10 Jul 2015
By Mark Feder

Dealing with the Summer Heat? How to Keep Your Home Cool Without Using a Ton of Energy

Around The Home
Many people look forward to the long, relaxed, sunny days of summer, but they also dread opening up their energy bills throughout the summer months. Cooling a home can be costly, and many are searching for convenient ways to lower cooling costs without sacrificing on comfort inside the home on the warmest days of the year. These are just a few of the cost-effective and convenient options that can help homeowners to reduce cooling costs throughout the summer. Keep The Blinds Closed A significant amount of heat can enter a home through the windows, and blinds and curtains provide an…
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26 Jun 2015
By Mark Feder

Safety Tips: 5 Ways to Prepare for a House Fire – and What to Do if One Breaks Out

Around The Home
House fires can break out for a wide range of reasons, and these include everything from grease fires while cooking in the kitchen to lightning striking the home. They can cause a significant amount of property damage as well as personal injury or even loss of life, so preventing them and knowing how to properly respond if a fire does break out are important. Whether buying a new home or residing in an existing home, everyone can benefit from learning more about fire safety rules. Have An Exit Strategy Fires can break out whether residents are awake in the living…
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19 Jun 2015
By Mark Feder

Family Matters: How to Choose the Perfect Home for a Large or Growing Family

Home Buyer Tips
Selecting the right home to purchase for a family is a monumental task, and this process can seem even more challenging for those with a large or growing family. A common goal may be to give everyone ample space to stretch out and feel relaxed, but some home buyers may also be focused on other factors like location, cost and even the general style of the home. While choosing the perfect home for a large or growing family is not easy, the process can be simplified by focusing on a few points. Focus On Storage Space There are few things…
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09 Jun 2015
By Mark Feder

First-time Mortgage Borrowers: Avoid These “Rookie Mistakes”

Home Mortgage Tips
Many home buyers who are applying for their first mortgage will go to great lengths to research the options, learn more about loan terms and generally educate themselves about a process that they are unfamiliar with. Despite these common steps that rookie mortgage applicants make, they often make similar mistakes when applying for their first mortgage. By learning about these common mistakes, you can take steps to prevent making them yourself. Not Focusing on All Costs of Home Ownership Many first-time home buyers are overwhelmingly focused on setting up a mortgage payment that is affordable for their budget. While this…
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