Finding an Honest Home Improvement Contractor

Posted on Jun 26, 2023


You can't just call yourself a dentist unless you have specific hard-earned credentials. Just about anyone, however, can hang a shingle and call themselves a home improvement contractor. That's why choosing a reputable one is so difficult.

Here are some tips:
  • Find out if they are truly in business full-time. A part-time or occasional contractor may...

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Getting Into Vegetable Gardening

Posted on Jun 02, 2023


If you haven't already, now is the time to plant your vegetable garden. This year, May was a bit unpredictable with a few late cold nights, so you haven't missed the boat if you don't have your veggie seeds in the ground yet.

One thing to consider when planting vegetables is succession planting. This means planting some seeds of the same plant ever...

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Savvy Negotiation Helps Win the Deal

Posted on Jun 01, 2023


Purchasing a home is not the same as buying a product off the shelf. You don't simply pay the price on the tag and know it's yours. You can't just see a home for sale and say, "I'll take it!", especially if the market is competitive. You need to make an enticing offer.

That offer, of course, would include the price you propose to pay. That price ma...

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Setting Emotions Aside When Selling

Posted on Jun 01, 2023


Imagine shopping for a used car. You find one that you like and while negotiating the price, the seller gets sentimental. He shares happy memories of family picnics, his kids' soccer games and other adventures with the vehicle. Then he demands a higher price. After all, he couldn't possibly part with it for anything less.

Are you likely to pay for...

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Synthetic and Composite Countertops

Posted on May 16, 2023


New countertops have always been a major contributor to kitchen makeovers, and the range of choices has never been greater. Beyond laminates and tile, or natural stone, wood and bamboo, some durable acrylics have become quite popular.

But, there are also newer composite materials that offer advantages which might make them an ideal compromise betwe...

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Is This Your Year to Get Gardening?

Posted on May 04, 2023


Whether you have a large backyard or a modest balcony, gardening is fast becoming one of the most popular pastimes across the land. Homeowners have become more focused on their property's appearance and productivity, while also recognizing how gardening can contribute to a healthy lifestyle.

Whether you are interested in nurturing beautiful blooms...

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