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Are You Getting Ready to Downsize Your Home?

You did not really intend to be downsizing quite this soon, but the day that you saw your neighbor and his adult son measuring part of their acreage for a new home, you decided to have a conversation. They were indeed thinking about building a second home on their property, and when you suggested that the son just buy yours, they were immediately interested. The thought of months of construction and all of the mess that it involves is never a fun idea in a place where there is more cold and wet weather than anything else, so you were not surprised that they agreed to immediately come walk through your space.
Things happened pretty quickly after that initial walk through and now you find yourself spending this summer sorting and making decisions about what you want to keep and what you are going to have to part with. You have the Red Cross pickup schedule memorized and always have a pile of house hold and Continue Reading

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3 Reasons to Build Your Fence out of Vinyl

Ever since its invention in 1913, vinyl has been used for a variety of products, from home wares to records. Although vinyl has become more popular in fencing and home siding since the 1980’s, many purists insist on using traditional wood for fencing and siding. While wood is still the preferred choice for those who want to have a varied look for their fence, here are a few reasons to consider building a vinyl fence this summer.

Vinyl is low maintenance.

As those who have ever had a traditional wood fence or deck know, wood needs to be sealed and stained regularly. It’s also susceptible to rot and termites. Vinyl, as a synthetic fiber, doesn’t have these problems. It can be hosed off every now and again and then forgotten about. While a surface level search for “fence parts near me” may yield more wood-related pr

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Cleaning 4 Problem Areas in Your Home

It’s tough to find a better feeling than having an organized home. Unfortunately, many people feel that they don’t know where to start in regards to organizing their homes. That being said, ordering a few items will make organizing your home incredibly easy. Considering that, here are four great ways for keeping problem areas in your home organized.

  • Cube Organization Furniture for Children’s Rooms

    Research from England found that the average 10 year old owns 238 toys yet only regularly plays with 12 of them. If you have children, you likely notice that they’re favoring certain toys of others. Children with too many toys can often create messes, especially those who are extremely young. With that in mind, you’ll find that cube organizers keep children’s toys stowed away safely. In addition, these cubes make obtaining and storing toys a breeze for both children and parents.

  • Shoe Organizers are Wise Purchases

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Choosin and Working With a Home Builder

Are you planning on building your own home? Choosing a home builder can be a stressful part of the process, but if you get the right one you’ll take a lot of the burden off yourself. Since two in every five people in the United States strongly prefer having a newly-built home over buying existing houses for sale, you know there are plenty of home builders to choose from. Of course, we’ve all heard horror stories about homes builds. The majority of home builders, however, are very capable and professional: and never get into the news or those urban legend stories! Here are the six best tips for choosing and working with your home builder, so you can be sure you get the home you want.

  1. Know your build. What size of a home do you want, and what do you need specifically? Do you need things to move at the speed of light? Do you need your home to be as eco-friendly as possi
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Carbon Fiber Canes and Why You Should Get One

Every year, one in four older adults will take a fall, and for over 50% of them that fall will happen in their own home where they least expect it. Two million of America’s seniors will have to visit an emergency room to be treated for injuries that took place when they fell. For the elderly, there are two causes of falls that are most common. One is dizziness when standing up or walking, and the other is simply unsteadiness. If you’re feeling increasingly unsteady as you age, or if you love someone who is going through this natural effect of aging, a carbon fiber cane can make all the difference.

  • Using canes is a normal part of aging for many people. Nearly 6.8 million people in the United States are using some kind of assistance device, like a cane, in order to improve mobility. In fact, almost 40% of people over 85 have to use a mobility device, wheth
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Tips for Getting a Mortgage That Suits Your Needs

If you’re in the market for a new house, you’re probably also looking at homeowner loans and trying to work through a mortgage calculator. Which mortgage company should you go go with, and how do you choose a competitive mortgage loan offer? Keep reading for some important tips on choosing the mortgage that’s right for you.

  • Look carefully for the right lender. You need more than just a good rate out of your mortgage company, so to improve your chances you want to first make sure your own credit score is in good shape. Any score under 580 is unlikely to allow you to qualify for a mortgage. It’s also important to make sure your credit report is accurate. You’ll also want to pay off any high-interest debts you have and lower your overall debt as much as possible. The less debt you’re carrying, the more a mortgage company will be willing to let you carry in home loan.