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Should You Get a Pre-Sale Home Inspection?

Unless you’re in a seller’s market where you can expect many offers, quickly, it might make sense to get a pre-sale home inspection. It can give your listing a competitive advantage. What is it? It’s simply a professional inspection you get done on your own home. Assuming only a few inconsequential issues ...

New Homebuyers: Quick Guide to Finding Exactly What You Want

Photo by Yavyav via Shutterstock Whatever your priorities are, before you take on the purchase of a home, answer these questions for yourself: Why do you want to purchase a house? Is it for financial reasons? Is it less expensive than paying rent? Until you’re certain about your reasons for buying, take ...

Solomon’s Seal & More: Shade-Loving Plants to Consider for Your Garden

A shaded yard or garden space might seem like a challenge. However, there are many plants like Solomon's seal that prefer partial to full shade. If you're searching for plants to fill your shaded garden, here are some suggestions to consider: Solomon's Seal Solomon's seal plants have long, arching vines with rows ...

Home maintenance: How to prevent plumbing problems

Plumbing issues can occur suddenly sometimes and the result can be hundreds and even thousands of dollars worth of damage. Luckily, there are a few simple steps you can take to maintain the upkeep of your plumbing system and reduce the chances of repairs needing to be made. Keep toilets & ...