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Wallpapered ceilings are the latest home design trend for homeowners looking to transform a room.

New Home Trends: Papered Ceilings? You may have heard that wallpaper is making a comeback. But have you heard about wallpapered ceiling...

It's a cost that must be considered.

Insurance 101 for First-Time Homeowners If you’re thinking of becoming a homeowner, you’ve likely spent time budgeting for addit...

Here are 6 tips for planning and performing routine maintenance that can save money in the long run.

Home Maintenance Tips for New Homeowners A home is the biggest single purchase most people will make. Matt Blashaw, a licensed contractor and...

Increasing your home's energy efficiency doesn't have to be a challenge. Here are six simple things you can do today.

Six Simple Ways to Increase Home Efficiency More and more people are looking for ways to increase their home’s energy efficiency—both to c...

Did you know manufactured and modular aren't interchangeable?

Modular vs. Manufactured Homes: What's the Difference? Many hopeful homeowners may get confused by the terms “modular” and “manufactured” when it comes to ...

Thinking of and paying for features that make a house more accessible as you get older is key to successfully aging in place.

5 Home Features to Make Aging in Place Easier If you’re looking to buy a new home and hope to stay there for the rest of your life, look ahead to ...

The rule requires people in the financial services industry to put consumers' best interests ahead of their own.

The Fiduciary Rule Explained Asking a financial expert if they’re working in your best interest when giving you advice on your re...

There are benefits to homeownership you can't get as a renter.

Choose Mortgage Over Rent and Own a Home House prices come with a lot of digits, but that shouldn’t scare you away from buying a home. ...

Moving soon? Check out these tips on optional insurance.

Is Optional Insurance Worthwhile When Renting a Moving Truck? If you’re going to rent a truck when moving, one of the first questions the clerk will ask you is: D...

It's a big job--do it right!

5 Tips for That Garage Clean-Out For many of us, cleaning out our garage is no simple afternoon task. Most garages hold years of accu...

From baby monitors to toilets locks, here are some must-haves if you're baby-proofing your home!

Baby-Proofing a New Home Anytime you move into a new home, one of the most important things to consider is the safety of your...

Check out this list before putting in an offer. What else is a deal breaker for you?

The Ultimate Deal-Breaker Checklist for Homebuyers How many times have you heard the story about people who move into their dream home only to find out...

Important information to keep you safe.

How to Detect Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Carbon monoxide poison is a silent danger that claims over 400 lives in the U.S. annually, as well a...

Did you know about these triggers? Clear them out with these tips.

10 Air Quality Control Tips for Home and Health Air quality has a direct impact on our health, both in and outside of our homes. While much is being...

A quick review of some of the most common mortgage mistakes so you can avoid making them.

6 Major Mortgage Mistakes Whether you’re scoping out a vacation property or looking into becoming a homeowner for the fi...

Does your home have big windows that let in a lot of light? You may want to consider UV protection.

Protect Your Eyes from UV Rays at Home When it comes to protecting our eyes against harsh, damaging UV rays, most of us think about popping...

Do you need a commuter's dream? Proximity to schools? Consider what the neighborhood has to offer.

4 Tips for Picking the Right Neighborhood Oh, the places you will go…and the places you will want to avoid. Choosing the right neighborhood is...

Being underwater on your mortgage doesn't have to be as dire a situation as you may think. Here are some options you might consider.

Options If Your Mortgage Is Underwater Owing more money on your mortgage loan than your home is worth—commonly referred to as being “underw...

No. 3: It can save you money!

4 Reasons You Should Compost If you’re environmentally aware, you’re likely already doing several things at home to h...

Are you relocating to a new city? Get a feel for different neighborhoods with intel from your friends and followers.

How to Best Use Social Media to Explore Neighborhoods Choosing a city to live in can be easy, but it can be a little more difficult to narrow it down to a...

Beyond being unsightly, mold in your home can create health problems.

3 Ways to Keep Your Home Mold-Free In addition to being unsightly, mold in your home can create numerous health problems, from breathin...

With falling interest rates Is a mortgage refi right for you?

How to Prepare for a Home Loan Refi Just as you want to put your best financial foot forward when applying for a mortgage to buy your fi...

Even if you are not retiring anytime soon, why not get a head start on saving money.

How to Keep Your Monthly Expenses Down After You Retire People who are approaching retirement often worry that they won’t have enough money to live comforta...

Add these common mortgage terms to your dictionary and take control of the home-buying experience.

The Homebuyer's Mortgage Dictionary Knowing that you’re ready to buy a home can be an exhilarating feeling, except it’s ofte...

Who isn't trying to blend work and play in a sunny spot at this point in January? Here are some great tips on enjoying it.While mixing work with vacation may not be for everyone, nearly 50 of survey respondents have indeed mixed business with leisure.

Are You Ready for 'Blended' Travel? The shift to increased remote work for many has allowed employees in a variety of sectors to work fr...

This made me laugh on my walk today 😂

What a great view of Mt Baker today! I ❤️ where I live!

Hope you all have your costumes ready?
Mine is!
Downtown Edmonds has a crazy good Hallowween event tonight. Come on down 5-8pm 5th and main. You’ll definitely get in the spirit. 🎃

Recently sold: West Seattle, WA
3 beds 2 baths
Available at: $1,025,000 sold for $1,100,000!
For more info click here: https://cbdanforth.sites.cbmoxi.com/listing/WA/Seattle/4949-Erskine-Way-SW-98116/179037016.

MLS#2160576: 4949 Erskine Way SW, Seattle, WA 98116 3 bed, 2 bath, 2,200 SQFT house. Welcome to a timeless 1951 classic that epitomizes the essence of West Seattle... .

Reimagine your kitchen with the latest chic look: dark color palettes.

20 Moody and Dramatic Dark Kitchen Cabinet Ideas Dark kitchen cabinets are bold, moody, and chic. Find out how to pull off this dramatic look with these stylish dark kitchen cabinet ideas.