Downsizing is often seen as the ultimate way to resolve money concerns, reduce responsibilities and begin a new chapter in your life. It’s a good strategy for anyone facing a financial hardship that needs a short-term fix, but most people downsize as they enter their later years to make life easier for themselves. The family…
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Investing in your own home has never been more rewarding as the property market continues to enjoy one of its most significant boom periods. Countless ways to maximise the value of your home exist, but there are few better than installing a modern kitchen. If you’re thinking of selling, this is a great strategy to…
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For garden-loving homeowners, crisp, cold winter days means it’s still possible to tick some gardening chores off your list before the children in the street start building snowmen. Your garden is an important feature of your home and contributes significantly to its value. A beautifully kept garden will always reward a homeowner when it’s time…
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When it’s time to decorate, choosing the right colors for your home can be both exciting and challenging. Whether you’ve just moved into a new property or are preparing to sell, a well-chosen color scheme can give your home a fresh, modern look and feel. Before you start painting, it’s helpful to consider current color…
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It’s hard to imagine losing a home in a fire but it happens every day somewhere across America and is even more common in winter and colder months. House fires are terrifying because of the risk to you and your family. But the damage and sense of loss to a home you love from fire…
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Worry about the amount of work involved or a fear of making bad design choices often makes many homeowners too anxious to take on large-scale projects that can improve our lifestyle and add value to our properties. Updating a kitchen is one of those projects with a lot at stake. This is where the family…
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One of the joys of buying property is the opportunity to meet new people and discover the treasures of your brand new neighborhood. This can be great fun if you’ve just moved into an urban area where there are almost endless chances to discover new cafes, bars and restaurants. With many prospective buyers looking to…
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If you’re seeking to install something a little bit special in your home that will generate plenty of discussion among family and friends, you can’t go much better than a wine cellar. Wine cellars are a fabulous luxury feature that makes your home memorable. When selling your property, they enhance buyer interest and, therefore, can…
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A remodeled bathroom is one of the most valuable features that you can present in a home if you are determined to achieve the maximum price when the time comes to sell. Buyers know that upgrading a bathroom is expensive and a significant project – and they love the idea that they can walk into…
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Applying for your first mortgage can be nerve-wracking as it determines how much a lender will offer as a mortgage and there’s no guarantee that will be sufficient to purchase a suitable property in your target neighborhood. Your first goal must be to secure pre-approval. This is the conditional promise of a mortgage that allows…
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