Maria Dudley's Blog

Posted on 02/21/2021

Smart Hub Technology: How to Improve Your Home

Photo by John Tekeridis from Pexels Home automation technology has improved by leaps and bounds over the years. And you can now control almost every system in your house through an app on your smartphone, tablet or computer. But if you want to control all those systems in one place using voice commands, then you need a smart...

Wifi

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Posted on 02/14/2021

Keep Your Home More Secure With These Tactics

While there's a lot to be said for the value of high-tech home security systems, there are many basic, inexpensive things you can do to safeguard your home from intruders. Keeping your home secure begins with awareness, good communication, and positive habits. Where does good communication come into play? One example is the need to have a trusted neighbor...

Keep Your Home Secure

Avoiding Burglary

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Posted on 02/07/2021

New Building Materials for Today's Homes

Photo by Peter Boccia on Unsplash Tired of the same old hardwood floors and vinyl siding? So are the designers of America's building materials. New, improved materials are becoming readily available every day. They're more sustainable and they last longer than materials of old. Not surprisingly, they look nice, too. Three of the best we've found so far...

Home Building Trends

Building

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Posted on 01/31/2021

How to Master the Homebuying Journey

Believe it or not, even a first-time homebuyer can become a property buying expert. If you plan ahead for the homebuying journey, you can quickly and easily navigate the path from homebuyer to homeowner. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you master the homebuying journey. 1. Create Homebuying Criteria If you know you want to...

Buyer Tips

Buying A Home

Posted on 01/24/2021

Painted Brick Décor for a European Look

Photo by Karsten Bergmann via Pixabay Take a tour through the United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium or Holland, and you’ll see beautiful historic homes with painted brick exteriors. Wander down streets of hundreds-of-years-old houses, and the most memorable ones are those with painted brick exteriors. But if your brick is in perfect condition, why would you paint it? Odd-Colored...

Home Decor

Home Improvement

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Posted on 01/17/2021

Why Should You Set Up a Property Showing?

For a buyer who is interested in learning more about a residence, it may be beneficial to set up a house showing. In fact, there are many reasons why now may be a good time to schedule a home showing, such as: 1. You can determine if a home is right for you. Many houses are available in cities...

Buyer Tips

Buying A Home

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Posted on 01/10/2021

5 Hacks and Tips for Healthy Houseplants

Photo by Huy Phan from Pexels Caring for houseplants is not always as easy as it may seem. The benefits of plants in a home cannot be overestimated. They brighten up your home and give it a natural feel. Houseplants can help you get rid of airborne toxins keeping your indoor air quality at its best. Keep reading...

Gardening Tips

Indoor Plants

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Posted on 01/03/2021

Vinyl Siding for Your Home

Image by Marina Pousheva from Shutterstock One of the clear benefits of siding is to protect both the exterior and interior of the home. This protection is mainly against harsh elements. There are many siding options from which to choose, but the standard siding choice is vinyl siding. Homeowners looking to add this feature to their home will...

Benefits Of Vinyl Siding

Vinyl Siding

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Posted on 02/26/2021

103 Milestone Drive #unit C, Inlet Beach, FL 32461 is now new to the market!

Real Estate

Inlet Beach

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Posted on 02/04/2021

Another Property Sold - 4751 Bonaire Cay, Destin, FL 32541

Real Estate

Destin