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By Anita Ginsburg Being a homeowner means taking on a lot of responsibility, which includes ensuring your family remains safe and secure while in your home. This requires taking steps to stop burglars and other intruders from breaking into your property. Related: 6 Things Professional Burglars Don't Want You to Know Burglars are most active during the summer and,...

By Anica Oaks Gauging a potential fixer-upper is a complicated undertaking that requires experience, knowledge and good judgment to know the difference between a serious fault and a cosmetic flaw. Related: 10 Easy Improvements to Make on Your Fixer Upper There are many different things that you should look at and consider when buying a fixer-upper; however, there...

By Brooke Chaplan One of the first things that people notice about a home is its front lawn, which adds to a property's curb appeal. A well-kept yard with tasteful design elements can attract buyers if your home is on the market or make it more enjoyable for you and your family. Related: Quick and Easy Ways to Boost Your Home's Curb Appeal Here are some ideas to...

By Meghan Belnap Building a dream home from the ground up is one of the most exciting things that you can do, but you need to be sure you're investing your money in the right places. Related: What REALTORS® Need to Know Before Recommending Custom Home-Building With a little bit of planning and research, your new home will be the perfect blend of form and function....

With all the unsettling news being broadcast daily and the barrage of warnings from public officials, one thing that's inarguable is the fact that social distancing works. It's now clear that to fight the current pandemic that is gripping not only this country, but the entire world, the masses are staying home. And with the vast majority of your clients and prospective...

By Kara Masterson Although beachfront property is always in demand, living near the coast means there are a number of maintenance and upkeep issues that'll need to be addressed in order to ensure a successful sale. You may find a home that is within your budget, but it may mean that you'll have to give it some love and care. Related: These Cities Have the Highest...

By Lizzie Weakley Investing in and buying a new home is a major milestone in most people's lives. When you make the decision to move forward with purchasing a home as your family grows, it's important to find a REALTOR® that you can trust and rely on when it comes time to make an offer. Related: Looking to Buy Your First Home? Settle These Things First With a bit...

By Brooke Chaplan Collectively, your roof and siding form the outermost layer of your home. This means that they're exposed to a variety of harsh conditions and extreme weather. Despite these punishing conditions, your roof and siding must be able to maintain a high level of protection to keep the other elements of your home safe from water damage. Related: What's...

By Brentnie Daggett As a homeowner, you have to maintain, renovate or remodel your property at some point in time. If you're a real estate investor or landlord, it is absolutely critical to take certain steps in order to protect your investment. In some cases, repairs or renovations will be needed immediately, despite the cost—especially if you have tenants in...

By Meghan Belnap Mold is a common cause of outdoor allergies, but it can also pose a health hazard inside your home. Allergies and asthma can be triggered by mold, and mold can also worsen respiratory diseases and cause illness in young children, the elderly and immunocompromised individuals. Related: 4 Home Maintenance Projects You Should Tackle This Spring How...