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Navigating California’s ADU Size Guidelines

Nicki & Karen » May 5, 2025

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California’s housing crisis has been a hot topic for quite some time now. With a rapidly growing population and an ...

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furnishing your office

How Much Does It Cost to Furnish a House?

Nicki and Karen » February 26, 2024

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Moving into a new home marks the beginning of an exciting chapter in life, but it also comes with its fair share of fina ...

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wrap around porch

What to Consider When Building Wrap-around Porches

Nicki & Karen » February 15, 2023

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A wrap-around porch can substantially improve the appearance and value of practically any home. Along with making your h ...

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net-zero-home

How To Design a Net-zero Home

Nicki & Karen » July 25, 2022

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If you’re in the market for a new home, consider building your home from scratch after purchasing a plot of land. ...

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building your dream home

10 Steps To Building Your Dream Home

Nicki & Karen » January 23, 2022

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Buying a home is a sizable investment that can also be highly rewarding. Whether you’re thinking about buying your ...

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fixer upper homes

4 Most Popular Ways to Find a Fixer-Upper Home

Nicki & Karen » January 2, 2022

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Finding the right home to buy usually takes time as well as an understanding of exactly what you want out of a home. No ...

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energy saving tips

The Best Energy Saving Products for Your Home in 2021

Nicki & Karen » May 31, 2021

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Saving energy is more important than ever for anyone who wants to do their part to protect the environment. Numerous stu ...

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gas vs electric heating

Gas Heaters Vs. Electric Heaters – Which is Best for your Home?

Nicki & Karen » May 10, 2021

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As a homeowner, it’s important that your home is outfitted with all of the essential appliances that are needed fo ...

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solar panels for your home

Home Solar Panels Installation Costs and Considerations

Nicki & Karen » May 3, 2021

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Whether you’re on the market for your first home or have been a homeowner for well over a decade, you’ve lik ...

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heat pumps in home

The Astonishing Benefits of a Water Source Heat Pump

Nicki & Karen » April 26, 2021

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If you want to keep your home comfortable all throughout the year, you might want to think about having a heat pump inst ...

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