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Selling A Fixer-Upper In A Depressed Market? Which Remodels Can Make You More Competitive?

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Real estate is one of the most regional – and cyclical – investments available. While certain parts of the country (like Seattle, San Francisco, and Los Angeles) are actually dealing with housing shortages, with newly listed homes being snapped up within hours, homes listed for sale in other parts of the country may languish on the market for months (or even years) without so much as a nibble. And if your home is still boasting its original fixtures or design elements, you may find it even harder to locate a potential buyer without lowering your sale price significantly.…

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Washing Out The Truth: Cloth Diapers And Hard Water

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The decision to use cloth diapers instead of disposable diapers is simple for many families. Cloth diapers don’t end up in a landfill like disposable diapers, they are better for the environment, they are better for your baby’s skin, and they are more cost effective over time – less than 13 the cost of disposables. However, having hard water could affect your use of cloth diapers. When it’s time to wash cloth diapers in your washing machine, here’s what you need to know if you have hard water.…

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Protecting Outdoor Terracotta Planters From Cracking

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If you are interested in improving the appearance of your front porch, you may have thought about purchasing outdoor planters to hold floral blooms. Many enjoy the look of large terracotta pots because their natural hues match many decor themes. However, terracotta pots do tend to crack if proper precautions are not taken to protect them. Here are some tips you can use to keep terracotta planter pots from sustaining damage due to cracks within their structures.…

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What You Can Do to Keep Your Glass Shower Enclosure Sparkling Like New

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Dirty, soap scum-encrusted glass shower enclosures are a highly frustrating mess to deal with as a homeowner. However, you can prevent the problem easily if you know what to do, and cleaning it can also be accomplished if you have the right materials. Below is more information on how to take care of your glass shower enclosure. Preventing the Problem of a Dirty Glass Enclosure Most of the time in life, it’s easier to prevent a mess than to clean one up.…

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Modern Window Treatments For Your Living Room

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You’ve gone to a lot of trouble to make your living room décor modern. You’ve got the clean lines and clear geometry characteristic of the style. The only thing that’s left is your window treatments. The last thing you want to do is deviate from your contemporary theme. Adorn your windows with treatments that match your living room’s modern style. Sleek Blinds Simple is often the best way to go with modern window treatments.…

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Protecting Clothes From Moths

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When spring finally arrives after a long winter, many people are eager to toss their wool sweaters into storage and not have to think about them for two gloriously warm seasons. A few steps taken in the spring, however, will protect your wardrobe investment so that when fall rolls around again, your clothes won’t be riddled with holes thanks to some hungry moth larvae. Read on for tips on how to protect your clothes.…

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