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How Long Does It Last?
Sunday, July 6th, 2008The National Association of Home Builders and Bank of America Home Equity has issued a February 2007 report “Study Of Life Expectancy Of Home Components”. The report is based on information gathered and analyzed by the National Association of Home Builders in 2006.
While the report is to be used as a general guideline, it confirms [...]
Secure The Hatches - Help Prevent Break-Ins
Sunday, June 29th, 2008Yep, it’s true. Most break-ins occur at the most obvious places. Statistics from the Burglary Prevention Council show the following information. The number one choice for a burglar is the front door, closely followed by a ground floor window, or a side entrance.
The good news is you don’t have to install an alarm system. [...]
Increase Or Decrease In Value! What’s Up?
Sunday, June 22nd, 2008In the housing market, some home improvements actually pay off by increasing your home’s value. You may be surprised to learn that other projects will do little to improve the value, and some may actually decrease the value. If not that, at least make it more difficult to sale.
In general, updating your kitchen and bathrooms [...]
Soap To The Rescue
Friday, June 13th, 2008Well, since it’s not quite time for the Saturday bath, here are a few other ways to use that bar of soap. Use it for maintenance on windows, and cabinets as well as help with screws and nails.
If you are putting nails or screws in wood, particularly hardwood such as furniture, cabinets, or molding, try [...]
DO IT WITH FLOWERS – USE WINDOW BOXES
Saturday, May 31st, 2008What A great way to increase value to your home by adding visual color appeal. Window boxes and a few creative ideas give you a way to do it like the professionals.
If you are buying the window boxes, measure the width of the window including the trim. Choose a box that is at least [...]
CHOOSING THE RIGHT PAINT TO INCREASE VALUE AND LOOKS
Saturday, May 17th, 2008The best way to increase home value with the least expenditure of time and cash is to paint. After proper preparation, the choice of which paint, sheen and color to use has to be made.
While some paint brands may be better than another, the main point to remember is to choose the best quality of [...]
HOW TO MAKE THAT PAINT JOB LAST – PREPARATION!
Saturday, May 10th, 2008Nothing can increase home value in less time with less cash outlay than an exterior paint job. But to make the paint stand up to the elements for years to come, the task requires proper preparation on the existing paint and wood.
CLEAN UP TIME. The first task is to remove all dirt, mildew and oxidized [...]
Laminate Or Hardwood Flooring - Which To Choose? - What To Use?
Saturday, May 3rd, 2008Hardwood floors can certainly be beautiful. The finishes of today remove the waxing and upkeep of yesteryear. The choices of style and color can satisfy almost any desire. So, why wouldn’t everyone want a hardwood Floor?
Hardwood floors can be very expensive. Choose certain grains, board sizes and finishes and watch the $$$$ add up. Not [...]
INCREASE THE VALUE OF YOUR HOME WITH THESE 10 STEPS
Monday, March 17th, 2008How To Increase Home Value
Want to increase the value of your home? Want to make improvements without blowing your budget big time? Total remodels, even for one room, can run into the many thousands. The cost may be justifiable if you’re staying put at least 3 or more years, 5 or more preferably.
Just remember, most [...]
IMPROVE OR MOVE? That’s the Question!
Monday, March 17th, 2008How To Increase Home Value
Many people are in a quandry? What should I do? Should I spend money on a remodel or should I sell and move to another property? The answer can be complicated.
Today’s fairly stable, reasonable interest rates play an important role in the decision. Also to be considered is the neighborhood as [...]