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What are property taxes & how do they intertwine with mortgage payments?

Millions of homeowners dedicate their income to mortgage payments and property taxes every year. If you intend to purchase a home in the future, knowing how mortgage payments and property taxes work and intertwine can give you a better understanding of where your money goes. How does property tax work?Property tax ...

Protecting your Home Gadgets from Hacking

Imagine your coffee maker switching on by itself, staying on for hours, overheating and becoming a fire hazard. That’s not science fiction. As more and more appliances incorporate Wi-Fi, the opportunities for hackers to play havoc with your home gadgets increase. How do you prevent that from happening? Here are some ...

Sustainable Housing: Understanding the History and Simplicity of Eco-Friendly Homes

Photo by Marce Garal from Pixabay Eco-friendly homes may feel like a modern phenomenon, but the history of sustainable structures stretches further into the past than most people realize. In fact, in ancient times, nearly every residence or building was an environmentally friendly structure. Not because it was the trendy ...

Budget DIY: Spray Foam vs Fiberglass Insulation – Which Is Best for You?

While upgrading a building’s insulation may not feel as exciting as an expansive new kitchen, the potential energy savings add up. Here are a few things about fiberglass and spray foam insulation property owners may want to consider. What Homeowners Need To Know About Fiberglass Insulation The upfront investment of fiberglass insulation proves ...