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6 Affordable home staging tips

Home staging is one of the most tried-and-true methods of selling your home faster. It can also help you increase the purchase price of your home by between one and five percent. However, working with a professional home stager - while a good investment - is not always ...

Protecting your Home Gadgets from Hacking

Imagine your coffee maker switching on by itself, staying on for hours, overheating and becoming a fire hazard. That’s not science fiction. As more and more appliances incorporate Wi-Fi, the opportunities for hackers to play havoc with your home gadgets increase. How do you prevent that from happening? Here are some ...

Millennials: What Influences Homebuying

Photo by Tatiana Chekryzhova via Shutterstock As more millennials leave consumer and student debt behind, they enter the housing market. Being savvy researches in the information age, this demographic has begun to fuel the housing economy. Many purchase homes as singles, with a partner or even a friend or group of friends. Where ...

Smart home gadgets to make your home more efficient

Home automation can make everyday life simpler, but it can also help you save on homeowners insurance premiums and utility bills. The latest technology to improve energy efficiency and safety at home are the best options for homeowners who want to save on insurance and utilities. Here are a few ...