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Posted on 06/16/2019
Calculating Mortgage Costs
Learning the nuances of buying a home does not take a college degree in mathematics. You do not even need to know calculus or trigonometry. The numbers all come from multiplication, division, and percentages. However, understanding the numbers is not all there is to know about mortgages. Debt finance has a language of its own, so here are...
Mortgage
Real Estate
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Posted on 06/09/2019
What is “Cutting In” When I Paint?
If you’ve never painted a home before, the term “cutting in” may be new to you, but to seasoned painters, it can either be your worst nightmare or your favorite part. Cutting in is a method of painting that eliminates most of the extensive prepping required when you follow all those painting instructions: remove all cover plates from...
Painting Tips
Home Improvement
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Posted on 06/02/2019
Common Home Decorating Mistakes To Avoid
Giving your home that extra special touch of class usually requires some much-needed design retouches. However, to get your home looking picture perfect, there are some decorating "don'ts" you should try as much as possible to avoid. Interior design is highly personal, and this is in no way an attempt to clamp down your creative genius. It is...
Home Improvements
Home Decoration
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Posted on 05/26/2019
Lighting Ideas for Gazebos
After a typical, long day, everyone wants to cool off one way or the other. Outdoor decks provide a unique recreational experience that enhances luxury living. However, gazebos without lighting are limited to use only in the day. With proper lighting, you can extend the use and pleasure of your gazebo well into the evening. Another thing lighting...
Outdoor Living
Lighting
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Posted on 05/19/2019
Making Your Housekeeping Manageable
You recently moved to a new house so, good for you! You upgraded to a larger living space. The kids each have a room, and the house has a living room and a den along with a kitchen nook and a formal dining room, office and plenty of bathrooms. You're all set to start your new life of...
Cleaning Tips
Chores
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Posted on 05/12/2019
A Home is not Really an Investment … Promise.
For years, people have believed that their new home purchase is the same kind of investment as their 401k or stock and bonds. Even with the obvious drops in prices during and since the economic crash, many buyers continue letting their home be their only retirement asset. The main property you live in should be left out of...
Mortgage
Personal Finance
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Posted on 05/05/2019
Open House Etiquette - How to Make the Most of Your Visit
Buyers new to the housing market often don’t know where to start their search. In fact, sometimes they don’t even know for certain in which community they want to make their home. Even knowing the type of house-style they want is a mystery. If they’re the first in their family to own property, narrowing down choices seems monumental....
Open House
Homebuyers
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Posted on 06/15/2019
12098 Paper Birch Lane, Gainesville, VA 20155 is now new to the market!
Stunning home w/ hardwood floors & fresh paint, conveniently located in most sought after Broad Run Oaks. Home has wonderful open floor plan and features 5 bedrooms, 4-1/2 Baths, Gourmet Kitchen, Family Rm w/Gas FPL, Main LVL Office, Gleaming Hardwood, 2 Story Foyer, Luxurious Master Suite w/Sitting Rm & fireplace, and huge finished basement. Spacious, sun filled, beautifully maintained...
Real Estate
Gainesville
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