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Posted on 08/07/2022

Understanding millage rate & other important tax terms

Millage rates are just one of the many specialized tax terms property owners are likely to encounter. While it's often used interchangeably to mean "tax rate," millage rates have some key differences. Here is a guide to understanding millage rates and a few other important pieces of property tax terminology: Millage rates Millage rate has nothing to do...

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Levie

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Posted on 07/31/2022

HVAC: How Annual Inspections Could Save You in the Long Run

Your HVAC system is one of the most important systems in your home. It's also one of the most expensive to replace, with the average cost of a new HVAC system easily ranging between $5,000 and $10,000. By taking care of your home's HVAC components, you can keep your living space comfortable all year round while also minimizing...

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Annual Checklist

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Posted on 07/24/2022

Beginner's guide: DIYs with wood

If you’re getting started with crafting projects, DIY projects with wood are an excellent place to start. Many woodworking projects only need basic tools and inexpensive materials, like scrap or reclaimed wood, to make unique decorative pieces and more. Here are some tips and ideas for your next DIY woodworking project to help you get inspired: Before you...

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DIY

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Posted on 07/17/2022

Paint DIY projects to decorate your walls

If your walls need an upgrade, consider sprucing them up with a paint DIY project. There are many simple and fun ways you can take a bit of paint and turn it into a unique piece of art or wall design. Here are some ideas for painting DIY projects: Stencils Using stencils to paint patterns and pictures is...

Designs

Diy

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Posted on 07/10/2022

Summer's Over: Ways to Maintain Your Home's Exterior After Summer

As the relaxing days of backyard barbecues turn to thoughts of school and work mentality, your home needs to prepare for the change of seasons. Summer fun, sun and nature have a significant effect on a home’s exterior. Although end-of-summer maintenance items are not necessarily as labor intensive as many spring tasks, these are strategies that can reduce...

End Of Summer

Exterior

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Posted on 06/26/2022

2 Small media room ideas to try at home

If you want the absolute best in entertainment despite being short on space at home, it’s important to plan every aspect of your small media room. Ideas for space-saving furniture, sound equipment and storage are plentiful and simple to implement in any size of space. For more help designing a small media room, here are some tips: Small...

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Room Layout

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Posted on 06/19/2022

Outdoor Games That Keep Personal Space at the Top of Mind

Have you ever gotten together with friends or family only to realize you don’t know what activities to engage in? Maybe you have a great outdoor space that’s primed and ready, but you just don’t know how to incorporate playful activities into it. Fret not. Here are 3 easygoing and low-to-no-contact games for you and your guests. Kickball...

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Entertaining

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Posted on 06/12/2022

Log cabin designs: Key considerations

Log cabin designs have come to the forefront of architectural trends by offering homeowners a rustic, comfortable aesthetic in a busy modern world. From craftsman to contemporary, log cabin floor plans come in many styles and layouts to fit the needs of today’s homeowners. The unique construction, appearance and characteristics of these stylized house floor plans make it...

Architectural Design

Architecture

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Posted on 06/05/2022

The basics of a 15-year fixed mortgage

Prospective homebuyers and current homeowners know that a mortgage is likely to go hand-in-hand with your home, unless another arrangement has been made. However, there are many options available for those monthly mortgage payments, most commonly through 30-year fixed rate mortgages and 15-year fixed rate mortgages. Most know about the 30-year option, but what about the 15-year fixed...

15 Year Mortgage

Fixed Rate Mortgage

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Posted on 05/29/2022

3 Ways to Fund a Flip On a Budget

Like any real estate transaction, flipping a home involves a lot of separate costs. While flipping a house can have an excellent return on investment, it can also cost quite a bit to get the process started. However, there are ways to flip houses with very little upfront cash. Here are the best ways to flip on a...

Buying

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Posted on 05/22/2022

Dwelling coverage 101

Dwelling coverage, also called dwelling insurance, is part of every standard homeowners insurance policy. Dwelling coverage concerns the physical structure of your home, and can help you recoup financially if it’s damaged. While most homeowners insurance policies include dwelling coverage, it can be confusing to determine what sort of damaging events are covered. Here is a quick reference...

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Dwelling Coverage

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Posted on 05/29/2022

8296 Karam Blvd Unit 1, Warren, MI 48093 is now new to the market!

Desirable end unit is move in ready. Located close to the General Motors tech center, unit has Open concept from living room to dining area to kitchen. It is fFreshly painted throughout. There are two extra large closets on upper level, one in Master bedroom and one in the hall. Some owners have used hall closet for an office, workout room or den. Grownds are well kept. Furniture is included in sale except wall prints, dining room table, flower arrangement, directors chair and living room throw rug. Bathroom on main floor is a spacious Lav. Summer is coming, enjoy the community pool! Open Sunday, 2-4...

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