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Posted on 06/19/2022

Identifying grasses is an important step in understanding the best way to care for your lawn. Knowing warm-season grasses from cool-season grasses, for example, is crucial to providing the right amount of water at the right time of year. But how do you identify different grass types? Browse through these basics to help guide you through lawn grass...

Grass Types

Landscaping

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Posted on 06/12/2022

How to find the ad valorem tax of your property

Latin for "according to value," the term "ad valorem" is common in tax conversations. An ad valorem tax is flexible and dependent on the value of the specific asset, product or service. If you're a property owner, you're paying an ad valorem tax on your property taxes. To better understand how this term is used, here is a...

Ad Valorem

Appraisal Value

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Posted on 06/05/2022

Garden Decor to Enhance Your Outdoor Experience

Your outdoor living space is an extension of your home, and as such many people find that they spend a lot of time in their yards. Whether you have acres of property and an expansive kitchen garden or you have a small but charming cement patio outside of your terrace level apartment, you can spruce up your yard...

Backyard

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Posted on 05/29/2022

Chantilly, VA Real Estate Market Update 5/29/2022

Click here to view Chantilly, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 05/29/2022

What to Do if You Find Water Damage at Home

Finding water damage in your home is never a pleasant experience. However, finding it is the first step to solving the problem. Mold forms quickly, so it's important to act as soon as possible. Here's what to do if you find water damage in your home: Unplug If you discover water damage, turn off and unplug any nearby...

Disinfect

Electronics

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Posted on 05/22/2022

Hazard insurance vs. homeowners insurance: What's the difference?

With so many apparent similarities between the two, hazard insurance and homeowners insurance are often mistaken for the same thing. Standard homeowners insurance policies include hazard coverage, but what about standalone hazard insurance? Here is a basic comparison of hazard insurance and homeowners insurance to help clarify the differences and similarities: Hazard insurance Hazard insurance protects you financially...

Hazard Coverage

Hazard Insurance

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Posted on 05/15/2022

Growing Cacti Indoors: 5 Varieties to Add to Your Home

If you’re interested in growing a cactus inside as a houseplant, there are many varieties that do well indoors. Similarly to their succulent relatives, most cacti do not need constant attention to thrive. Here are some of the best varieties of cactus to grow indoors as houseplants. Bunny Ear Cactus Also called the angel wing cactus, bunny ear...

Cacti

Cactus

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Posted on 05/08/2022

Ideas for Building a Fireplace Mantel

A fireplace mantel can enhance the appearance of your living room or den while also giving you a place to decorate and display items. While some fireplaces come with mantels, others don’t have one. If your fireplace doesn’t have a mantel, you’re not out of luck. With a few tools and materials, you can build your own fireplace...

Decor

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Posted on 05/01/2022

Tips for Setting Up Your Own Home Automation

Smart home technology was designed to be user-friendly for homeowners, yet there's still a misconception that you need to have an engineering degree to set it up. Luckily, home automation technology gets easier and easier to use with every new improvement, empowering you to make the best decisions for your own home without hiring professionals for installation. If...

DIY

Home Automation

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Posted on 04/29/2022

Chantilly, VA Real Estate Market Update 4/29/2022

Click here to view Chantilly, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 04/24/2022

3 Tips for Protecting Your Vegetable Garden From Frost

Cold weather can be bad news for vegetable gardens, especially if unexpected. While many plants are hardy and frost-resistant, most tender vegetables cannot survive sudden freezing temperatures. Luckily, there are some measures you can take to protect your garden from an unexpected frost. Here are some tips to remember: Water During the Day Adjust your watering schedule to...

Gardening

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Posted on 04/17/2022

Personal liability coverage explained

Personal liability coverage is included in standard home insurance policies. This type of coverage protects you financially against claims from injuries and damage to other people or property. To help explain how personal liability insurance works, here is a guide to the basics: What does personal liability insurance cover? Personal liability insurance is there to help you if...

Insurance

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