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09/02/2021

Wayne Paynter, Broker / REALTOR® Licensed in NC & VA

01/22/2021

Going green might initially seem more expensive, but for most households the long-term savings are significant.

One of the best ways to save energy and money is by transitioning to a greener home.

01/21/2021

Ditch the unnecessary plastic and try out some of these ideas to help the planet.

We are drowning the world in plastic. It washes onto our beaches, it sits entombed for centuries in landfills, it floats around the ocean in a cloud of microscopic particles twice the size of Texas. Most of it—75% in the U.S.—never gets recycled. Recycling it still takes 10% of the energy of mak...

01/16/2021

With a little creativity, you can transform your outdoor space even on a budget.

Get the most bang for your backyard buck.

01/15/2021

If a prospective home price is beyond F***y and Freddie's limits, this calculator is for you.

NerdWallet's jumbo loan calculator lets you input the home price, down payment and interest rate. The results show how much you'll pay in principal and interest on the mortgage, plus estimated property taxes and homeowners insurance.

01/14/2021

Mitigating the wrath of climate change is a good safety blanket for real estate investors.

Real estate pros wishing to attract large-scale capital and institutional investment should expect to demonstrate their assessments and climate prevention strategies to pass investment screenings.

01/13/2021

If you're looking to live more eco-friendly, these steps will help.

Embracing an eco-friendly lifestyle doesn’t happen overnight. It requires a thorough evaluation of your day-to-day habits, followed by small steps that reduce your energy consumption and wast…

01/12/2021

These Ikea hacks are perfect for DIY enthusiasts on a budget.

Lantern terrarium? Yes, please!