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Bringing Nature Indoors

With the chilly temps, we often find ourselves spending more time indoors. You can still bring a touch of nature inside with house plants, which offer numerous benefits: Reduced Anxiety One study divided participants into two groups: one transplanted a house plant, and the other performed a computer task. Participants showed ...

Should You Buy a Home that Needs Work?

Imagine you find a home on the market that checks all the boxes. There’s only one issue. It needs work. Perhaps the paint has faded, or the kitchen is old, or there are repairs needed. Should you make an offer on that home? That depends on many factors, of course. The first ...

Conserving Energy to Cut Heating Costs

Before the winter season sets in, it's wise to consider ways to reduce your heating bill. Here are some practical tips: Seal Air Leaks: Check for and seal any air leaks around windows and doors. Install a Programmable Thermostat: If you don’t have one, consider installing a programmable or smart ...

Preventing Home Fires

Every October, Fire Prevention Week arrives, making it the opportune time to review important fire safety reminders to help prevent a horrible tragedy like a house or condo fire from ever happening. Here are some helpful reminders: Make sure you have working smoke alarms (changing the batteries every daylight savings time ...