Home Improvement
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Balancing Safety and Affordability: Florida’s Condominium Reform Enters a New ChapterAs robust inspections and reserve mandates remain, the state legislature introduces flexibility to ease financial burdens on condo owners.
By Paige Cerulli
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Five Home Upgrades for Surviving Record-Breaking HeatWith global temperatures expected to hover at record highs for years to come, now’s the time to upgrade your home for long-term heat resilience.
By Paige Cerulli
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Energy-Efficiency Credits — Get ’Em While You CanGreen energy-efficiency credits are on the chopping block. These tax credits can be valuable, but you should upgrade your home sooner rather than later.
By Joy Taylor
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Is it Worth Having a Wine Cellar? What it Adds to Your Home Value — and HappinessHome Features Wine cellars are a popular feature in high-end houses. Will installing one in your home increase its value, or would you be better off with a cheaper solution?
By Lia Picard
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Summer Upgrades That Can Add Value and Comfort to Your HomeTackle these projects to refresh your space and make a smart investment in your home’s future.
By Dori Zinn
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5 Quick Tips To Reduce Electric Bills As Prices SurgeElectric bills surge in the summer as the weather and demand heat up. Employ these tips to lower costs.
By Sean Jackson
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Three Simple Ways to Live Greener This Earth DayCelebrate Earth Day with three simple, impactful habits — save energy, go green at home and give back to nature.
By Choncé Maddox
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13 Smart Uses for Your Tax Refundtax refunds If you have a refund check coming your way, consider using it to bolster your personal balance sheet.
By Carla Ayers
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6 Smart Ways to Save Money on Your Utility BillsTax Breaks Tax breaks make these green projects worth a look, as they help you save on your utility bills.
By Lisa Gerstner
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