There are a number of practical reasons you might want to install a fence around your home. Privacy and protection for kids and pets usually top the list. A great fence can increase your property value which is another bonus. Most neighbors will be sympathetic to your fencing needs, especially if you build an attractive and well-made fence and let them know ahead of time. Here's more on how good fence etiquette makes good neighbors: … [Read more...] about Good Fence Etiquette Makes Good Neighbors
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The Latest Home Trends for Today and Beyond
The latest home trends can be summed up this way: Intentional sanctuaries with personality. Twenty years after the reign of the McMansion it's all about homes being as functional, intentional and cost effective as possible. The overarching trend is towards smaller homes that make better use of space, are more cost efficient to build and maintain and above all reflect the unique personalities of its inhabitants. Following are the latest home trends for today and beyond: … [Read more...] about The Latest Home Trends for Today and Beyond
Seven Easy Ways to Guard Against Title Fraud
Although relatively uncommon for the average homeowner, home title theft is real. Here are seven easy ways to guard against title fraud: … [Read more...] about Seven Easy Ways to Guard Against Title Fraud
How to Prevent Cyber Attacks in Prime-Time July
For many of us July means time at the beach and family vacations to out-of-town locations. But for cyber criminals living on the dark web July is a lucrative month to pillage the internet for those that have risky digital account habits. Just as important as securing your home before you leave town it's equally important to bolster your digital security online. Here's how to prevent cyber attacks in prime-time July: … [Read more...] about How to Prevent Cyber Attacks in Prime-Time July
How to Pick Out a Perfect Watermelon
You know summer is really here when grocery stores begin to overflow with watermelon bins. And if you've ever tasted a perfect watermelon it's a memorable experience worth duplicating. But most of us have also had the unfortunate experience of spending a good bit of money on a watermelon, lugging it home and taking the time to cut it up only to discover it's not one that delivers the crisp, sweet experience you remember from eating a great one. Here's how to pick out a perfect watermelon: … [Read more...] about How to Pick Out a Perfect Watermelon