home & garden2018-09-21
(BPT) - Buying a home is an exciting process, but for many people it can also seem out of reach. While many renters would like to buy, there are several factors that may lead potential homebuyers to believe they may not be ready. These include credit score requirements, income and debt levels, and t....Read more
home & garden2018-09-18
(BPT) - Once they're inside, rats and other rodents can do a lot of harm to your home. This includes damage to electrical wiring, metal or plastic pipes and insulation found in walls and attics. On top of structural damage, the critters aren't good for the people who live in your home, either: Some ....Read more
home & garden2018-09-18
(BPT) - Did you know that many police departments have a community affairs officer whose primary goal is to build a strong working relationship with the community? That means you have access to a trained safety expert who wants to give you ideas to keep your home and neighborhood safe.Read on for ei....Read more
home & garden2018-09-12
(BPT) - If you subscribe to the belief that your home is your castle, then you naturally expect to be comfortable in that castle, right? Whether it's the middle of winter or the dog days of summer, your home's HVAC system plays a vital role in supporting this comfort, so if you're in the market for ....Read more
home & garden2018-09-05
(BPT) - For any gardener, fall is bittersweet. The exuberance of summer's bounty has started to fade, while cooler nights and less daylight signal the approach of cold, dark winter.However, there's still plenty of time to savor some of the garden's best flavors before you close your door on the seas....Read more
home & garden2018-08-31
(BPT) - Are you thinking of selling your house and want to know some of the best ways to boost your home's value, demand top dollar and potentially inspire a bidding war? Whether you're selling in a few months or a few years, there is one strategy that gets noticed in real estate markets across the ....Read more
home & garden2018-08-30
(BPT) - Buying a house in a hot market is always a challenge, and if you're jumping into the fray at the end of the home buying season you might be tempted to think the situation is hopeless. But all is not lost.In reality, home sales tend to be less seasonal in competitive markets. While it's true ....Read more
home & garden2018-08-27
(BPT) - The days are getting shorter and the nights are cooling off. The kids are back in school. Yes, fall is in the air, and that means it's time to start thinking about prepping your lawn for winter.'Many homeowners see spring as the most critical season for lawn care,' says Bryan Ostlund, execut....Read more
home & garden2018-08-24
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home & garden2018-08-23
(BPT) - Cool breezes and falling leaves are around the corner, and for many parts of the country those telltale signs of fall signal the best possible season for roofing.So what makes fall a great time for roof repairs or a full replacement?1. Perfect weatherThe same perfectly cool weather that make....Read more
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