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Real estate

Buying a home: Is a fixer-upper, new, or move-in-ready renovated property the best choice?

...renovate. Do any of the renovations to the property have credible warranties? If not, assume it's a cover-up, and bear in mind it will cost more to demolish shoddy workmanship and renovate than to just renovate. Do you value established neighborhoods and unique character?  Are you prepared for potentially higher mainte...

Cómo restaurar una terraza de madera de cedro fácilmente
Decks, porches and gazebos

How to restore a cedar wood deck easily

...renovations and looking for easy DIY tips for decking repairs and renovation, to prevent having to repair your deck more often than should be necessary, we would also suggest reading our page about building beautiful decks that last.  Restoring old cedar boards to look like new - before and after picture   © Mike Reyn...