You can shape the place you live through your HOA or neighborhood association. Why it matters: HOAs have the power to influence public policy, building codes and the city’s budget priorities. 🧮 By the numbers: Serving on my neighborhood board I saw a very small percentage of neighbors get involved. 🔎 Between the lines: Younger […]
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Just like neglecting your car’s oil changes can lead to engine failure, ignoring your HVAC’s regular maintenance costs you more money in the long run. Let’s hear from Professional Comfort Advisor Daniel Fisher: Why it matters: A well-maintained system will be more efficient, keeping your energy bills down. 🔧 HVAC systems that see yearly maintenance last
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Disability insurance is a tool to give you peace of mind and help you protect your most valuable asset. Why it matters: 1 in 4 people will become disabled before age 67. Financial advisor Forrest Patterson helps his clients plan for the unexpected: 🔭 Zoom out: What is your most valuable asset? 💥 Your most valuable financial
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Shaking your head right now thinking about the overgrown lot in your neighborhood? 🙏 Stay with me for a minute. Why it matters: Data is driving decision making in powerful ways. 📘 Story time: I attended a neighborhood alliance meeting last night where my city council member pulled back the curtain on a hot topic—panhandling at
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When two roof slopes meet to form a valley, they create a channel for water and a risk point for leaks. Why it matters: Your roof’s ability to protect your home depends on the most vulnerable spots—valleys and roof penetrations—performing well. ❄️ Slow melting snow and ice in valleys will show you if you have leaks
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Before your next flooring project, you need a good checklist. 🖼️ The big picture: Flooring is often advertised with a price per square foot that does not include all preparation and installation costs. When Daphne and Mike came to my home, I saw the attention to detail you want. 📝 Here’s Daphne’s checklist when you’re getting quotes:
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Ball’s Aluminum Party Cups are a better alternative —> stronger, drinks stay colder, multiple uses and infinitely recyclable. 🧮 By the numbers: 75% of the aluminum ever produced globally is in use today. Recycling aluminum uses 95% LESS energy than producing it from raw materials. Recycled aluminum packaging can be back on the shelf in
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During a hard freeze you might need an automatic electric heating cable to protect uninsulated pipes Why it matters: Burst pipes wreak havoc on our homes and create costly damage. 🥶 Remember. Temperature matters! The National Weather Service issues a hard freeze warning when temps reach 28 degrees. Temps below 20 degrees will definitely freeze water
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Uneven melting patterns on your roof can reveal problems in your attic. Why it matters: Leaky attics and leaky duct work increase a home’s energy costs by 15-50%. 👀 As the snow and ice start melting, use the chance to observe your roof. 🔬Zooming in: Good attic insulation keeps the warm air in your home. Snow
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Grease and smoke build up on kitchen cabinets and need to be addressed. Why it matters: Painting or refinishing kitchen cabinets without the right prep is a waste of your resources. Our painting expert Andrey puts it like this: 👀 All painting projects start with prep. If your house is not protected like the criminal scenes
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