borrower. Remember that many criteria are crippling. Any...

Mortgage

Rejected For A Mortgage

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Posted on 08/11/2019

Wise Home Buying Tips for Resale Investors

If you’re investing in a resale property or know you may be moving in the next few years, consider including these factors in your home buying checklist. While you might easily live with or overlook some features of your home or neighborhood, being mindful of your future buyer now can help you save time and energy when you're...

Negotiating A Home Purchase

Buying A Investment Property

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Posted on 08/04/2019

Which do you Prefer to use?

In this quick, got to have it now society, the microwave is the go-to for a quick cup of tea or to reheat that coffee. But does it give a satisfying, refreshing cup? Some people believe that water heated in a kettle is hotter and stays hotter longer, so it brews a better cup of tea. What does...

Tea

Water

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Posted on 07/28/2019

What You Need to Know About FHA Loans

Buying a home is a beautiful feeling, but dealing with the financial aspect of it can be tiring. Well, thanks to mortgages, the financing is no longer a headache. From conventional mortgages to Government-insured mortgages, homeownership is now a dream that can be turned into reality once you have done your homework, arrived at a budget, reviewed your...

FHA Loans

Mortgage

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Posted on 07/21/2019

Searching for an Organization to Call Home

When did you last find yourself wishing that you could be a part of a group, whether it be sports, religious, community, professional or some other kind? It could be daunting to try to find not only a group that follows what you are looking for concerning fulfillment but also in camaraderie and atmosphere. The first step is...

Community

Outdoor Living

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Posted on 07/14/2019

Clever Ways to Use Oxi-Clean

She might not be Billy Mays, but Melissa Maker of Clean My Space (a TOH "Best of the Web" top pick) can really sell the power of Oxi-Clean. Here, Melissa describes some of the surprising ways she uses Oxi-Clean as a pro...

This Old House

Posted on 07/11/2019

Another Property Sold - 1226 Allengrove Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124

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