Real Estate / Finance
Evaluating a Fixer Upper Property before Purchasing
by Sally Smith on Jan 24, 2014
Investing in a fixer upper property can be a really great concept to earn some additional money as part of your income. The real facts are that you really need to evaluate a property with the help of a professional inspector before investing large amounts of upfront money, as it can end up sucking up a lot of your money if it’s not in the best of shape. Continue reading →
A Guide to Finding the Right Movers for Your Home
by Guest on Feb 14, 2014
Making a change of residence is a major undertaking that will require a significant amount of planning. One of the most important steps in the planning process will be deciding on how you plan to transport your property to the new home. Some people might try to rent a truck and handle this process on their own. Continue reading →
Repair and Replace: Effective Ways to Sell Your Home Faster
by Guest on Mar 10, 2014
What puts you in the mood to buy a house? Is it a dirty paint job with overgrown grass? What about a stone driveway past its prime? Are you attracted to vinyl siding that's supposed to be white, but is yellowish instead? Of course not - none of these things is attractive. None of these things will make you want to buy a home. Continue reading →
Home Sweet Home: Your Pre-Move-In Checklist
by Jessica Socheski on Mar 12, 2014
Now that you have your new house, there is no doubt that you will be eager to move in right away. The sooner you can unpack and organize, the sooner you can get back to a regular routine and have your life back. Continue reading →
The Importance of Truck Rentals When Repairing and Renovating Your House
by Guest on Apr 28, 2014
Renovating the home is a big decision because it means that you would need to prepare your home and make sure that all of your items, especially the most fragile ones, are safeguarded. A home repair may be costly, but having your items broken into pieces will add up to your expenses. Continue reading →
How to Choose the Right Garden Apartment
by Boris Dzhingarov on May 12, 2014
Selecting the right place to call home is a task. The apartment or home needs to be comfortable, roomy and have the amenities that you require. When you walk into a place you should be able to picture yourself there. Garden studios are ideal, especially for people that wish to bring some of nature inside. Continue reading →
Choosing the Right Real Estate Agent to Sell Your House
by Sally Smith on May 20, 2014
If you are trying to sell your home, there is one thing you need to make sure you have. That is a good real estate agent. Choosing the right real estate agent can be the difference between confidence and frustration. Continue reading →
The Best DIY Approach When You Buy a Rundown Property
by Boris Dzhingarov on Jul 8, 2014
Buying a rundown property is a fantastic way of getting hold of a house at a bargain price but it could also stretch your DIY skills to the limit. If you want to turn it into your dream home as quickly as you can then it is a smart idea to take the following approach. Continue reading →
How to Save Money on Major Home Repairs
by Boris Dzhingarov on Jul 11, 2014
Major home repairs can take quite a chunk out of your hard-earned savings, so many homeowners do whatever they can to take the proper steps to avoid major mishaps. But even if you take all of the right preventative measures to avoid a big problem or a costly repair, things can happen as a result of Mother Nature. Continue reading →
Tips on Selling Your Home Fast
by Guest on Jul 29, 2014
In a perfect world, everybody needs their house to sell fast at the cost they want, yet obviously, you can't expect the same from buyers (What if they want to buy for their price?). So what is the reasonable price? Continue reading →
Popular Articles
Three Places to Spend Money on the Exterior of Your Home
When you have the exterior of your home remodeled, you are investing, time, energy and convenience into the project and you want to make sure that...
67588 Views
When to Use a Brush, Roller or Sponge Brush
Brushes are a good choice for painting trim and woodwork. They are also useful for cutting in the edges around the top and bottom edges and corners...
66501 Views
Homemade Headboards-Make an Upholstered or Wooden Headboard
Homemade headboards can add a lot of personality to any bedroom. They can be coordinated with existing furniture and room decor or they can be the...
60951 Views
Creating a Cottage Kitchen with Bead Board
Kitchen decor can range from modern and bold to elegant and elaborate by using strategic kitchen pieces. One of the most popular decorating trends...
41613 Views
Gas Fireplace Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
Follow these steps for diagnosing and troubleshooting Gas Fireplaces repairs. For the average DIYer, this may seem intimidating, depending on the...
26060 Views
Latest Articles
How to Maintain Your Carpets And Get Them Cleaned On a Budget
Getting your carpets professionally cleaned by the right carpet cleaning experts while on a budget can be tough. In this article, we are going to...
on Sep 27, 2022
What is Conveyancing?
Conveyancing is the process that transfers ownership of real estate from one person or entity to another. It is a term that you may hear used in...
on Sep 27, 2022
How to Make Your Kitchen Organized and Functional
The kitchen is the focal point of your home, used for everything from hurried breakfasts before you run out the door to family feasts and having a...
on Sep 27, 2022
What Town Has The Best Christmas Lights In Illinois?
The holiday season is all about lighting up the world with the warm glow of Christmas lights. Whether you are looking to put up the perfect display...
on Sep 27, 2022
Save the Value of Your Home with Professional Foundation Repair Services
To homeowners around the globe, nothing seems to be as problematic as home foundation repairs. In fact, home repair is not only a big problem but...
on Aug 23, 2022
Featured Articles
What Type of Licensed Contractor Should You Hire?
on Feb 28, 2017
Hire Contractors / Estimates
Looking for a specialty project? There are many types of contractors available for your home improvement needs. Finding the right type of...
Sponsored Articles
How to Maintain Your Carpets And Get Them Cleaned On a Budget
on Sep 27, 2022
Cleaning / Maintenance
Getting your carpets professionally cleaned by the right carpet cleaning experts while on a budget can be tough. In this article, we are going to...
Articles Archive
More DIY Articles
Worried About Funding Your Home Repairs?
If you have ever done repairs on your home, you will agree with me that not every home improvement project is cheap. Sometimes, certain repairs are...
Modern Canvas Art in Interior Design
Art can be a way of giving an interior the wow factor without the need to spend thousands on painting and decorating. Decorating, wallpaper, and...
How to Extend the Life of Your Carpets
If you own carpets, you know that they can add a pleasing dimension to any living area. You also likely know that carpets are a chore to maintain...
Installing Rain Gutter Guards
Installing rain gutter guards is an easy job that you can do yourself. There are, generally, two types to choose from: Vinyl and Aluminum. We will...
5 Easy DIY Plumbing Projects to Save Money
Most people don’t realize that some plumbing problems can be handled all by themselves right at home. Are you one of those people? Don’t call the...