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Plumbing solutions for tiny houses and nontraditional spaces
(BPT) - Ignited by the pandemic in 2020 and 2021, alternative housing options continue to trend upward — even while the overall housing market has cooled. Remote work has opened possibilities for living almost anywhere, even working while traveling, which has led to increased interest in opt…
4 ways to make your home come to life with colorful and patterned tile
(BPT) - Whether you are looking at making a dramatic statement or adding a pop of color to a more neutral space, tile is an excellent and expressive choice for any home renovation project. Because of the range of glazes, surface patterns and materials, there are virtually limitless options t…
Top 5 outdoor design trends for 2023
(BPT) - 2023 will reveal a few new outdoor design trends, but two of them — mixed materials and bringing the indoors out — are maintaining their previous popularity into the new year. New trends landscape designers are anticipating include more interest in sustainability, expanding the use o…
Top 5 kitchen trends to try in the new year on any budget
(BPT) - When designing your dream kitchen, it's important to balance timeless features with modern colors, patterns and textures that reflect your personality and style — especially since, now more than ever, it provides a place to cook, eat, work and entertain. A beautifully designed kitche…
How to breathe new life into your home without a complete renovation
(BPT) - Do you want a new look for your home in the new year? Perhaps you crave an update but you want to avoid the time and cost commitment of a complete renovation? You may be surprised how a few well-chosen elements can breathe new life into your home.
5 myths about Veteran Affairs loans
(BPT) - More veterans are taking advantage of an important benefit for service members: A Veterans Affairs (VA) loan. According to data from the Department of Veterans Affairs, more than 1.4 million VA loans were taken out in 2021, a 15.6% increase from the previous year. However, there are …
Plan ahead for your perfect deck
(BPT) - A big part of building your dream deck is the planning. In fact, a typical deck project can take six months (or more) from inspiration to installation. To help make your dream a reality, the following are tips for keeping your deck project on track, on trend and on budget.
How to make elevated design choices: The delight is in the details
(BPT) - Whether you're a DIYer wanting to transform your home or a professional designer, each decision you make about the quality of finishes impacts the overall look of a room. From thoughtfully selected color palettes to carefully curated textures, each finish decision you make can bring …
5 tips for getting ready to buy your first home
(BPT) - By AmeriSave Mortgage Corp.
4 benefits of enclosing your porch or patio
(BPT) - Love your porch or deck and wish you could enjoy it all year long (but with fewer bugs and less time spent fighting the elements)?
5 tips for building an online profile to land a skilled trades job
(BPT) - Across the U.S., there is a strong, growing need for highly skilled tradespeople. According to the Home Builders Institute, more than 300,000 skilled labor job openings remain unfilled. There are many reasons for this labor shortage, but one that doesn't get enough attention is the l…
Should I Buy or Rent a Home?
(StatePoint) If you're feeling stressed about rising rents and interest rates, you are not alone. Most American renters say their rents increased in the past 12 months, and for many, their wage gains didn't keep pace. In addition, mortgage rates have reached a two-decade high.
3 little-known stressors of buying and selling your home
(BPT) - Whether you're buying or selling a home, a real estate transaction can be a stressful process. There are, of course, the expected stressors of finances, moving costs and repairs, but buying and selling is also an emotionally stressful process. Opendoor, an e-commerce platform for res…
4 ways to protect your holiday packages
(BPT) - A recent survey conducted by Chamberlain Group found that 69% of homeowners worry about their package deliveries going missing during the holidays, adding to the stress they feel this time of year. Adding to the already hectic holiday season, the survey also found that 74% of homeown…
A rental property remodel done right
(BPT) - When it comes to upgrades and functional design, a rental property is often a space that's left on the backburner. Whether it's prepping for new tenants or simply giving a space a quick face lift, these projects can sometimes become overwhelming. See below for easy installation ideas…
Where is application fraud on the rise? Check out the 'Treacherous 20' cities
(BPT) - Evictions have been front-page news during the pandemic. At the start of the pandemic, the National Low Income Housing Coalition estimated that without assistance, 30 to 40 million Americans would be in danger of eviction by the end of that year. It's a heart-wrenching situation, whi…
5 tips to improve fire safety around your home
(BPT) - Take advantage of National Fire Prevention Month
5 outdoor upgrades that add value to a home
(BPT) - When it comes to adding value to a home, think outside the box. According to the 2022 Cost vs. Value Report from Remodeling magazine, nine of the top 10 home improvement projects proven to deliver the highest return on investment (ROI) at resale were exterior renovations.
What to Do if Your Mortgage Application is Denied
(StatePoint) If you dream of homeownership, having your mortgage application denied can be devastating. If this does happen to you, it's important to remember that you're not alone. Thirteen percent of all purchase mortgage applications -- a total of nearly 650,000 -- were denied in 2020, ac…
4 Tips for Preparing Your Home to Sell in Today's Market
(StatePoint) In the current market, houses are selling fast – meaning there's typically no need to spend time and money on large home repairs and renovations to get an offer. Instead, homeowners should focus on quick, easy DIY projects to give their space a facelift before listing – here's how.
Affording a Down Payment May Be Easier Than You Think
Updated Apr 8, 2022
(StatePoint) If you're ready to buy your first home but are short on the down payment, you're not alone. Affording a down payment is the number one barrier to homeownership, and rising housing costs are presenting even bigger hurdles.
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