O'Fallon and Scott AFB Area Real Estate

Improvements That Save Money, Heat

2011-01-19T11:51:00.000-08:00

Seal Air Leaks Around Windows and Doors

Seal air leaks around windows and doors to prevent wasting home heating and cooling energy that costs you money. Read

Adding Wall Insulation Has Lengthy Payback Period

Adding wall insulation will lower heating and cooling costs by as much as $130 per year, but the payback can be lengthy. Read

Basement Insulation Lowers Energy Costs

Add insulation to your basement to help lower heating and cooling costs by as much as $170 per year. Read

Air Leaks in Your Basement? How to Spot and Seal Them

Seal air leaks in your basement to stop the loss of your home heating energy. Read

Attic Insulation Saves You Money

Add attic insulation to lower heating and cooling costs by as much as $600 per year. Read

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Savy Home Ownership Tips for The New Year

2010-12-01T11:16:00.000-08:00

8 Tips for Adding Curb Appeal and Value to Your Home

Appraisers and real estate agents offer advice for adding curb appeal that both preserves value and attracts potential buyers. Read

The Value of Home Maintenance

Regular home maintenance is key to preserving the value of your house and property. Read

Tax Tips for Homeowners Looking Ahead to 2010 Returns

From energy tax credits to vacation home deductions, check out these tax tips for homeowners looking ahead to 2010 returns. Read

A Financial Plan for Your Home

Your home is probably your biggest investment. To manage it, create a financial plan that takes into account repairs, upgrades, mortgages, insurance, and taxes. Read

Homeowners Insurance: Time for an Annual Check-Up

An annual check-up on your homeowners insurance can result in a healthier policy and a healthier pocketbook. Read

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Copyright 2010 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

2010-07-28T07:55:00.000-07:00

Q&A: Author Sarah Susanka Talks Budget-Smart Remodeling

HouseLogic sat down with author and architect Sarah Susanka to talk about remodeling that builds value and saves money. Read

Green Kitchen Remodeling

If you’re ready to remodel your kitchen and want to go green, here’s how to create the healthy, energy-efficient, eco-friendly kitchen of your dreams. Read

7 Smart Strategies for Kitchen Remodeling

Keep the same footprint, add storage, and design adequate lighting so you preserve value and keep costs on track. Read

Smart Options: Kitchen Flooring

Choose kitchen flooring that marries your priorities—durability, sustainability, low maintenance, or an open floor plan—with the options. Read

10 Tips for Saving Energy in the Kitchen

Maintain your large kitchen appliances is part of a smart home energy efficiency plan. Read

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Copyright 2010 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Quick Home Improvement Projects

2010-05-27T07:26:00.000-07:00

Outdoor Lighting for Curb Appeal and Safety

Well-planned outdoor lighting improves curb appeal, safety, and security for your home. Read

5 Tips for Inspecting and Maintaining Your Garage

Routine maintenance will help your garage retain its value and keep it trouble-free for decades. Read

Save Water and Money with a Rain Barrel

Using rain barrels to harvest rainwater from your roof is a simple, low-expense solution for conserving water and saving on your water bill. Read

Fast Fixes for Common Gutter Problems

Maintaining gutters is the most important thing you can do to prevent water from damaging your house, and keeping them in shape is an easy homeowner task. Read

Water Heaters: 5 Tips for Saving Energy

Water heating accounts for up to 25% of household energy costs, but there are inexpensive things you can do to increase efficiency and reduce energy bills. Read

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