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You just bought a home? Here's what you should do before moving in
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You just bought a home? Here's what you should do before moving in Before moving into your new home, change all exterior locks and garage codes. Consider a thorough cleaning, set up utility accounts, and update your address with the post office. Ensure all detectors are working and locate important controls. Once settled, establish routines and explore the neighbor...

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Today's playroom ideas go well beyond simple toy storage.

Each element in the play space serves a purpose, and that purpose is fun! 👌

Whether you have a dedicated playroom or simply DIY part of another room into a play space, a kids' playroom is a must in every home with young children.

Top 71 Playroom Ideas Create a wonderland for your children to learn and grow in. These amazing playroom ideas will instill a sense of adventure in your child.

Rental apartment construction in Texas defies high vacancies and rent declines
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Rental apartment construction in Texas defies high vacancies and rent declines Texas is seeing a surge in rental apartment construction due to its growing population, with Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) leading the nation in new units. Around 40,000 units were added in the past year, but DFW's rental occupancy rate has dropped to 89.3%, causing rent decreases of up to 8%. Austin also...

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Mortgage Prepayment Penalty Fees
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Mortgage Prepayment Penalty Fees A mortgage prepayment penalty is a fee for paying off your home loan early, usually within a few years of taking it out. It doesn't apply to USDA, VA, or single-family FHA mortgages. There are soft and hard prepayment penalties, with varying amounts or fixed fees. To avoid them, choose a mortgage wi...

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When it comes to designing the deck of your dreams, it’s important to do some research on types of railings so you can ensure that you not only have the aesthetics you desire but also that the rail you go with will be the safest option for you and your family’s needs.

Whether you want a rustic look, a nautical theme, or something modern and unique like glass panels, the type of guard rail you put on your deck can transform your space and bring everything together. 😉

14 Different Types of Deck Railings (w/ Pictures) – Home Awakening Building a new deck, patio, or staircase or want to update its current look? The railing can make a big difference. Here's what's available...

Westdale Receives $115M Loan for Refinancing of Texas Office, Multifamily Portfolio
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Westdale Receives $115M Loan for Refinancing of Texas Office, Multifamily Portfolio Dallas-based Westdale Real Estate Investment & Management has secured a $115 million loan to refinance a portfolio of three commercial properties in Texas. The portfolio includes Epic I, a 282,873-square-foot office building in Dallas; Colonnade, a 168,255-square-foot office building in San Antonio;...

The top Trends in landscaping this year are anything but basic. 👀 Take a look at the most creative and innovative ideas of the year to use for your own gardens!🫣

10 Landscaping Trends To Try This Year Get expert advice on improvements to your home, including design tips, how much you'd expect to pay for a pro and what to ask when hiring experts.

Pet-friendly houseplants? Yes, please! 😸

Keep Felix and Fido safe with these gorgeous indoor plant options: 🎍

Staghorn Fern
Bromeliad
Friendship Plant

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"Once we are willing to be directly intimate with our life as it arises, joy emerges out of the simplest of life experiences"
— Roshi Pat Enkya O'Hara 🤗

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Plano ranks in the top 20 best cities for renters
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Plano ranks in the top 20 best cities for renters Plano is ranked 17th best city for renters in the U.S., surpassing Dallas at 57th place. Rent Cafe, part of Yardi, conducts city-based research on real estate markets. Plano excels in quality of life, ranking 7th due to its school system and air quality. It is 32nd for the local economy with a high....

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Texas Windstorm board to consider 10% increase in residential, commercial policies
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Texas Windstorm board to consider 10% increase in residential, commercial policies The Texas Windstorm Insurance Association's Actuarial & Underwriting Committee has recommended a 10% increase in rates for both residential and commercial policies for 2025. This decision, supported by a 5 to 1 vote, was based on a 2024 Rate Adequacy Analysis indicating current rates are inadequate....

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