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Outdoor Maintainance Before Old Man Winter Arrives

November 15, 2010

Substantial snowmelt and heavy spring rains signal the onset of summer’s heat and humidity in the Midwest—extreme conditions that put stress on the exterior of a house and other features, such as driveways and fences. Routine outdoor maintenance helps ensure that your property withstands nature’s challenges while preserving the value of your investment. Maintain proper […]

Tips to Keeping Your Home In Good Repair

September 14, 2010

OUTDOOR MAINTENANCE Divert Water Gutters do their job best when clean. Check yours for foliage build-up, particularly if trees hover over the roof. The rainy season is a prime time to ensure all drainage areas remain unblocked by leaves and/or debris. Trapped moisture can leave a house susceptible to moss and mildew and cause major […]

10 Big-Impact, Low-Cost Remodeling Projects

June 10, 2010

Working with sellers who have some—but not unlimited—cash for upgrades? Here are budget-minded enhancements you can suggest to make their home stand out. 1. Tidy up kitchen cabinets. “Potential buyers do open kitchen cabinets and look inside,” says Morrissey. “Home owners can add rollout organizing trays so when buyers peek in, they feel like there’s […]

2010 Cost vs. Value in Home Improvements

June 9, 2010

Trying to get your house ready to sell or want to make improvements and get the best bang for your buck when you want to sell? Well here is what the national experts have to say about what improvements are getting people the most return on investment. The majority of the 10 remodeling projects with […]