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Posted on 08/01/2022

Tangible personal property taxes: Basic info to know

What is the difference between property tax and tangible personal property tax? While property taxes are commonly understood as payments on your home or land, tangible personal property is a less common term used in real estate. Referring to physical objects other than the literal land or building, personal tangible property is important in commercial and rental businesses....

Personal Tangible Property

Property Taxes

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Posted on 07/25/2022

Much the same as architectural styles and interior design themes, color trends have a tendency to rise and fall with each passing season. However, there are a few that seem to persist throughout the years. If you're planning to paint your home this year, here are a few colors that have withstood the test of time and keep...

Home Improvement

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Posted on 07/18/2022

DIY Wall Art Ideas

Wall art helps to fill the space on any wall regardless of its size or shape. While it's easy to head to a big box store that sells home decor and other household items in order to find wall art to hang, it's far more interesting to create your wall art yourself. These are DIY wall art ideas...

Arts And Crafts

Diy

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Posted on 07/11/2022

Matching Tile & Grout Color: How to Make the Best Choice

If your next remodel involves adding tile, you’ll need to choose grout to go with it. While it might seem like an insignificant detail, grout color can make an enormous difference in the look and overall style of the space. Some grout and tile combinations have become popular trends in the last few years. However, it’s important to...

Bathroom

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Posted on 06/27/2022

3 Things You Should Know About Insurance for Home Renovations

If you own a home, then you have a home insurance policy. This policy is there to provide you with coverage in the event of something unexpected — such as significant damage from a storm or stolen property. If your home is damaged, you may be able to put some of your insurance claim toward upgrades and renovations,...

Home Improvement

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Posted on 06/20/2022

Entryways: Which Material Is Best for You?

Conducting due diligence on the right entryway door material typically leads everyday people down a path filled with online marketing. Manufacturers often prefer to tout the top reasons wood, fiberglass and steel doors provide the “best” option for homeowners. And while much of what door-makers explain about their products may be true, homeowners are tasked with selecting a...

Hazardous Materials

Door

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Posted on 06/13/2022

Tornado Safety: How to Prepare

With wind speeds of over 300 miles per hour, a tornado can be devastating. Luckily, meteorologists can predict them accurately enough to give you time to get to safety. Before a tornado comes, however, it's important to be prepared. Here are some tips for being tornado-ready: Know Where to Go Under ground is the safest place to go...

Home Safety

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Posted on 06/06/2022

A Starter Home Might Be Right for You. Here's Why.

Many first-time homebuyers face the choice between a starter home and a forever home. Every situation is unique but there are some key advantages to starter homes that exist across the board. Here we’ll go over the major reasons you might want to consider getting a starter home. Lower Price Starter homes are smaller and often in less...

First Time Buyer

Home Buying

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Posted on 05/30/2022

How to design an art studio home

Many creative homeowners dream of having their own private art studio. Home layouts might provide the extra square footage, but how do you go about designing the ideal creative space? If you want to set up your functional art studio at home, there are plenty of ways to work with the space you already have. Here are some...

Art At Home

Art Studio

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Posted on 05/23/2022

Expert Advice for Packing & Moving Books

For many homeowners, a book collection is a point of pride and an important element in their interior decor. Books can hold emotional as well as functional significance and their presence in any room adds an important personal touch. However, when it comes time to move, an extensive book collection can be difficult to work with. Books are...

Books

Moving

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Posted on 05/16/2022

Homeowners insurance: How much can you save?

Budget-conscious homeowners know there are often ways to save on goods and services, but might wonder when it comes to homeowners insurance, “how much?” Insurance is complicated, and homeowners insurance cost is determined by many factors. Luckily, despite how complex it might seem, there are some ways you can save on your homeowners insurance. Here are some budget-friendly...

Cost Of Insurance

Discounts

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Posted on 05/09/2022

How to Make a Pet Bed From a Sweatshirt

There are many options for repurposing or donating old clothing. For pet owners, here is one more option: making a custom pet bed. This simple DIY project will help you transform an old sweatshirt into a cozy new bed for your small dog or cat. Here is all of the information you need to get started: Materials &...

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