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5 Ways to Spruce up Your Home For Fall

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5 Ways to Spruce up Your Home For Fall– Why not try some Fall cleaning this year? Don’t save it all for the Spring! Take advantage of the last bit of warm weather and spruce up your home as you prepare for winter.

  1. Autumn Accents– Don’t have the time or budget to commit to permanent home changes this Autumn? No problem! Update and spruce up your home with some seasonal accents. Fall colors like deep red, burnt orange and mustard yellow will bring your home to life. Add some new hand towels in the kitchen or some new, seasonal pillows for the living room.
  2. Bring the Outdoors Indoors– Are you sad to see the beautiful summer flowers go? Fear not, there are many beautiful Autumn flowers that can be cultivated outdoors and indoors. Spruce up your living space with some indoor plants. Don’t let the colder weather discourage your green thumb!
  3. Clean Your Outdoor Living Space– There is nothing worse than letting your outdoor furniture sit all year to have it be ruined the next budding Spring. Make sure to clean up your outdoor living space and to put away any unused outdoor furniture for the winter. Cold temperatures and harsh conditions can deteriorate your furniture, making it unusable for the next warm season. Hose down porches, rake leaves, and start fresh for the next season!
  4. Check Your Windows– During the summer and early Fall months, it is easy for creaky windows to go unnoticed. Before the cold weather rolls through, be sure to double check that all of your windows and doors are sealed and working correctly. This will help you with future costs and trouble.
  5. Unclutter Your Home- During the cold months, you and your family will be spending a lot more time indoors. Don’t overlook clutter and live in disarray! Clean up the odds and ends and prepare for a new season. Try donating any items you don’t want or need. Give your home a fresh feel and contribute to your community.

Make the transition into the colder months less stressful this year. Be proactive and spruce up your home this Fall. Have any other cleaning or improvement tips? Let us know in the comments below.

10 Reasons To Make Sure A Home Is Inspected Before Buying

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10 Reasons To Make Sure A Home Is Inspected Before Buying – Buying a home is a major investment and can be a lot to take on. Having a home inspection before you buy your new home is one of the key ingredients in the home buying process. Here are ten reasons why you should make sure a home has been inspected by a professional before you buy.

1. It can prepare you for projects you might have to complete upon moving in to your new home. If you’re not able to complete the projects, then the home isn’t for you.

2. Depending on the results of the inspection, you can decide on what to offer for the home. A less than perfect home inspection can often warrant a lower offer price.

3. You will learn about the ins and outs of your new home.

4. It will help you make sure the home you are moving into is safe and livable, for the whole family.

5. It will provide you with the actual value of the home, which in the long run can help you determine how much return you will get on your investment in the future.

6. If you’re in a high-risk area, having a home inspection can let you know if your home is able to withstand earthquakes or natural disasters.

7. You can get recommendations from a home inspector and if you choose to follow them, it could save you a lot of money in the long run.

8. You will have an accurate evaluation of the entire home before you choose to purchase it for you and your family.

9. It gives you a deeper look, past the shiny floors and clean exterior.

10. Above all else, it gives you peace of mind knowing that a professional has given your new home the stamp of approval.

To learn more about why you should make sure a home inspection has been completed before buying your new home, visit here. What do you think about these tips? Have you had your home inspected before buying? Comment to share with us!