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Posted on 08/23/2021

Cottage garden design is a popular landscaping trend originating in late 1800s England. The style idealizes the informal and whimsical aspects of “cottage” life and brings together many details and aesthetics that are still trending today. Here we will go over the key elements of the cottage garden design and some ways you can bring the style home....

Cottage Garden

Cottagecore

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Posted on 08/16/2021

The Importance of Flow in Your Home

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels Your home's design has a significant impact on your lifestyle and overall enjoyment of the space. One major element of design that directly affects your comfort and daily life is the home's flow. What is Flow? A home's flow refers to the paths within the home that guide someone to specific areas. For...

Custom Floor Plan

Floor Plan

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Posted on 08/09/2021

New Home: Ways to Make Your New Home Energy Efficient

Image by Ulrike Leone from Pixabay Building a new home allows you to incorporate the latest technological advancements into your home, and that includes the latest energy-related innovations. If you’re building a new home, consider these five ways to make a home more energy-efficient. Including one or several of them in your new home will be good for...

Energy Efficiency

Eco Friendly

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Posted on 08/02/2021

Home Upgrades: Which Boost Value Without Breaking the Bank?

When you’re making upgrades to your home, aim for changes that have a higher return on investment (ROI). ROI refers to the amount of money you can expect to recoup when you sell your home. Changes that have a higher ROI mean you can expect to recoup a higher amount compared to what you paid for these upgrades....

Home Improvement

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Posted on 07/31/2021

Washington, DC Real Estate Market Update 7/31/2021

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Posted on 07/26/2021

Energy Saving Landscaping Tips

Image by Tom from Shutterstock Energy efficiency isn’t just for the inside of your home. What you plant outside can affect the bottom line inside. Choosing the right trees, grasses, and shrubs can help. Location, location, location Well placed trees can help to reduce your heating and cooling bills. Trees can keep your home cooler in the summer...

Home Improvement

Efficiency

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Posted on 07/19/2021

Foreclosure: Remember These Tips Before You Buy

Photo by Paul Brennan via Pixabay If you're like many prospective homeowners who've been looking at listings lately in preparation for moving forward with purchasing property, you've noticed listings for foreclosures. Some people in your position are attracted by the idea of saving money on foreclosures, while others may simply have fallen in love with a home that...

Buying A Foreclosure

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Posted on 07/12/2021

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 07/05/2021

New to House Flipping? Here's Why You Should Avoid Structural Renovations

Image by timotavi from Pixabay The basic premise of house flipping seems like a simple enough business model. Buy an inexpensive house that requires renovations, make them, and sell it for more than you invested. However, it's important to remember that house upgrades and structural repairs are worlds apart. A savvy house flipper would be wise to understand...

Home Contractor

House Renovation

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Posted on 07/01/2021

Washington, DC Real Estate Market Update 7/1/2021

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Posted on 06/28/2021

3 Budget-Friendly Alternatives to Natural Stone

Photo by eberhard grossgasteiger from Pexels Natural stone siding is not always the best choice. Depending on your budget and the climate where you live it might be wise to choose an alternative. But what if you have your heart set on the look of a stone house? There are lots of material options for home exteriors on...

Budget Friendly

Cultured Stone

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Posted on 07/26/2021

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