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Seven ways to maintain your home this winter

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, it’s time to prepare your home for the challenges of the colder months. Just like we bundle up in warm coats and hats, our homes need extra care to withstand winter’s chill.  From a real estate perspective, proactive maintenance not only prevents costly repairs but…
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Prioritize family safety when decorations go up

Home safety issues are never far away during the Holiday season. Fire departments respond to more emergencies at this time of year than at any other. Usually, it’s chimney fires or candles that have tipped over unnoticed. Occasionally, folks might overload their electricity supply. Given modern-day Holiday decor, there can be wires for fairy lights…
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Finding the Perfect Hearth for Your Holiday Gatherings

The Holidays are a time for gathering with loved ones, sharing stories, and creating lasting memories. And what better place to do so than around a warm and inviting fireplace.  A wonderful fireplace can be the heart of the home – a cozy gathering spot where families and friends can relax and connect.  Choosing the…
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Six tips to enjoy festive season in your new home

If you’re about to move home in the next few weeks, you might be thinking about how you’re going to cope with Yule Tide or other festivities in your new property. You’d be forgiven for feeling a little overwhelmed by the challenge of moving home and embracing the Holiday season. But don’t worry. Tens of…
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Energy-efficient upgrades for a warmer winter

As the days grow shorter, there’s no time to lose in preparing your home for the winter months ahead.  But this year, instead of simply cranking up the thermostat, here are some energy-efficient upgrades that will keep you warm and cozy and reduce your energy bills. Insulation Think of insulation as your home’s winter coat.…
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It’s time to double-down on tax benefit from your home

As the year winds down, it’s time for homeowners to shift their focus towards year-end financial planning.  Savvy homeowners can take advantage of several strategies to maximize tax benefits and potentially save money. Here’s a breakdown of key areas to address before the clock strikes midnight on December 31. Deep dive into deductions Owning a…
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Seven tips for downsizing and living large

The desire for a simpler life drives many folks to embrace the concept of downsizing in their later years.  Selling a larger home for a smaller space can offer numerous benefits, including financial freedom and fewer home maintenance tasks. Many couples will downsize when their children have left the family home.  Rattling around in a…
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Seven tips for downsizing and living large

The desire for a simpler life drives many folks to embrace the concept of downsizing in their later years.  Selling a larger home for a smaller space can offer numerous benefits, including financial freedom and fewer home maintenance tasks. Many couples will downsize when their children have left the family home.  Rattling around in a…
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Six tips to enjoy festive season in your new home

If you’re about to move home in the next few weeks, you might be thinking about how you’re going to cope with Yule Tide or other festivities in your new property. You’d be forgiven for feeling a little overwhelmed by the challenge of moving home and embracing the Holiday season. But don’t worry. Thousands of…
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Prioritise family safety when decorations go up

Home safety issues are never far away during the Holiday season. Fire departments respond to more emergencies at this time of year than at any other. Usually, it’s for chimney fires or candles that have tipped over unnoticed. Occasionally, folks might overload their electricity supply. Given modern-day Holiday decor, there can be wires for fairy…
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