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09/20/2026

How to Evaluate a Home's Maintenance History
A home can look well cared for during a showing and still leave plenty of questions about how it has been maintained over the years. Fresh paint and an orderly yard are easy to notice. The condition and history of the systems behind the walls aren't always as obvious.
You don't need a complete record...

A home's maintenance history can reveal more than its current appearance. Learn what buyers can look for when reviewing repairs, updates, and major systems.

09/16/2026

Next time you want that spa-like restfulness, ditch the fancy resort and create a spa-like atmosphere in your home. You can make it happen!

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Your bathroom is the place where you can lock the door and relax, so make it a place of pure luxury. These stunning luxury bathrooms bring inspiration on layout, contemporary bathtubs, modern basins, unique faucets and spa style bathroom decadence.

09/13/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Property Disclosure Forms
When you're buying a house, the disclosure form can be easy to skim past. It often arrives alongside other paperwork, but it can provide useful background on the property before you move further into the transaction.
What sellers must disclose varies by state, so the form isn't the same everywhere....

A property disclosure form can offer useful clues about a home's history and known issues. Buyers should know what the form can tell them, what it may leave out, and where an inspection still matters.

09/09/2026

Ready to get to work on some home projects this fall? Try these out!

09/07/2026

We hope you have a wonderful Labor Day! What are your plans?
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09/06/2026

How to Compare Mortgage Options Like a Pro
Shopping for a mortgage can be difficult, since lenders present the numbers in so many different ways, and it's easy to focus on whichever number stands out first. Knowing what to actually compare is what helps you save money.
Know That the Interest Rate Isn't the Whole Story
The interest rate quoted...

Shopping for a mortgage means comparing more than the interest rate. Here's what buyers should check before picking the right lender and loan for their needs.

09/02/2026

Autumn is here! Why not make some easy style updates around the house?
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08/26/2026

Who else loves a good throw pillow arrangement? Get one of these in your home.
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08/19/2026

Most painting projects are major undertakings, but your home's exterior can require an extra level of skill. If you want to get it done right the first time, these tips can help.
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Painting the outside of your house can seem pretty daunting, but you can save a lot of money doing it yourself. This article will give you the tools to get started.

08/16/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Property Boundaries
You might assume the fence marks the edge of your property. In many cases, it doesn't, and that gap between what you see and what the survey shows is where boundary disputes start. Before you fall in love with a lot size or a mature tree line, it's worth understanding what actually sets the edge of a...

Property lines aren't always where you think they are. Here's what buyers should check before closing so a boundary question never turns into a costly surprise.