18th February 2009
One of the traditional answers to the question, “What should I do to increase my home security?” is “Get a dog.” Dogs, while they may be a deterrent, are not an automatic home security solution. You should never leave your property solely in t...
18th February 2009
Everyone wants to buy in a “good” neighborhood – low crime and attractive. However, all the “good” neighborhoods tend to cost more to buy in, making homes there hard to obtain or out of reach for buyers on a budget. However, buying in a less d...
06th October 2008
So, your house is on the market, and once again the figures have just been released showing that prices are down... down... down - but don't go down with them. Instead, get active and bring yourself up, up, up by doing something practical and truly helpfu...
06th October 2008
It can seem an insurmountable task sometimes to start saving for your first home. There is always that balance that is needed in life as well, i.e. how to enjoy some of your money while trying to save most of it!
We are often told that in order to re...
06th October 2008
Would it surprise you to know that up to 15% of our power bills are spent simply on electric lighting? Perhaps many of us are not aware of the small, yet effective ways we could economize on our energy payments.
For those of us who do not have homes...
18th July 2008
Amid reports of a new nation-wide mandatory registration for financiers - which may make mortgages more difficult to get - comes the great news that Denver realty is up again! These two pieces of news together mean that sooner (rather than later) would be...
23rd June 2008
The experience of purchasing your first home can be overwhelming. But it doesn't need to be. There are certain valuable insights that'll help you along the way, and ensure that you are in charge of your experience. Of course a great realtor can help you i...
23rd June 2008
Whether you're prepping your home for a sale, or you simply desire to create a better "flow" throughout your space, there is true merit in exploring the principles of Zen philosophy as applied to the design of your home and how you live within it.
- De-c...
21st June 2008
No one wants to be the victim of theft. Having your home broken into can be a traumatic experience. Beyond the anger, hurt and stress of having things of value taken from under you nose, is the horrible feeling of invasion. Your home, which is meant to be...
27th May 2008
When you're buying a condo, you may have a home inspection done as a matter of course. What some people don't realize, though, is that the roof of your condo is not generally included in a standard home inspection. This is important, because a roof that...
20th May 2008
Books are an integral part of many peoples homes, yet arranging them to be useful and attractive remains a fine art. Many publishers are not obliging enough to publish their novels in complimentary colors. Your favorite books may look a little shabby, e...
15th May 2008
1. Bicycle or Walk
I realize that in North American culture, the car reigns supreme. Unfortunately, so do the gas prices. If you can do something without driving, do it! Cycling and walking are much lower-cost and healthy ways of traveling short...
11th February 2008
It's a good time to start thinking and planning ahead for your garden. A neat and tidy front yard can enhance a property, but a beautifully planned one can really make an ordinary house look special.
Some accessories that will make your yard look real...
05th February 2008
Are you thinking of relocating to a new city? Maybe you've been transferred at work, starting a new degree or maybe you're just looking for a change of scenery. Although it's not an easy decision, relocating can be an exciting opportunity for a fresh star...
21st January 2008
If you are planning to sell your home in 2008, then don't go plowing all your spare cash into expensive re-modeling work. While this used to bring in the bucks for the seller, there is more emphasis nowadays on spaciousness, neatness and cleanliness.
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