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Kitchen trends to avoid when selling your house

Should you remodel your kitchen before you sell?  The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the house, and that includes when it comes time to sell. It’s the heart of the home and usually sets the tone for the rest of the house. If you’re thinking about remodeling your kitchen before […]

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Liquid Foundation Repair Kits: Do They Really Work?

photo credit Hiring a structural engineer to repair your foundation is painfully expensive, so it’s tempting to look for a less expensive DIY solution. For $60 or less, liquid foundation repair kits promise a simple, permanent repair for cracked concrete. But do they really fix the problem? How Much Does It Cost to Repair Your […]

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Selling Your House for Retirement: 4 Questions You Should Ask

photo credit After the kids move out, you may start thinking about downsizing to a place with fewer bedrooms. All of that extra space in your home represents equity that could be converted into cash for your retirement. But before you sell your home, ask yourself these four important questions. 1. Why Do You Want […]

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5 Smart Ways to Finance Emergency Home Repairs

photo credit Every year, nearly half of all homeowners (48 percent) are forced to pay for an emergency home repair, according to a recent survey by HomeServe USA. But most Americans have to scramble to cover the cost. According to a recent survey by Bankrate.com, 63 percent of Americans don’t have enough savings to cover […]

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