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Posted on 07/12/2020

Are Your Green Home Improvements Welcomed in Your Neighborhood ?

Photo by Maria Godfrida via Pixabay For a homeowner who wants to make green improvements and renovations to their personal property, the Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions, or CC&Rs, of the local homeowner association can pose problems that cost time, money and freedom of choice. This is especially true for homeowners who wish to make structural or aesthetic changes...

Green Living

Home Impovements

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Posted on 07/07/2020

Evaluate the Home Seller's Perspective

A homebuyer who considers the seller's perspective may be better equipped than others to enjoy a successful property buying experience. In fact, this buyer should have no trouble submitting a competitive offer to purchase – something that may lead to a fast home purchase. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you analyze the seller's perspective....

Buying A Home

Buyer Tips

Posted on 06/28/2020

Four Luxury Home Features Inspired by HGTV's 2020 Dream Home Sweepstakes

Photo by Viktor Birkus via Pixabay Everyone covets the annual HGTV Dream Home that's given away each year as part of a sweepstake. But the sad reality is that few winners are ever really able to take possession of their grand home and actually live out their happily-ever-after. There are, however, ways to pick and choose which features...

Home Improvements

Luxury Home

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Posted on 06/22/2020

How Certain Home Improvements Increase the Value of Your Home

Image by edvaldocostacordeiro from Pixabay Once you have purchased your home, you have made a significant investment. There are some home improvements you can make which can increase the value of your home and make the space you have more livable for you and your family. While many are concerned about “curb appeal” for potential sale in the...

Energy Efficiency

Updates To Your Home

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Posted on 06/22/2020

Voice-Controlled Smart Devices Your Home Needs

Photo by Andrey Bryzgalov via Shutterstock We’ve learned to use voice controls in our cars for hands-free calling, but what about in our homes? Alexa, Google Assistant, Echo and Siri are for more than simply using your voice to switch on the lights or control the temperature. Here are more ways to control your home with the sound...

Home Improvement

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Posted on 06/21/2020

How to Reuse your Moving Boxes

Image by khathar ranglak from Shutterstock Most times, after moving your property into your new home, you have stacks of empty cardboard boxes to put away. After taking out the contents, you might be wondering what to do with that pile of cardboard. Thankfully, cardboard moving boxes are easy to reuse and can serve other purposes. Break Down...

Repurpose

Moving Boxes

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Posted on 06/14/2020

Vinyl Siding for Your Home

Image by Marina Pousheva from Shutterstock One of the clear benefits of siding is to protect both the exterior and interior of the home. This protection is mainly against harsh elements. There are many siding options from which to choose, but the standard siding choice is vinyl siding. Homeowners looking to add this feature to their home will...

Benefits Of Vinyl Siding

Vinyl Siding

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Posted on 06/07/2020

3 Things You Should Know Before Buying an Older Home

Image by skeeze from Pixabay For those who embrace a sense of nostalgic charm, older homes have an undeniable allure. The yesteryear designs and attention to detail are often absent in new construction. As attractive as the idea of living in a glorious Victorian or period home may be, it’s also imperative that you take an extra-long look...

Home Insurance

Older Homes

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Posted on 05/31/2020

Brighten Your Home Office with Upcycled File Cabinets

Image by TeroVesalainen from Pixabay Is your workspace feeling a little blah lately? The new year is just the right time to make a change! Make it part of your New Year's resolution to create a cheery, bright, and welcoming workspace by upcycling your old, dingy file cabinet into this blackboard-sided, pretty yet utilitarian piece of office furniture!...

Home Decor

Painting

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Posted on 05/24/2020

Tips on Making Your New Luxury Home Perfect for You

Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay When you find the perfect home, you will probably make some changes in the décor since not everyone has the same tastes in colors and textures. Painting the interior, changing carpets and flooring and updating fixtures such as the showers, sinks, tubs and toilets are all updates many people make when moving...

Home Impovements

Luxury Home

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Posted on 05/17/2020

What is the Difference between Easement & Right of Way

Photo by David McBee from Pexels At some point, you might come across the terms “easement” and “right of way.” These terms both imply another person or entity may have use of your property. As a homeowner or buyer in the market for a home, you’ll want to thoroughly understand both of these terms and how they can...

Property

Legal

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Posted on 06/29/2020

1350 Saint James Court, St. Helena, CA 94574 is now new to the market!

Updated three bedroom, two bathroom townhouse in desirable St. Helena Park! With stainless appliances, new window coverings, fresh paint and new carpet this home is fabulous! Primary bedroom located on the entire second floor featuring en suite bath and walk-in closets. Private deck off the living room is terrific for entertaining. Storage and closet space abound. Attached two car garage includes washer and dryer. Close to town, this is Wine Country living at its...

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