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Looking to be a landlord? Investing in real estate rentals can be lucrative, but be aware that “passive” income requires homework, real work, and some headaches. Whether you’re considering a long-term rental or an Airbnb, here’s a list of pros and cons homeowners face. But first, find out if real estate investing will work for… Continue

Real estate transactions are among the biggest financial exchanges homeowners encounter in their lives. If you’re preparing to sell your home, you’ll want to get the biggest return on this investment possible, so it’s important to position yourself – and your home – in the best light. Here are ten common mistakes that translate into… Continue

Are you a victim of puppy love? You’re not alone! Puppies are adorable and bring out our playfulness. They keep us active and can grow to be loyal friends. But along with the joys of adopting a puppy comes with the inevitable wear and tear on your home, and – even more importantly – a… Continue

When it comes to home styles in the U.S., we often broadly categorize them by region. A Southern style home might have columns and a spacious wrap-around porch with rocking chairs. We think of Californians as loving their mid-century modern ranch-style homes or Spanish style abodes. When we envision the midwest, farmhouses, and Craftsman-style homes… Continue

You may be a neatnik, but are you really a clean freak? Kudos to you for clearing clutter! Hats off for your regular cleaning routine! Now it’s time to clean those neglected places that may not require weekly maintenance, but a periodic cleanse to keep your house in tip-top shape. Tackle these projects to keep… Continue

Keeping up with kitchen mess is a monotonous yet necessary chore. But going beyond the daily tidying and really diving into a deep clean takes planning, effort and elbow grease. If you’re ready to make your kitchen truly sparkle, follow these steps toward a major cleanse. Be forewarned: This is going to get ugly. You’ll… Continue