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Real Estate and Design Trends to Watch in 2024
Staying abreast of what’s new and innovative in design and real estate is important, not to be trendy but to learn about innovative materials, systems and products to live more sustainably and benefit the planet.
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20 Most Affordable Places to Live in the US
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With the cost of living on the rise, many Americans are on the hunt for the cheapest places to live in the U.S. that still offer a high quality of life
16 Steps to Boost Your Home’s Value
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Hint hint: Updated kitchens, stone veneer exteriors, and converted attic bedrooms are money well spent.
Foolproof Paint Colors that will Sell your Home
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Selling a home with an electric, lime-green living room is going to be more difficult than you originally anticipated.
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