Archive for the ‘Budget Friendly’ Category

Ceiling fans can save you energy all year long

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(ARA) – Gas and energy prices are rising again, and that means Americans must tighten their belts even further. You don’t need to dread hot summer temps and high air conditioning bills when you have ceiling fans in your home. If you already have fans in place, check to see whether they are Energy Star [...]

How to create a custom kitchen without the custom price

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(ARA) – Forget about the living room. The kitchen is the social hub of a home. Today’s homeowners update their kitchens to reflect their personal tastes and add visual appeal their guests can enjoy when they entertain. But how do you get a custom look in your kitchen without the hefty price tag? “By adding [...]

Driveway improvements speed home offers, lower costs

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(ARA) – With a “For Sale” sign in your front yard, you want potential buyers to take a good, long look at your property. And even if you’re not planning a move, you want to be sure you protect and maintain your home to keep future repairs at a minimum. Real estate is a tough [...]

A home improvement project that pays you back 4 ways

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Insulated garage doors save on taxes, energy, add value and curb appeal

Expert Advice on Energy Saving Tips for the Home

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(ARA) – What if you could easily save money and help the environment at the same time? You can. All it takes is a little expert advice on how to make your home more energy efficient. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the average family spends $1,900 a year on utility bills. Unfortunately, much [...]

Colorful Cabinets Offer Bright Pick-me-up in Down Economy

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(ARA) – The economy may be down, but things are looking up for kitchens and baths as manufacturers provide affordable new ways to perk up cabinetry with colors that lift the spirits. With so many unknowns about the current economy, Americans are hunkering down and spending more time at home, where they want to surround [...]

Greening Your Home can Earn You a Tax Credit

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(ARA) – Spring is here, summer’s just around the corner and it’s time to break out of that winter funk. With Americans spending more time at home these days, many are investing in home upgrades. Americans spent $170.8 billion on home improvement projects in fourth quarter 2008, exceeding new home investment, according to the Bureau [...]