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Is Buying a Fixer Upper for you?
1. It's going to take time
Sometimes, people go into buying a fixer-upper with an idea that they can fix it up and re-sell within a few short months. This is generally not possible unless you have unlimited funds for a construction crew to work on your house every day. Fixing up a house takes a lot of time. Just accept it, embrace your new life as an owner of a fixer-upper, and settle in for a long ride. This is definitely a marathon instead of a sprint!
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What you should before getting settled into your new home.
Buying a new house is an exciting adventure to embark on. Whether you are a newlywed just beginning your life with your significant other or a retiree looking to downsize, purchasing a new home is a time of new beginnings. Despite all of the anticipation of owning a new home, there are some housekeeping items that should be taken care of prior to settling in.
Committing to a Final Walk Through
As eager as you may be to finally move in after weeks of paperwork and waiting, completing a
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What are the most expensive mistakes you're making in your home?
Homes cost a lot of money to maintain. But are you spending extra money unnecessarily on the upkeep of your home? Here are 10 of the most expensive mistakes you could be making in your home.
1. Using Traditional Light bulbs
If you still have incandescent light bulbs in your home, you could be throwing a lot of money away every month on inflated electric bills. Over its life span, an incandescent bulb can use $180 worth of electricity. A CFL will only use $41 worth of electricity over the same time period. Even better is the...
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