This blog post is written by Paul, a House Hacks Tips writer and real estate agent, dog dad, and lover of a fresh coat of paint. I need to get something off my chest: I hate my home office. As a writer here at House Hacks Tips, I must preface this by sharing that I […]
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This blog post is written by Annie, a House Hacks Tips writer and lover of old homes, backyard gardening, and cozying up with a good book on her front porch. As a writer here at House Hacks Tips (HHT), I spend my days immersed in all things homeownership to help my fellow homeowners get the
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The cookie-cutter style homes, complemented by meticulously-manicured lawns. The delightful sound of “howdy neighbor” here and there. More space to stretch out. Metropolis certainly has quite the appeal, doesn’t it? If you answered “yes,” you’re not alone. With the COVID-19 pandemic making remote work a change that’s here to stay, more than ⅔ of urban
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To some, there’s nothing more freeing than being able to pick up and move on a whim, especially when you can tow your home along with you. And when you combine that freedom with the benefits of tiny home living, it’s no wonder that 86% of Americans say they’d be up for downsizing in exchange
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While the housing market seems to be slowing down for now, it’s business-as-usual for one small sector: tiny homes. Along with a minimalistic approach to life, tiny homes offer both financial and economic benefits to homeowners. If the shift to living small has piqued your interest, you’re not alone – 56% of Americans surveyed said
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The wind whips and flips the leaves on every tree around you in a downward formation. An eerie chartreuse hue hangs over the cloudy sky. The birds have stopped chirping and the world turns silent, aside from the faint hum of what sounds like a freight train approaching. This is the moment where dear Dorothy
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Let’s face it – for the majority of us, the one thing we always seem to need more of is space. In fact, one of the leading reasons homeowners start the search for a new home is for more space. But what if you could achieve the look of a bigger place while staying put?
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House Hacks Tips writer, Maggie, grew up in a multigenerational home with her grandmother. From cost-cutting hacks, to instilling the importance of investing in items that will withstand a lifetime, grandma used her experience of living through the Great Depression as a teaching opportunity throughout Maggie’s life. It’s no wonder she grew up to be
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Hanging a chandelier not only lights up a room, but it also adds instant style and a decorative element to any space. While most common in dining rooms, a chandelier can serve as a primary design feature and focal point of any room, and make a great statement or conversation piece for your next dinner
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Sneezing, itchy eyes, a scratchy throat – if you’re no stranger to these common symptoms, you know how rough allergies can be. Thankfully, these symptoms typically only affect adults seasonally, mainly around springtime when pollen is more prevalent. However, if you turn indoors to seek refuge and your symptoms worsen, or seem to linger year-round,
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