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Posted on 01/31/2022

If you’re looking for a DIY project to make something you can use both indoors and outdoors, try making a cement planter. The process for creating your own is simple and only needs a few basic tools and materials. With your finished planter you can enjoy the benefits of container planting either in the yard or inside the...

Cement

Diy

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Posted on 01/24/2022

Decorating secrets: Designing a small living space

Designing a small living space can feel like a challenge. However, it's possible to add style, comfort and functionality to any space regardless of the square footage. If you're interested in ways to maximize the potential of your small spaces, here are some decorating tips to help: High & low One key strategy to designing a small living...

Decor

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Posted on 01/17/2022

Tips for Designing a Dining Room Layout

Your dining room should provide a comfortable and pleasant place to enjoy meals and spend time with family and friends. When you’re building a custom home, it’s important to know how to choose the best layout for this room. A poorly designed dining room could cause you to get much less use out of this room over the...

Design

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Posted on 01/10/2022

Succulent Arrangements: How to Choose the Best Combination

Succulent arrangements make excellent natural decorative pieces. You can grow and maintain them inside and out and use almost anything as a container, making them extremely versatile and an easy way to enjoy the beauty of live plants. While you can purchase many succulent combinations pre-made, sometimes it’s more fun (and more affordable) to make them yourself. Here...

Home Decor

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Posted on 01/03/2022

Detectors: Placing your carbon monoxide detectors for maximum safety

Carbon monoxide leaks are an emergency situation. Gas stoves, dryers, furnaces, wood-burning fireplaces and other gas or flame-ignited appliances are all potential sources of carbon monoxide leaks. Carbon monoxide poisoning causes headaches, nausea and other symptoms, which can turn into a life-threatening emergency with continued exposure to this gas. But don't fret. Carbon monoxide detectors can provide you...

Carbon Monoxide

Emergency Planning

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Posted on 12/27/2021

How to Decorate Terracotta Pots

If you’re a gardener or plant owner, it’s likely you have at least one terracotta pot in your collection. They’re inexpensive, easy to find and incredibly versatile. However, some find the look of them drab and boring and opt for more exciting colors and finishes. Luckily, terracotta pots are easy to paint and the upgrade will cost a...

Arts And Crafts

Diy

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Posted on 12/20/2021

Trendy Accessibility Designs That Can Increase Your New Build Home

Photo by JESHOOTS.com from Pexels The physical limitations that come with age or disability task existing property owners with making sometimes awkward modifications to existing homes. Although many of these changes are necessary for improved accessibility, bulky ramps in front yards tend to diminish curbside appeal. In terms of resale value, homeowners may be narrowing their buyer demographic...

Accessibility

Design

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Posted on 12/13/2021

A Beginner's Guide to Container Gardening

Container gardening can be an excellent way to grow and enjoy plants with limited space. It also allows you the opportunity to be creative and set up aesthetically pleasing combinations perfect for your garden or outdoor space. Here are some basic tips for a successful container garden: Container Container planting allows a lot of flexibility both in terms...

Container Gardening

Flowers

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Posted on 12/06/2021

Financing Options for Home Flippers

Financing a new home purchase is a common subject among potential homebuyers and lenders. However, if you want to flip a home by enhancing an existing property and selling it for a profit, you may also require funding. Luckily, there are financing options for flipping homes if you know where to look. Here are some basic tips for...

Funding

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Posted on 02/02/2022

Another Property Sold - Lot 2 Prospect, West Boylston, MA 01583

Permits and documentation in hand ready for your building permit-Fully engineer lot. Beautiful residential lot that offers lots of privacy for your new home. It abuts DCR land. ( Department of Conservation and Recreation ).Just minutes away from the gorgeous Wachusett Reservoir, golf course and walking trails, yet so close to many area amenities. Public water and access to sewer. .Four and a half miles to 290, minutes to Route 12. Five miles to Shrewsbury center. Easy access to many restaurants and...

Real Estate

West Boylston

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Posted on 02/02/2022

Another Property Sold - 19 George Street, Oxford, MA 01540

Single ownership since built, now looking for someone with TLC to give it. The home is off the road, sitting on a knoll over looking the gentle slopping yard like a home in a postcard! This property only needs your imagination. Large two car garage or workshop. With over an acre there is plenty of room to expand this spacious layout of 1,414. Will not qualify for FHA. Cash or Rehab loan only. Property Sold AS IS. sellers have never lived in home. Title V done (FAILED cess pool, no septic design, replacement buyers expense), smoke certification buyer's responsibility. Seller will not contribute funds to repairs. Please see Title V report...

Real Estate

Oxford

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Posted on 12/02/2021

Another Property Sold - 40 Bancroft Rd, Holden, MA 01520

Welcome to this warm and inviting American Foursquare colonial. Enter through the inviting newly redone front porch which is a great place to gather. This home has a great flow with a lovely open stairway that has the original Newel post and a stained glass window giving the living room a stately feeling. There are pristine hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings, each room has the added charm of large moldings, beautiful doors and door casings. Nice size dining room off the living room both with lots of windows and natural light. Open kitchen pantry and mud room complete the first floor. The second floor boasts three nice size bedrooms...

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