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How many times have you heard people agonizing over the style, material and color of their front door? Is red still in? Is yellow the new color? While a home’s decorative front doors attract most of the attention, garage doors are often ignored. Afterall, they're "just garage doors." These days, how

Do you - or another family member - spend too much time trying to find things in your refrigerator? Are condiments found everywhere? Are you creating a breeding ground for unintended science experiments with forgotten food? Getting into a routine with better refrigerator organization can help you st

Now that we've turned the clocks back and winter is just around the corner, it's a great time to think about painting rooms in your house! Paint can give your home a personality - or make a room more relaxing. Experts say different shades of the same color, such as a tone-on-tone look of creams and

Equipping your house with smart technology for lighting, HVAC and electronic appliances has not only become a trend in recent years, it makes life more convenient and provides energy efficiency. Here are some tips on how to begin making your home smarter. Add smart LED bulbs to lamps and light socke

Unveiling Autumn's Secret: Why Fall is a Prime Season to Buy a Home There's something magical about autumn – the crisp air, the radiant foliage forming a kohl around Mother Nature's eyes, and the promise of new beginnings. Fall not only brings about a change in the weather but also ushers in a flurr

When it comes to buying, storing and preparing food, acting in a sustainable manner helps reduce carbon emissions, conserve energy and reduce waste. Here are some ways you can make a difference. Shop. Before you get your groceries, plan meals and create a list to help focus on the items you need. Ch

It’s the perfect time for home maintenance. Changes in the air bring new challenges for homeowners and you’ll want to be ready when the first cold snap arrives! By spending a pleasant autumn afternoon on home maintenance, you can stay warm inside without worry throughout the cooler seasons. Here’s a

With the recent storms across the nation, and particularly local to the Merrimack Valley of Massachusetts where flooding occured in areas it never has before, you may be thinking about getting flood insurance. As the name suggests, flood insurance is a type of insurance policy that will pay out if y

The kids are back in school and thoughts of fall foliage and pumpkin spice are in the air! Are you thinking of taking a trip? While you're away, your empty home can attract unwelcome attention. Here are a few ways you can protect your home while you travel: Make it look like someone is home One of t

For many homebuyers, the quality of the local school district is often a primary concern, regardless of whether they have children or not. Why, you may ask? The school district impacts not only the education of the residents but also the value of the homes in that district. When it comes to buyers w

Yes, homes of the future - and now - can have both beautiful design and sustainbility! There are many ways to incorporate eco-friendly architecture and interior design.  You have many options You can make your home more sustainable through your design choices, such as: Simplify your yard. Choose low

Kitchen appliances make your space function, but what happens if you need to replace them? How do you choose the best appliances for your kitchen? Here's a look at how to choose the major appliances for your kitchen.  Stove and oven There are many options for stoves and ovens. Some designs split the

You may be confused about all you're reading regarding the state of the real estate market. Are homes still moving quickly? Yes, but only if they are priced right. Those homes are still selling quickly and receiving multiple offers.  If you're thinking of selling and want to get the best price, and

Nutsedges are perennial weeds that are aggressive and difficult to control. While the weed may look grassy, it is not a grass or a broadleaf weed but a sedge.Sedges have triangular stems and three rows of leaves. They grow at a much faster rate than turfgrasses, making them very noticeable in yards.

Have you built up a lot of equity in your home? Home equity is the difference between the value of your home and how much you still have left on your mortgage. If you purchased your home several years ago, you just may be sitting on a pile of available money! For example, if you have a home valued a

The start-of-the-school-year timing Even if you don’t have any kids that you’re hoping to have settled before the first day of school, this could still make an impact on your move because the sellers may be hoping to be out before the back-to-school frenzy. They may have kids they're looking to get

Wondering what the difference is between a Mortgage Preapproval and a Prequalification? When you decide to buy a home, you’ll have to go through an extensive lending process. For many homebuyers, this can be unfamiliar territory, leaving you with questions about the difference between mortgage preap

While mortgage rates are an important factor when deciding to purchase or sell a home, there are other reasons that may make you decide to take the plunge.  Mortgage interest rates have climbed significantly from the record lows of the past few years, so you may be hesitating to give up the lower in

Kitchens are one of the most essential spaces in a home, but a poorly lit kitchen can be a big turn-off for potential buyers. A dark kitchen is not only unattractive but also makes it difficult to cook and work efficiently. Fortunately, there are several ways to increase light in a dark kitchen. In

Is a messy house getting to you? Do you need to get clutter under control before a summertime celebration or milestone event hosted in your home? Here are a few things you can do to reduce the chaos in your home and your life caused by too much clutter! A Place for Everything The best way to tame cl