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Posted on 11/28/2021
SPRINGFIELD, VA Real Estate Market Update 11/28/2021
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Posted on 11/28/2021
Interior Decorating Tips for Hot Climates
Photo by Max Vakhtbovych from Pexels Your air conditioner isn't the only way to dampen the heat during the warmer parts of the year or country. With the right materials and decorating choices you can make your home feel even more comfortable in hot climates. Here are some tips and tricks for interior decorating that will help you...
Interior Decorating
Interior Design
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Posted on 11/21/2021
6 Types of Natural Stone to Use for Your Home
Image by Artur Pawlak from Pixabay When you think “natural stone home” you might have a particular look in mind. It might make you think of storybook cottages or even ancient castles. While stone has been a building material of choice for thousands of years, there’s no reason it has to look vintage. In fact, there are many...
Home Construction
Stone Wall
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Posted on 11/14/2021
DIY Craft Room Storage Hacks
Having a room dedicated to crafting projects is many homeowners’ dream. Keeping everything together in a dedicated space can boost creativity, productivity and peace of mind. Unfortunately, in craft rooms, the materials and supplies can quickly get out of hand. Having everything in one spot is only helpful if you can find what you need when you need...
Arts And Crafts
Crafts
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Posted on 11/07/2021
The Best Flowers for Your Front Yard
If you’re looking to increase curb appeal or even just add some color to the outside of your home, planting flowers in the front yard is the best way to do it. There are countless combinations of plants and flowers that look great in front of your home, but some are easier and more effective than others. Here...
Curb Appeal
Curb Appeal
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Posted on 10/31/2021
How to Choose the Right Property to Flip
Photo by Jonny Lindner via Pixabay Making a flip profitable starts with one straightforward requirement: find a great deal. These tips are straightforward but crucial if you want to nail your first flip or your tenth. 1. Spread the Word that You're In The Market By this point you should have a rock star team nailed down--a few...
Buying
Buying
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Posted on 10/28/2021
SPRINGFIELD, VA Real Estate Market Update 10/28/2021
Click here to view SPRINGFIELD, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 10/24/2021
What Is Land Art?
Land art is a term originating in the art world of the 1960s. Also called earth art or earthworks, land art was born from a combination of reaction to the increasingly commercialized and commodified nature of art and environmental activism. Land art has remained popular throughout the decades and you can find many famous examples all over the...
Arts And Crafts
Environmental Art
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Posted on 10/17/2021
3 Major Advantages to Renting a Home
If you’re trying to determine whether it’s better to rent or own a home, it’s crucial to weigh the options regarding your personal situation. Both renting and owning have their advantages and disadvantages, which can even vary from one person to the next. Here are some reasons renting might be the best choice for you: Shorter Contract One...
Between Homes
Investment
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Posted on 10/10/2021
Save Water and Time With These Drought-Tolerant Driveway Landscaping Options
Image by S. Hermann & F. Richter from Pixabay Highlighting and defining your driveway is a simple way to improve your curb appeal. Depending on the amount of space you have, there are countless options for landscaping, hardscaping and edging. For landscaping to line your driveway, there are some important logistics to consider before getting started. One that...
Driveway
Drought Tolerant
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Posted on 10/03/2021
Ideas for DIY Built-In Desks
Built-in desks provide an ideal place to work from home, do schoolwork or work on hobbies or crafts. These kinds of desks can be attached right to the walls in your home. Built-in desks have several advantages over standalone desks, such as blending in with the surrounding décor better and taking up less space overall. A built-in desk...
Built In
Built In
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