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Besides your kitchen, the restrooms in your home probably get the most use. Not only is it nice to step into a clean, modern bathroom, but also giving this room a makeover will increase the value of your home and see a return when it’s time to sell. Below are five ideas to brighten up your mornin...
02/16/2014
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In your imagination it seems like a great idea – you purchase an older run-down Winston-Salem property and you have the chance to fix it up and turn it into the home of your dreams. However, the renovation project that is simply a quick montage in your imagination will actually take several month...
02/14/2014
If you have started working from home, whether you are a freelancer or running a business, having a home office in your Winston-Salem area home is very important. It is a place where you can separate your home life and work, so that you can get “in the zone” and concentrate on the important work ...
02/10/2014
Buying your first home is a major milestone in your life, similar to graduating high school or moving out of your parent’s house. When you buy a Winston-Salem property, you are making a long term investment decision in your future and potentially taking the first step toward your future financial...
02/06/2014
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If your monthly energy bill has started to make you cringe, then it might be time to conduct an energy audit on your home. Hiring a professional can cost you a pretty penny. So save the dough and examine your home yourself. With a few tools and the tips below, you can identify problem areas that ...
02/03/2014
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One of the challenges you will face when deciding how much money to put down on your new home is whether to put down a larger down payment or to take a bit of money from your down payment and use it to pay "discount points" to lower your interest rate. There are pros and cons to doing both and ea...
01/30/2014
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After all of the excitement of the holidays, the sparkle of the lights and the overstimulation of decorations, the rest of winter can seem lackluster. Don’t let your home add to the dreariness of the season. Spruce up your curb appeal with the tips below and inspire your neighbors to create well-...
01/28/2014
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In most parts of the country, garages are especially appreciated at this time of year. Even if you don’t live in a colder climate, it’s important to do an annual inspection and routine maintenance to keep everything is in working order. So to make sure yours is doing its job well by following the...
01/27/2014
When you first bought your Winston-Salem Area home a few years ago, perhaps you started off with a 30 year mortgage. Now, you are considering refinancing and changing it to a 20 year or even a 15 year mortgage. Shortening your mortgage term and refinancing can be a smart financial move, but befor...
01/24/2014
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Kitchen space is a valuable commodity. If you feel stretched for storage space, you could throw away all the flatware your mother-in-law gave you, or you could keep the flatware and learn to use the space you have – more efficiently. The number one most likely spot to find extra storage space is ...
01/22/2014