When was the last time you checked on your CO detector? Image

When was the last time you checked on your CO detector?

Just when I think I know everything there is to know about running a household, I’m woken in the middle night by an extremely loud chirping noise. No, we hadn’t been invaded by giant crickets, but instead, our smoke detector was low on batteries.

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It’s a good time of year to plan your vertical garden

There is one thing that sets new homes apart from houses built over a decade ago. Outdoor space. Houses are built much closer to the lot line than they were in the past.

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What to expect when your occupancy is approaching

If you’re a first-time buyer and your occupancy is quickly approaching, a whole series of things you’ve never had to deal with before are about to happen. There may be some stuff you don’t understand, and some of it can actually get confusing.

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Essential home maintenance tasks you should do in September Image

Essential home maintenance tasks you should do in September

We share tips like this every season, but little reminders can’t hurt! If you wait too long, it’ll be cold and more difficult to make any necessary repairs. There’s also potential for further damage if you ignore these tips!

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Why you should pay attention to condo fees when buying a new condo

Every month, you have to pay condo fees, and they can eat up a significant amount of your budget, so it’s important to pay attention before falling in love with your dream condo unit.

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How to keep pests out of your home this fall

While it’s still pretty warm out right now, the temperature will start dipping soon, and all of Mother Nature’s creatures will start looking for a warm spot to spend the fall and winter.

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Back-to-school tips that will make your mornings easier Image

Back-to-school tips that will make your mornings easier

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!”…no, it’s not Christmas (yet!), but it is back-to-school time! And while summer has been amazing and fun, if you’re a parent like I am, you may be welcoming back the structure of the school year.

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6 houseplants you should consider getting as summer ends Image

6 houseplants you should consider getting as summer ends

While there is still time left in this gardening season, it pains me to admit that it is slowly starting to wind down. As the end of August approaches, we are starting to think about carefully putting our outdoor garden to bed for the winter months.

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How treating your household financials like a business can save you money Image

How treating your household financials like a business can save you money

In an effort to make your household financials more manageable, let’s take a look at how a business manages its finances.

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What is a home equity line of credit and how does it work? Image

What is a home equity line of credit and how does it work?

If you currently own a home, you should look into a home equity line of credit. There are a number of reasons why it would make sense for you to take advantage of this product that most major lenders offer.

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