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Cheer on the Cheap! 6 Ridiculously Easy Holiday Decor Ideas for Under $20
If you’re too busy or financially strapped to go all-out on the holiday decor this year, don’t worry. Decorating doesn’t have to take days on end—or wreck your otherwise minimal holiday budget. That’s why we rounded u...
6 Things in Your House You Aren’t Cleaning (but Totally Should)
If you’ve been following us at all lately, then you know we’re a bit germaphobic—and with good reason. Who knew, for example, that your kitchen is actually the dirtiest part of your whole house? But before you bleach down all t...
How to Sell Your House Fast: 5 Must-Know Tips to Move Your Property
If you need to sell your house fast, you probably don't have a whole lot of time to research the current real estate market and ponder how it'll affect your home sale. You just want sales guidance from a real estate agent or other pro that ...
When Designing a Laundry Room, Don’t Make These 6 Mistakes
The laundry room is perhaps the least visible room in your home, but it serves a vital purpose—and we spend a lot of time there. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ American Time Use Survey, women spend about 17 mi...
Where Does the Couch Go? Modern-Day Tips for Arranging Your Furniture
Today’s couches are so much more than the three-seater pieces of days past. Sectionals are useful and stylish, and their shape provides a built-in conversation area. Chaises – perfect for lounging – eliminate the need for an ott...
What Does an Appraiser Do?
When you’re considering buying a house, there are two sides to the story: the seller’s asking price and the actual value of the property. This is where an appraiser steps in. Is the new home you're looking at priced too high?...
8 Ways to Give Back to Your Community During the Holidays
Looking for ways to give back this holiday season? Here are a few ideas. 1. Go for wags and wiggles Local animal shelters always need an extra hand, whether it’s for walking dogs, socializing cats or the critical daily chores requ...
Deed vs. Title: What’s the Difference? Terms Home Buyers Need to Know
Deed vs. title: What's the difference? Most people use these real estate terms interchangeably, but there's a significant difference between the two—a distinction that's important for owners and for buyers ready to purchase a home. So before...