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10 Fresh Ideas for Your Fireplace Alcoves

October 13, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Screen Shot 2015-09-21 at 10.46.33 AMNot sure how to make use of the space on either side of your chimney? Check out these alternatives to the standard built-in bookcase

The alcoves on either side of the fireplace are ripe for a rethink. The typical combination of a cabinet with shelves above is a sensible staple for good reason — storage plus a spot for the TV — but before you opt for the tried and tested, why not consider a few alternatives, as these homeowners did?

Filed Under: Blog, Home Care

New Construction Home Sales Surge By 5.7%

October 12, 2015 By Leave a Comment

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Filed Under: Blog, Economy, Real Estate Updates

Your Fall Home Maintenance Checklist

October 11, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Screen Shot 2015-09-21 at 10.43.56 AMPrevent winter damage and boost energy efficiency by ticking off these to-dos before cold weather hits

Fall is a good time to take care of big home repair projects before shorter days (and in many areas, ice and snow) make outdoor work too difficult. And if you do live in an area with cold winters, take some time this fall to boost energy efficiency throughout your home, and prevent damage from winter storms with proper tree care (we spoke with an expert to find out what you need to do). Tick these 15 items off your list this season, and you can rest easy knowing that your home and yard are buttoned up and ready for winter.

Filed Under: Blog, Home Care

10 Furniture Essentials for Small Spaces

October 9, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Screen Shot 2015-09-14 at 6.12.39 PMHere are items to opt for when a full-size sofa would be the elephant in the room

In a compact space, choosing just-right furnishings can make all the difference between your home feeling cramped or comfortable. From practically invisible acrylic chairs to shelving that flexes with the needs of your space, these 10 furniture pieces should be on any small-space-dweller’s must-have list.

Filed Under: Blog, Furniture, Home Care

Choosing Your Exterior Paint Color

October 7, 2015 By Leave a Comment

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Filed Under: Blog, Home Care, Home Remodel

The Habits of Home: Energy Savings

October 5, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Here are some staggering statistics about just how much energy the average household uses and how seemingly simple changes can make a big difference on your electric bill. This infographic breaks it down, room by room.the-habits-of-home--interacting-with-your-energy

Filed Under: Appliances, Blog, Home Care

To-Dos: Your October Home Checklist

October 3, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Screen Shot 2015-10-01 at 4.27.49 PMAs temperatures drop and leaves start to turn and fall, prep for winter weather and enjoy the colors of the season

With leaves falling, farmers markets proudly displaying heaps of gourds and the sun dipping lower in the sky each day, there’s no doubt we are in the heart of autumn now. Pick and choose from among these seasonal tasks to make the most of this harvest month and prep for the winter ahead.

Filed Under: Blog, Home Care

Millennials and Housing

October 1, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Housingwire published a story that loanDepot interviewed 1,000 parents of Millennial-aged children and 1,000 adults ages 18-38 to see what the financial relationship is like between the two. The study found that 85% of Millennials plan to own a home someday; however, how they will afford it is a different story.

Seventeen percent of parents said they plan to help their children buy homes, while only 11% expect to be paid back (check out the bottom, left of the graph below).

Oddly enough, the percent of parents expecting to be paid back is significantly lower than the 43% of Millennials who plan on repaying their parents.

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Filed Under: Blog, Economy, real estate financing
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