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    4 Common Signs Your Locks Have Been Tampered With and What to Do About It

    Learn the warning signs of lock tampering so you can take action and keep your home safe

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    What to Ignore When House Hunting

    When you start looking for a new house, you have to put your blinders on — to an extent.

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    How to Seal Windows for Winter and Stay Cozy All Season Long

    Avoid chilly drafts with these handy window-insulating techniques

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    How Long Does It Take to Build a House?

    The average time to build a house is between seven and 12 months

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    Building a House vs. Buying: Which Should You Choose? Here’s How to Decide

    When to raise the roof and when to buy it

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    Everything You Need to Know About Colonial-Style Homes

    From its symmetrical exterior to a traditional floor plan, colonial architecture is one of the most popular options for classic homes in the U.S.

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    Everything You Need to Know About Chalet Homes

    Don't just schuss by that chalet; discover what makes it so cozy and inviting

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    How Much Does It Cost to Add a Bedroom Onto My House?

    The average cost to add a bedroom onto a house is $30,000 to $100,000, depending on whether you’re converting a space or building a new one

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    Build Your Dream House: Know Who to Hire to Get It Built Right

    You should hire a licensed building contractor to build your house

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    How to Hire a Qualified Pro for House Framing

    Be sure to check your rough carpenters' years of experience, references, and where they buy their wood before you finalize a contract with them

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    How Do You Deconstruct a House?

    Home deconstruction can be good for the environment, help your community, and even grant you a tax return

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    What to Know About Hiring a General Contractor to Build Your House

    A general contractor handles all of the nuts and bolts of building a house, so you don't have to

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    Everything You Need to Know About How to Trim a Doorway

    With a little elbow grease, you can make a statement with your entryway

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    40 Best Front Door Colors for a Stunning Entryway

    Get inspired to repaint your front door in a color that speaks to your personality

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    How Much Does It Cost to Add a Second Story to Your Home?

    It costs $100 to $300 on average per square foot to add a second-floor addition, though some projects can be as high as $500 per square foot. 

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    How to Frame a House: The Ultimate Guide

    Setting the framework to a solid foundation starts here

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    What to Look for in a New Deadbolt Lock

    A highly rated Hillsboro, Ore.-based locksmith explains what to look for in a new dead bolt to help prevent break-ins.

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    Is Home Staging Worth It?

    Is home staging a boom or a bust for sellers?

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    What’s the Difference Between High and Low Deductible Homeowners Insurance?

    Find the deductible option that’s right for you

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    7 Must-Know Tips for Buying a Foreclosed Home

    Cash is king—and patience is queen—when purchasing a foreclosure

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    Homeowners Association Questions You Need to Ask Before Move-In Day

    Ask these HOA questions before you’re locked into the community guidelines

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    Everything You Need to Know About Shoe Molding

    Shoe molding is a decorative, yet functional, baseboard finisher

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    How to Accept Online Payments Without Fees

    Free and low-fee payment options for home service pros

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    The Contractor’s Guide to Charging for Permit Pulls

    Before you start work on a job, you’ll need to do all the required permit pulls to protect yourself and the property owner from potential liability

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