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Posted on 01/02/2022

Safety: Quick home safety tips for seniors

Seniors face increasing risks of injuries as they get older. When you have a senior member of your household, it's important to make sure your home is safe for them. If you're the senior in your home, try these safety measures: Eliminate fall hazards Falls are one of the top causes of serious injuries. Go through your home...

Senior Citizens

Accessibility

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Posted on 01/02/2022

Low Light, No Problem: 5 Houseplants That Love the Shade

Keeping houseplants isn’t just for those with sunny homes. While the perfect south-facing window is many plant owners’ dream, lower light environments are just fine for many types of plants to thrive. Here we will go over some of the best low-light houseplants for your home. Snake Plant Snake plants are striking in appearance and extremely hardy. They...

Houseplants

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Posted on 12/29/2021

FREDERICK, MD Real Estate Market Update 12/29/2021

Click here to view FREDERICK, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 12/26/2021

Should You Buy a Fixer-Upper?

Photo by Anete Lusina from Pexels The concept of buying a fixer-upper can tempt brand new homebuyers. For those on a budget who enjoy DIY projects, it might make perfect sense to spend less up front on a home you can fix up yourself. However, there are some disadvantages to consider before making this important choice. Here we...

Buy A Fixer Upper

Buying A Fixer Upper

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Posted on 12/26/2021

How to Decorate With Red: Design Tips & Tricks

Red is a trending color in interior design and for good reason. It’s a color that evokes passion and energy and can be a perfect addition to your home’s color palette. However, red can also be intimidating to use. While many rooms using red walls, furniture or otherwise feel perfectly comfortable and aesthetically pleasing, it’s also easy to...

Color Palettes

Color Theory

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Posted on 12/19/2021

Sweat Equity: What It Is & How to Calculate It

Sweat equity is a term used in real estate and in the business world. For real estate, sweat equity refers to the amount of effort a homeowner or investor puts into improving a property. For those interested in flipping homes, this concept is crucial to determining the home's value. Here is some more info about sweat equity to...

Home Improvement

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Posted on 12/19/2021

Building in a Humid Climate? Here's What You Need to Know

Image by Bruno from Pixabay When building a new home, climate has the potential to affect every decision. The architecture and layout of your home, landscaping and features all need to be the best possible choices for the region you’re building in. While you always have some freedom, knowing the best practices for building homes in humid climates...

Airflow

Building Materials

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Posted on 12/12/2021

Shabby Chic Interior Design Tips for Any Room

Shabby chic is a style of interior design that celebrates a mix of elegance and comfort. While many other “cozy” interior design styles err on the casual side, shabby chic stands out with sophisticated and luxurious elements—with a vintage twist. If you’re looking for a new style to incorporate into your personal decor, we’ll go over some easy...

Home Decorating Ideas

Design Style

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Posted on 12/12/2021

The Benefits of Re-Using Your Moving Boxes

Packing and moving your home requires a lot of supplies. The most important and heavily used supply is the humble cardboard box. While cardboard is a relatively inexpensive and widely available material, there are benefits to keeping your boxes when you’re finished. Choosing to re-use boxes either from a prior move or from somebody else can benefit you...

Box

Boxes

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Posted on 12/05/2021

House-Flipping: Can You Get a Loan?

Image by Kevin Schneider from Pixabay Some people just have an entrepreneurial spirit and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and get things done. But more than a few people feel restrained from maximizing their business potential because they don’t seem to have enough cash on hand. The good news is that you don’t necessarily need deep...

Flipping

House Flipping

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Posted on 12/05/2021

Intruders: Quick and Easy Ways to Keep Your Home Secure

No matter how safe your neighborhood is, it's still important to protect it from break-ins. How can you deter intruders from coming into your yard and attempting to break into your home? The following safety tips can help you discourage intruders from targeting your home. Keep Valuable Items Out of View Intruders sometimes target houses when they can...

Home Safety

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Posted on 12/08/2021

2500 Coleridge Drive #2 2B, Frederick, MD 21702 now has a new price of $1,800!

REDUCED.... This is a well-maintained, spacious two (2 )bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms condominium in a sought after community. It is a completely smoke free building with secure access and an elevator. The kitchen has energy efficient stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and a breakfast room which can be used as a den/separate dining room. Large deck off living room for relaxing and entertaining family and friends; Located close to Route15, I-270, beautiful downtown Frederick and Fort Detrick. Renter's insurance required prior to move in. Please contact your realtor or me if you have any question or to schedule a...

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