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Home Maintenance Tasks It’s easy to become overwhelmed with all the chores you must do as a homeowner. As a result, some tasks may be forgotten. However, these tasks still need to be taken care of. Here are four home maintenance tasks that you may not think to complete to get you started. Refrigerator drip pan To clean the refrigerator drip pan, you first have to find it. First, take off the kick panel at the bottom of the fridge. Then, trace the defrost drain line to the pan. The pan is where the line empties out. Gently pull out...
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Tools Every Homeowner Should Have Every home should have a full toolbox, whether you are a new or seasoned homeowner. Here are what tools every house should have. Toolbox A toolbox is important for keeping your things organized. Large-capacity plastic toolboxes with a metal latch are best as they close securely. A removable tray works well to hold fasteners. Drill and drill bits Multipurpose, battery-powered drills and drivers can be used for a multitude of tasks. In addition to the drill, you should purchase a pack of drill bits, with a selection of slotted, square-drive, and Phillips-head drive bits in...
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Does your house have good bones? When shopping around for a home, you may hear that a home has “good bones”. However, you may not be sure what this means. In general, a house with good bones means that while the outside of the home isn’t the prettiest, underneath it all, the home is in great shape. Here’s how to tell if the home has good bones. The floor plan flows A home with good bones has a floor plan that flows well. This means that it’s easy to get from one area of a home to another and that...
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Contingency Clauses A contingency clause is a condition that must be met in order for a real estate contract to become binding. To become part of the sales contract, both parties (the buyer and the seller) must agree to the terms and sign off on the contract. Some of the most common contingencies included in real estate contracts are: Financing contingency A financing contingency, or a mortgage contingency, gives the buyer time to apply for and obtain financing to purchase the property. This contingency protects the buyer by giving them the ability to back out of the contract. It also...
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Keep your pipes from freezing A real threat to your home during the winter is your pipes. When water freezes, it expands, which can cause your pipes to burst and your home to flood. The damage caused to your home can be monumental, and on average, amounts to about $18,000 in damages. Here’s how to keep your pipes from freezing. Drain your pipes Getting the water out of the pipes certainly helps. If there’s no water in the pipes, there’s no chance of it freezing! To do so, tackle any water lines leading to your garden hose, pool, and/or sprinkler....
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Hardwood Floor Protection Hardwood floors are durable. However, that doesn’t mean they don’t need extra care. This is especially true in the winter. Here are some ways to take care of your hardwood floors this winter. Wipe your feet There’s no reason to bring dirt into your home and onto your floors. Materials such as mud, dirt, and snow can cause damage to your floors. Use outdoor mats for a first line of defense to wipe your feet off and take your shoes off as soon as you get inside. Keep it clean Proper cleaning is very important to taking care...
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Snow and Ice Removal As colder weather sets in, the threat of snow and ice starts to build. Here’s how to remove snow and ice to make your driveway safer. Before the snow Before the snow comes, drive stakes around any plant beds near your driveway. This gives you an idea of where to stop shoveling so you don’t damage your plants. To protect your property from ice and snow buildup, use a liquid magnesium chloride blend a few hours before the storm hits. Use a garden sprayer to apply the blend. The magnesium chloride blend can melt slow accumulations...
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Fire Escape Plan Fire safety is very important, but it doesn’t stop at having fire extinguishers and alarms installed throughout the house. You and your family should have a fire escape plan in place should a fire start. Here are some things to include in your fire escape plan. Plan To start out, draw a map of your home to map out all rooms and possible escape routes. Plan at least two ways to escape from each room. If you live in an apartment building, make sure you know where all exit stairways are on your floor of the building...
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Buying a Home Before Marriage Many couples nowadays don’t wait until marriage before moving in together and buying a home. However, if you are thinking about making this decision, there are a few things you need to consider in addition to the type of home you want. Here is what you should consider before buying a home before marriage. Credit score Your credit score and the score of your partner is one of the most important factors when getting a mortgage. Higher credit scores typically lend themselves to a better mortgage rate. Unmarried couples have the option of using their...
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Buyer's Remorse Buyer’s remorse is the sense of regret someone has after making a purchase. This is frequently associated with the purchase of an expensive item, such as a home. Here’s how to avoid buyer’s remorse. What brings on buyer’s remorse? Many things may bring on buyer’s remorse. Some of the most common are: Discussions with family and friends Usually, they mean well, but family and friends can bring on doubts about your home. This may especially be the case if you are buying your first home. Remind yourself that they might not know the market as well as you...
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