Preparing for a hurricane requires knowing how to keep everyone in your home safe--including your pets. Having an emergency plan for your pets as well as the people in your household will help you stay calm and safe if a hurricane happens in your area. Here are some tips for keeping your pets safe during a hurricane: Set...

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You have many choices for financing your first home purchase. If you're a U.S. veteran, it might seem like an easy decision to opt for a VA loan over a conventional loan. However, understanding the major differences between the two options will help you get the best financing for your needs. Here are the basic things first-time homebuyers...

When growing households experience household congestion, expanding their usable living space footprint by remodeling the basement ranks among the best solutions, especially when extra recreational and lounging space is needed. Along with the increased quality-of-life benefits, a remodeled basement reportedly delivers upwards of a 7% return on investment. If you are considering transforming a basement into a rec...

Chili is a classic dish that’s easy to make in large quantities. Unfortunately, sometimes that turns into a large quantity of leftovers. Rather than eat the same chili every night for a week, try adding your leftover chili to other recipes to create new and exciting dishes. Here are some of the simplest and tastiest ways to use...

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THIS DELIGHTFUL LUXURY COTTAGE WALK-OUT RAMBLER IS OUR NEWEST DESIGN THIS YEAR. STARTING AT THE FRONT WITH A DELIGHTFUL COVERED PORCH, SPACIOUS ENTRY FOR GUESTS AND FAMILY. VAULTED CEILINGS CARRY THROUGHOUT THE ENTRY, GREAT RM, DINETTE AND KITCHEN. THE VOLUME CEILINGS ADD A PLEASING TOUCH TO THE AMBIENCE OF THE HOME. THREE BEDROOMS ARE LOCATED DOWN A SHORT HALLWAY WITH THE OWNERS’ SUITE SITUATED PRIVATELY AWAY FROM THE ACTIVE AREAS OF THE HOME. GENEROUS WINDOWS AND TRANSOMS OF GLASS WARM THE INTERIOR WITH NATURAL LIGHT. THE KITCHEN IS EQUIPPED WITH A CENTER ISLAND, ALL APPLIANCES, WALK-IN PANTRY AND WRAPPED BY WINDOWS PROVIDING VIEWS OF THE...

New construction ready to move into. You will enjoy a spacious entry with a separate forward office providing wonderful natural light and views. Perfect for a work-at-home office. Family will enjoy the main floor great room abundant in size featuring exceptional natural sunlight, gourmet kitchen, center island, walk-in pantry, full kitchen appliances, generous dining area adjacent to great room for relaxing evenings and family time together, and just down the hall is private 1/2 bathroom. The second floor is amazing with open space and 4 bedrooms, large open loft and generous laundry room. The large owner's suite is accented with abundant...

The "Milton" is a detached home with lawn and snow maintenance provided. Many windows flood this home with light and create a beach house feel. Open concept floor plan with a tandem 3 car garage for great storage. We added a beautiful linear electric fireplace in the living room. It was also completed with our popular front and rear decks. The lower level boasts a family room, bedroom and bath that goes out to the rear...

The "Milton" is a detached home with lawn and snow maintenance provided. Many windows flood this home with light and create a beach house feel. Open concept floor plan with a tandem 3 car garage for great storage. We added a beautiful linear electric fireplace in the living room. It was also completed with our popular front and rear decks. The lower level boasts a family room, bedroom and bath that goes out to the rear...

Right-size two story home. Open concept main level with kitchen, dining and living room that opens to the rear yard. Four bedrooms up, including a beautiful Owners Suite with walk-in-closet. All the features and function of a much larger home. Lower level has been build out with an additional bedroom, bathroom, living room with a 2nd kitchen and 2nd laundry for endless...