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Posted on 02/27/2022

Average closing costs for buyer: What homebuyers should budget for

When preparing for a new home purchase, it’s crucial to plan for the average closing costs for buyer hopefuls on a budget. Closing costs are made up of various service charges associated with the entire home buying process, including appraisals and title paperwork. Because closing costs can add up to thousands of dollars, it’s helpful to prepare for...

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Posted on 02/20/2022

Key Factors to Consider Before You Buy a Condo

The process of finding the perfect condo is similar to finding any other type of home--with a few exceptions. Here are some of the key factors to consider when purchasing a condo: Your Budget How much can you afford to spend on a condo? Make sure you evaluate your budget to get a sense of whether you can...

Posted on 02/13/2022

What You Should Know Before You FSBO

Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay If you’re considering selling your home by yourself, you will need to keep track of every detail of the process. Some details like price, time management and logistics are at the forefront of decision making, while other elements of the process are harder to remember. There are some important and often-overlooked things...

Posted on 02/06/2022

HVAC: 4 DIY Repairs That Don't Require a Professional

When your HVAC system isn't working correctly, you don't necessarily have to call in the professionals right away. Before making the call, there are some steps to try on your own, which might provide an easy solution to some common issues. Keep the following simple DIY HVAC repairs in mind if your heating or cooling system is giving...

Posted on 01/30/2022

Design Trends for Your Home in 2021

Photo by Skylar Kang from Pexels Whether you’re settling into a new home or getting your house ready to sell, making some changes to its interior design can give it a fresh look for spring. Using the latest interior design trends for inspiration can help you decide how you want your home to look. The following are some...

Posted on 01/23/2022

5 Tips for Decorating a Small Porch

Photo by Julian Hochgesang on Unsplash If you have a small front porch you might feel as though you don’t have enough room to work with. The good news is that there are plenty of things you can do to decorate a front porch even with very little space. You might not have room for a big porch...

Posted on 01/16/2022

Top 3 Materials for Tiny House Siding

When designing a custom tiny home, you will need to select your building materials. One key decision is what to use for siding. There are different options for siding and cladding suitable for tiny homes. Here are some of the best options when choosing materials for the exterior of your tiny home: Real Wood Siding Wood siding made...

Posted on 01/09/2022

Relax in Luxury With These Four Easy Bathroom Upgrades

Photo by Armin Rimoldi from Pexels When you upgrade your bath to create a soothing spa environment at home, you may never want to leave the house again. Here's what we suggest for turning your ordinary bath into a relaxing home spa. Add a Chromotherapy System A chromotherapy shower system adds a relaxing light show to your shower...

Posted on 01/02/2022

Expert Tips for Your Next DIY Project

Whether you are dabbling into your first DIY home decor project or you are an experienced crafter, you may find that you make a few mistakes or hit a few roadblocks along the way. Fortunately, there are many seasoned experts out there who can give you advice and guidance as you work through any project. These DIY tips...

Posted on 02/05/2022

Video Tour - 8277 Canyon Forge Drive Drive, Riverside, GA 30274

Welcome to this Clean 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Townhouse . Great Location, Move In Condition . New Carpet, Fresh Paint. Nice size kitchen over looking fenced in backyard . Living room with Real Fireplace . Roommate Floor Plan. This Townhouse would make a great home for the right...

Posted on 02/05/2022

Video Tour - 8277 Canyon Forge Drive Drive, Riverside, GA 30274

Welcome to this Clean 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Townhouse . Great Location, Move In Condition . New Carpet, Fresh Paint. Nice size kitchen over looking fenced in backyard . Living room with Real Fireplace . Roommate Floor Plan. This Townhouse would make a great home for the right...

Posted on 02/05/2022

8277 Canyon Forge Drive Drive, Riverside, GA 30274 is now new to the market!

Welcome to this Clean 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Townhouse . Great Location, Move In Condition . New Carpet, Fresh Paint. Nice size kitchen over looking fenced in backyard . Living room with Real Fireplace . Roommate Floor Plan. This Townhouse would make a great home for the right...