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5 Pro Tips to Improve Your Home’s Interior

7Oct By Sofia MitchellNo Comments

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5 Pro Tips to Improve Your Home’s Interior

You may have loved your home's interiors when you first moved in, but everyone needs an update once in a while. Even if your space was well-designed, it could be outdated or worn down. Your upholstery may require a reboot, or your carpet may need a deep clean. You may have to throw out your old furniture to make way for new, stylish pieces. There's no one correct way to improve your interiors. However, it's a better idea to make a few creative tweaks rather than start over. Consider what you need to fix first. Do you need your outdated furniture and that eyesore of a carpet? Would a few exciting paintings help add an artistic flair to your room? Once you've identified your problem areas, you can start to improve the interiors slowly. Here's how to begin the process. 1. Focus on your fl...

6Oct By Aston SpencerNo Comments

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Fall Home Maintenance Checklist

Fall. Just the word brings up images of bonfires, hayrides, fuzzy socks, and nippy nights. Oh, and pumpkin spice. Pumpkin spice everything and anything. While you're drinking your pumpkin spice latte and planning your weekend at the football game, don't forget about those home maintenance tasks that have been piling up during the summer months. You want your home to be cozy, comfy, weather-proof, and safe before the winter begins. What better time to get these tasks taken care of than during the cooler fall season? If you're unsure of what the best tasks are to complete in the fall, read on below for a few things to help you get started. Clean the Gutters Throughout the year your gutters fill up with leaves, twigs, and other debris. If left uncleaned, the gutters will soon become cl...

5 Things to Do With Your Kids Before the Cold of Winter Hits

6Oct By Aston SpencerNo Comments

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5 Things to Do With Your Kids Before the Cold of Winter Hits

Winter is not always the most exciting time for parents. Your kids may have loved the summertime because they get to play outside and enjoy the beauty of a sunny day. As winter approaches, they have to say goodbye to outdoor fun and spend most of their time indoors. If you're scrambling to enjoy your time before winter hits, keep reading for five fun things you can do with your kids to embrace some summer sun before the cold comes knocking at your door. 1. Plan a beach trip. What better way to enjoy yourselves than a family trip to the beach? If you live near the beach, this is a great convenient option for a weekend getaway. Your kids will love splashing around in the water, making sandcastles, and you will undoubtedly enjoy basking in the sunshine as well. If you're too far from a be...

Mortgages and How They Work With Display Homes

4Oct By Lucia RussellNo Comments

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Mortgages and How They Work With Display Homes

A display home may just be the perfect investment for you and your family. Whether you are buying to move in or to rent, a display home provides a steep discount for a great product. But what about the mortgage rate for these reduced real estate listings? Well, a display model is a home that was built for the purpose of showing off the features a contractor can use in future homes to be built when prospective buyers place an order in the new development. Some can come with all the upgrades, leaving you with an extravagant house to consider as a potential buyer yourself. In essence, the mortgage process is no different when buying a display house for sale than it would be in the paperwork when purchasing any home. But there are some significant pros in the mortgage equation when putting ...

5 Things to Figure Out Before Moving In With Your Spouse

2Oct By Aston SpencerNo Comments

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5 Things to Figure Out Before Moving In With Your Spouse

There comes a point in every relationship where you and your partner have drawers, cabinets, and closet space in each other's homes. It doesn't make much sense to pay for a primary residence that you never spend time in, but it might make sense to officially move in together. Combining your lives under one roof is a big move that shouldn't be taken until you figure out a few important things about each other. 1. Discuss the reasons for moving in together. It's important to discuss the underlying reasons for moving in together. Maybe you see you moving in together as a smart financial move. Just because moving in together makes financial sense doesn't mean it makes sense for the relationship. Cohabitating too early in a relationship that doesn't have a clear direction could end in emot...

5 Tips to Transform Your House Into a Dream Home

27Sep By Aston SpencerNo Comments

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5 Tips to Transform Your House Into a Dream Home

Loving your home is integral to your peace of mind. But for the many of us who are forced to contend with other priorities and setbacks in our lives, the perfect home seemingly remains out of reach. However, in actual fact, it isn't. Turning your house into a dream home that you live to come back to every evening is possible. It just takes a little preplanning and a bit of dedication to make your dream home a reality. Buy with aspirations in mind. When looking at a potential new home, you should envision yourself living in it for the long haul, but also understand where alterations can be made. Buying with Exclusive Buyer Agents can help this process of dreaming for the future. A buyer agent is someone that works exclusively with home buyers, not sellers. This means as a buyer, you can...

3 Ways to Rebuild Your Church After COVID-19

26Sep By Aston SpencerNo Comments

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3 Ways to Rebuild Your Church After COVID-19

People look for comfort in different places during times of crisis. For some, it's at a local church or place of worship. However, since the COVID-19 pandemic began, most of these spaces were closed during lockdowns. As things reopen, you may wonder how to re-build your church to meet the new needs of congregations still suffering the ongoing public health scare. Even before you're ready to re-build and reopen for in-person services, you can help your community find comfort in their church. Offer programs to help their mental health, faith-based grievance groups, and live chat support for those who need help during this time. If you're focused on re-building for in-person services, make sure you do so at the right time, meet your customers' expectations, and ensure the health ...

5 Must-Know Tips for Packing for a Long Trip

24Sep By Aston SpencerNo Comments

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5 Must-Know Tips for Packing for a Long Trip

You’ve cleared your schedule, and it’s time to go relax on a vacation. Taking a long trip can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Packing is often the most daunting task, from what to actually pack to how many bags you should take along with you. Luckily, there are several simple ways to make packing for your long trip a much smoother process. Here are five tips to make packing for a long stay hassle-free. 1. Get organized. Many of us have had last-minute trips where we throw whatever's nearest in a suitcase, but long trips require a bit more organization. Carefully consider how much you need to bring on your trip. Then you can think about luggage options and what would make the most sense. Do you need a carry-on? What’s the maximum number of suitcases you want to bring? This is w...