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LCPU_10460_B1_rgb3.jpg A new roof can put money back in homeowners' pockets
A 2010 survey by American Express indicates that homeowners will spend more than $6,000 on average on home improvements this year. For one lucky homeowner this money may come back not only in the ...
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BWY2_11286_B5_rgb3.jpg Five keys to smooth sales and bargain buys in a slow housing market
Not everyone who relocates has the luxury of doing it when school is out and the yard looks beautiful. If you’re forced to sell your house and/or buy a new one outside peak season, you might...
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The new ways thieves are getting into homes: What you should know now
The idea of someone breaking into your home and stealing your possessions, or worse, threatening your family, is a terrifying notion. Unfortunately, over the years, criminals expand their repertoi...
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BDA8_10120_B122_rgb3.jpg Today's laminate floors - a 'real' wood alternative
You love the look of natural wood flooring but are afraid to install hardwood because you know the floor will take a beating from the kids, dogs and the heavy day-to-day traffic all too common in ...
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6CEF_11083_B75_rgb3.jpg Boosting home energy efficiency: Improvements that feel good and save money
A long-term investment in improved energy efficiency can make sound dollar sense for your family. Energy-efficient home improvements can help reduce energy use, lower utility bills and cut your ho...
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10910_B73_rgb3.jpg Kitchen, bath renovations remain tops, but go lean and green
When it comes to adding value and enjoyment to your home, kitchen and bath remodels still remain tops, remodeling and real estate experts say. But how people remodel is changing. High-end renovati...
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10274_B52_rgb3.jpg Weighing the costs of walking away from an upside-down mortgage
Owing more on your mortgage than your house is worth may seem like a bad investment. But the alternative – choosing to default on your mortgage even if you can afford the monthly payments &#...
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9758_B20_rgb3.jpg Bathroom design: It's all in the details
It’s most likely one of the top reasons you’ve been putting off that bathroom makeover or remodel — you’re not sure where to begin. So what should you look for when youR...
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10976_B54_rgb3.jpg Technology makes house-hunting easier than ever
It’s no secret that recent economic troubles have caused something of a “buyer’s market” when it comes to real estate in the U.S. With more than 27,000,000 homes for sale a...
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10635_B120_rgb3.jpg Lead-safe renovation - what homeowners need to know
Because some common remodeling practices can stir up lead paint and prove dangerous to a family’s health, it’s important for you to learn about a contractor’s lead-safe practices...
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10729_B110_rgb3.jpg Luxury vinyl tile provides everyday design with durability
Natural stone and ceramic tile floors have great design, architectural and sculptural qualities. But they can be expensive, hard to clean, cold to walk on and not very durable. So imagine transfo...
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10726_B11_rgb3.jpg Create 'curb appeal' with easy home projects
Whether you’re selling your home and want the best price, or you just want to be the envy of the neighborhood, creating “curb appeal” can be very rewarding. And you’re conf...
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