Keeping up with the new residential technology of the day is more than just a conversation starter or mere curiosity. For homeowners (and hopeful homeowners), it's a way to prepare themselves for any future properties they may retrofit or purchase. Construction technology has not moved as far or as fast when compared to the technology of other industries, but they have made some

The majority of home buyers buy pre-existing homes, but some home buyers want to make their own home own their own plot of land. Buying and selling land is far different from buying a pre-existing home, so it's important to understand the difference. Here's what home buyers need to know about the business of buying land and selling it.

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Most homeowners know that there's a direct relationship between the quality of their insulation and the cost of their utility bills. But what they may not realize is that upgrading their insulation can make a tremendous difference in how much money they save over the course of a year. For homeowners who are interested in improving the energy efficiency of their homes, it's time to

Winter is a time when many homes get drafty and uncomfortable, but this is preventable. By installing insulation, weatherstripping around doors and windows, addressing furnace maintenance issues and by programming the thermostat, many homeowners will help keep their homes warmer more affordably. These tips can help.

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Gaps between doors and windows allow drafts to

Having the neighbors over can be a lot of fun, but when the neighbors are the raccoons who live in the woods behind the house, most homeowners would prefer they stay away. Critters come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, but they all have one common trait: they can be destructive to a home. Homeowners should always keep an eye out for signs of unwanted pests in their home, but many

When the time comes to sell the house, many pet owners are left wondering what to do about their furry friend. Will buyers purchase a home formerly occupied by an animal? What can home buyers do to make their house marketable for animal and non-animal lovers? These tips can help.

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Feeling safe at home is important, and for every homeowner there are different things that can bring about that feeling of peace and security. For some it might be living in a gated community. For others, it could be living in a rural area where there aren't many neighbors. But no matter what kinds of locations make people feel safe, another way they can have security is by

Our homes are a refuge from the stress of our jobs. They are where we eat, recharge, and refresh. They are where we share our lives with family and friends and put up our feet and be ourselves. They also can contain some hidden hazards. The more we are aware of these potential hidden home hazards the more likely we can correct them with DIY or professional intervention.

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