The housing market has taken a few hits, such as a doubling of mortgage rates in 2022, but it remains solid even if legitimate news providers suggest doom and gloom. NEW YORK – The rock-hard foundation of the U.S. housing market is suffering some cracks, but an outright collapse is nowhere in sig
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08/04/2022
It is not necessary to completely overhaul every bathroom in your home, remodel the kitchen. or put down new flooring to give your tired home a boost. Small, affordable improvements can get big results. Decluttering every space in your home is probably the first place to start. Getting organize
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08/02/2022
Things happen, and it seems that they usually happen on weekends or after normal working hours. What do you do until a professional makes a service call? Find the temporary solution to many emergency needs here: Leaky roof: Search for the leaking area in the attic while it is raining and call a
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07/26/2022
In most home buying situations, you are not only purchasing a house, but you are also buying the neighborhood. There are many factors you cannot control, but to avoid regrets, consider these five things while house-hunting: Affordability: The mortgage payment is an important part of your budget,
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07/19/2022
With the cost of heating and cooling a home throughout the year, homeowners want to have the most efficient HVAC units in their home that they can afford. Asking for recommendations for a specific unit can bring about a wide range of different answers, though. Those who are in the market for a ne
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07/14/2022
There are a multitude of enticements when it comes to choosing and using a credit card. Companies advertise rewards points, cashback on purchases, and airline miles, to name a few. Having a credit card can also have drawbacks if you are not responsible with that piece of plastic. Keep yourself in
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07/12/2022
A summertime getaway is just what many need to visit faraway family, spend time learning about other places, or simply to relax and have fun. Keep these tips in mind to make your trip as safe as possible: Before hitting the road in the family vehicle, schedule a check-up–for the car! Have a repu
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07/05/2022
We spend a lot of time and effort keeping things clean, but are we thinking about how we can clean without damaging countertops, flooring, or other surfaces? Proper cleaning keeps them looking good as new! Stainless Surfaces Regular wiping with plain warm water is your first defense in cleaning
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06/28/2022
Scammers are getting more and more creative with their swindling schemes, and older adults are no exception. Some scams target the general population, but many aim specifically at senior citizens, and we should make our older friends, neighbors, and family members aware. This article features fi
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06/21/2022
As spring turns to summer, one thing that unfortunately comes along with that change is summer storms. For some people this means frequent downpours or heavy rains. For others it means lightning or the possibility of severe weather. Even for those who don’t live in areas that commonly experience
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06/09/2022
