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Smart Home Security Gets Even Smarter — and Easier

Posted on June 15, 2023 by Brittany Icayan

Smart home security can give you a (virtual) lock on protecting your home and peace of mind. Once upon a time, installing a smart home security system was complicated and expensive. To get one, you had to call a professional … Continue reading →

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Tree Falls On Property Line: Who Pays? Who Picks Up the Pieces?

Posted on June 14, 2023 by Brittany Icayan

Who pays depends on numerous factors. When a neighbor’s tree falls over your property line, yell TIMBER, then call your insurance company. Home owners policies cover tree damage caused by perils like wind and winter storms. Most policies cover hauling … Continue reading →

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What Is an Egress Window?

Posted on May 31, 2023 by Brittany Icayan

These escape hatches also add natural light and ventilation to basements. An egress window looks like a regular window but opens fully to allow a person to escape a building in an emergency — for example, a house fire. In … Continue reading →

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HVAC Maintenance Checklist

Posted on May 30, 2023 by Brittany Icayan

Here’s an easy, doable preventive maintenance checklist to keep your heating and cooling system in top shape. It’s a good idea to hire an HVAC company to inspect and do maintenance on your system every fall and spring. They’ll do things … Continue reading →

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4 Fun and Useful Energy-Saving Projects

Posted on May 18, 2023 by Brittany Icayan

A super-cool laundry-drying rack and 3 more projects take your energy-saving efforts to the next level. Sure, sealing air leaks,  and adding insulation, are great ways to boost your home’s efficiency. But if you’ve been there, done that, check out these four easy-to-make … Continue reading →

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35 Money-Saving Household Habits

Posted on May 11, 2023 by Brittany Icayan

Adopt a few of these home tips to find a bit more cash each month. Your house gives you so much: security, pride, shelter. With all that on the line, it’s easy to assume the costs of keeping it up … Continue reading →

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What to Know About Your Credit Before Buying a Home

Posted on February 1, 2023 by Brittany Icayan

It’s not just whether you pay your bills on time that matters. This article was contributed by financial expert and blogger Mary Beth Storjohann, CFP, author, speaker, and founder of Workable Wealth. She provides financial coaching for individuals and couples … Continue reading →

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What to Know About Your Credit Before Buying a Home

Posted on December 20, 2022 by Brittany Icayan

It’s not just whether you pay your bills on time that matters. Like it or not, your credit score is one of the most important numbers in your life, ranking up there with your Social Security number, date of birth, … Continue reading →

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