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Posted on 06/30/2024
Understanding assessed value: How does it compare?
Finding the value of your home requires knowing the assessed value, appraised value and market value of the property. While these terms all determine how much your home is worth, each is used in different ways. Here is a quick guide to assessed, appraised and market value to help: Assessed value Assessed value is based on a calculation...
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Posted on 06/23/2024
What homeowners should know about hazard insurance
Hazard insurance and homeowners insurance are often...
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Posted on 06/16/2024
3 Major Benefits of Sustainable Real Estate
Sustainability in real estate continues to rise in popularity and convenience. With increased awareness for the environment, builders and homeowners alike are prioritizing sustainable practices and materials in the real estate market. Here are some of the most important benefits of sustainable real estate: Environmental Benefits As you might expect, there are many environmental benefits to sustainable practices...
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Posted on 06/09/2024
How to design a small house for optimal space
Living in a tiny home or studio apartment? Smaller...
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Posted on 06/02/2024
Common mortgage loans & their characteristics
There are many mortgage loan options available on the real...
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Posted on 05/19/2024
Supplemental tax bill basics to know
A supplemental tax bill is separate from your annual tax...
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Posted on 05/12/2024
Basics & tips to keep your at home automation moving smoothly
Using an automated Internet of Things (IoT) has helped...
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Posted on 05/05/2024
How to decorate with herringbone pattern
Herringbone pattern is everywhere, both in exterior and...
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Posted on 04/28/2024
Sheltering at Home: How to Prepare for Extreme Weather
Sometimes when severe weather happens, the safest thing to do is remain indoors. However, for certain weather events with strong winds like tornadoes and hurricanes, there are some parts of your home that are safer than others. Here is a basic guide for how to shelter in your home to stay safe from extreme weather: Where to Shelter...
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Posted on 04/21/2024
What Affects the Housing Market? Understanding the Basics
Whether you’re buying or selling a house, it’s important to have a basic understanding of the housing market. However, that can be a lot more complicated than it seems. Many factors affect both your local and national housing markets, some of which can be hard to track and quantify. However, there are some basics you can start with...
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Posted on 04/14/2024
Choosing a Contractor: How to Find the Perfect Fit
Finding the perfect contractor might seem like a daunting task. With so much information available and so many choices to compare, the process can be long and tedious. However, there are some ways to make the process simpler while keeping your best interests in mind. Here are some tips for how to find a contractor: Personal Recommendations Start...
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