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Simple deterrents can help prevent thefts

Simple deterrents can help prevent thefts

Home thefts are not a new concern, but they are on the rise. The first preventive steps anyone should take are ensuring proper outdoor lighting and securing secure all windows, doors and vehicles. Consider using bright LED lights that are motion-sensor activated. When the lights come on due to...
How to Predict Problems Based on a Home’s Age

How to Predict Problems Based on a Home’s Age

Classic older homes have lots of charm. But not everything gets better with age. More mature homes can have problems such as plaster walls in need of repair or outdated systems that are hazardous. We have a list of home ages and potential problems to help you treat that older home with TLC.

The hidden costs of ‘attractive nuisances’

The hidden costs of ‘attractive nuisances’

If a real estate agent tries to sell you a home with “attractive nuisances”—the legal term for potentially dangerous structures and features children find irresistible, like pools, ponds and swing sets—proceed with your eyes wide open. Attractive nuisances can quickly become liabilities.
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