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How to Upkeep Your Home with a Year-Round Maintenance Checklist

August 2, 2024 by Robby Oakes

Your home is more than just a building; it’s the setting for your life story. As you plan your monthly calendar, why not include enhancing and maintaining your home? Here, we provide a thorough guide of home maintenance tasks organized into monthly, seasonal, and year-round tips.

Filed Under: Home Maintenance Tagged With: DIY, Energy Efficiency, Home Maintenance

Renovating a Bathroom: DIY vs Hiring a Professional

June 28, 2023 by Robby Oakes

Completing a DIY bathroom renovation can be a rewarding experience. Seeing the transformation unfold before your eyes and knowing that you accomplished it on your own can provide a great sense of pride and satisfaction. It can also be a learning opportunity, as you’ll gain new skills and knowledge throughout the process.

Filed Under: Home Values Tagged With: DIY, Real Estate, Renovation

Save Money On DIY Projects Around The House

August 3, 2022 by Robby Oakes

It is not exactly a secret that inflation is a significant issue. With inflation continuing to increase the cost of living all over the world, there are many people who are looking for ways to save money.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: DIY, Mortgage Tips, Renovation

Dos And Donts Of Buying Distressed Real Estate

June 20, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Distressed real estate is real estate in need of serious repairs. These properties are often called “handyman specials.” If you have the skill or the money to complete the repairs, you can often find great deals. Here are some dos and donts of buying distressed real estate.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Distressed Real Estate, DIY, Real Estate Tips

DIY Or Hire It Done, Renovating Real Estate Investment Properties

June 13, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Sometimes, when buying – or even thinking about buying real estate for investment purposes, you’re faced with the need to fix up the property.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tips Tagged With: DIY, Homeowner Tips, Renovating Real Estate

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