Something is creaking on the topmost floor, and yet you all know that no one’s there. Why did your door slam shut seemingly by itself? Could ghosts be causing your lights to flicker? You love your home, but it seems to be producing a variety of creepy and unexplainable noises. Sometimes, experiencing only one or two things is enough to suspect your house might be haunted.
If you want to have a good neighbor, you have to be a good neighbor first. And learning how to be a good neighbor is a skill that can be equally as impactful on you as it can on your neighborhood.
Here are six little but valuable practices to help you become the kinder, more caring neighbor you’d want to live next to, not only now that the holiday spirit is in the air, but for the whole year round.
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Thanksgiving is easily anyone’s favorite holiday of the year. With each bite of the glorious roast turkey, spoonfuls of delicious mashed potatoes, gravy, and cranberry sauce, and even a slice of pumpkin pie, we are transported closer to Christmas and the spirit of giving.
But with a great feast comes a huge cleanup, which many are not looking forward to. You may be all set and ready for the Thanksgiving dinner, especially if you’re hosting for the first time in your new home, but have you thought about the subsequent cleaning load?
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Plumbing issues such as dripping faucets, leaky pipes, running toilets, or frustratingly low water pressure do happen. Some of these may occur due to regular wear and tear. Unfortunately, some are downright results of poor plumbing practices and maintenance, which could lead to more serious issues including drainage problems and water damage, to name a few. Here are five mistakes and poor habits that many homeowners make, and some tips on how to avoid them:
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If you’re starting to feel the stress of the holidays, just know it’s normal since this season demands a lot for most of us. Thankfully, here are some practical strategies to keep stress under control and make it a truly enjoyable season.
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It’s the season of gifts, food, decorations, a lot of festivities, and of course- burglaries. Wait, what? Unfortunately, it’s the less cheerful reality of the holiday season. According to the FBI, 18 percent of home burglaries happen in December, and police only solve 13 percent of them. And if you’re going away on a holiday
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The home buying and selling journey is a massive undertaking for anyone. It takes plenty of time, expertise, negotiation, patience, and sometimes, even a little bit of luck. And as far as luck goes, many follow these superstitions still, even when it comes to real estate. And since it\’s the season of holidays and festivities,
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Owning and buying your first home is the perfect reason to host Thanksgiving dinner. And since it\’s next week, chances are you have already made a checklist and started getting ready for the long-awaited holiday. But if you haven’t or still need a few reminders to make your festivities even a little less overwhelming, we’ve
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For many first time buyers, saving for a down payment is one of the most challenging steps in fulfilling their dream of purchasing a home. Oftentimes, they know they can afford their potential monthly mortgages (which could be less or equal their current rents), but the upfront costs of buying, such as down payment and
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The COVID-19 pandemic has put a stop to many of our daily activities and routines. It has also forced us to practice our “new normal”, such as maintaining social distancing and following stay-at-home orders as much as possible. Many businesses have been affected, and the real estate industry is no exception. In some markets, home
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