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Posted on 05/29/2022
Container gardens: Design tips
If you’re low on outdoor space, creating container gardens might be the perfect solution. Planting multiple varieties of plant in the same container saves space and gives you the opportunity to flex your creativity. However, there’s more to container gardens than just sticking several plants in one pot. If you want to design beautiful and healthy container gardens,...
Container Garden
Container Gardening
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Posted on 05/22/2022
Residential projects requiring a build permit: What you need to know
Before you make any major changes to your property, investigate what type of build permit you need. Even if you’re just remodeling your home, construction permits are required for most projects. Here is a basic guide to the types of major home remodeling projects requiring a permit: Demolition If you’re demolishing any outdoor or indoor structure, you’ll need...
Building Codes
Building Permits
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Posted on 05/15/2022
VA loans: Special benefits for veterans with disabilities
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers many financial benefits for veterans wanting to purchase a home. There are even more specific benefits for veterans with qualifying disabilities. These options are important to know if you are interested in financing help to buy your dream home. Here is the most important information to know: Special housing grants A...
Va Loans
VA Loans
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Posted on 05/08/2022
What to Consider Before Buying a Fixer-Upper
A fixer-upper requires significant time and effort to renovate. While the DIY route might seem like the best way to save money, it isn't always the most affordable option. There are other issues like time and logistics to consider. If you're thinking about buying a fixer-upper, here are the biggest things to consider: Hard Work The major drawback...
Buying
Buying
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Posted on 05/01/2022
Thinking About Storage Sheds? Check Out These DIY Ideas
A storage shed offers a great place to keep your lawn mower and other lawn care and gardening equipment. You can also store bikes and other outdoor recreation equipment in these sheds, or keep your trash cans hidden away in them. Having one of these sheds can free up space in your garage while also making it easier...
Diy
DIY
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Posted on 04/29/2022
FREDERICK, MD Real Estate Market Update 4/29/2022
Click here to view FREDERICK, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 04/24/2022
How to Press Leaves: DIY Art Guide
Some might be familiar with the old practice of pressing leaves or flowers inside books to keep them preserved. While this is a fun way to keep and dry plants, you miss out on the opportunity to display those plants as art in your home. If you have fallen leaves from your houseplants or from the outside world...
Arts And Crafts
Diy
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Posted on 04/17/2022
Expert tips for buying plants online
Buying plants online can be just as simple and rewarding as other types of online shopping. However, there can also be greater risks involved. Here are some expert tips for buying plants online to help you get the best deals and the healthiest plants: Consider location & season One of the first things to learn about a potential...
Houseplants
Houseplants
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Posted on 04/10/2022
Permits: 3 Important Factors to Remember
A great deal of misinformation about obtaining building permits exists that sometimes results in property owners not securing one. An inspector combing through your entire home looking for violations rarely happens in practice. Of course, if the house has been significantly altered over the years without pulling a permit, it’s not unreasonable for a building code enforcement officer...
Building
Building
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Posted on 04/03/2022
Here's What Sellers Need to Know About Closing Costs
In a home purchase, both the buyer and seller need to pay closing costs. These costs are made up of several individual expenses from different sources and the list can look staggering at first glance. While the buyer typically has the longest list of fees to pay, sellers are still responsible for part of the bill. Here we’ll...
Closing Costs
Closing Costs
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Posted on 03/30/2022
FREDERICK, MD Real Estate Market Update 3/30/2022
Click here to view FREDERICK, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 03/27/2022
Start From the Ground Up: Choosing a Foundation
Designing a dream home involves making a lot of decisions. One of the earliest and most important decisions is the type of foundation. So what is the best type of foundation for your home? Finding the answer involves gaining a working knowledge about concrete slabs, crawl spaces and basements. Why Choose a Slab Foundation? Concrete slab foundations are...
Basement
Concrete
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