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Oct. 1, 2025

Is ‘Home Hardening’ Worth It? 5 Weatherproofing Projects That Pay Off

Severe weather can cause thousands of dollars' worth of damage to your house. For this reason, house hardening is a rapidly expanding trend among homeowners who want to safeguard both their homes and their finances.
Making improvements to your home that especially guard against weather and climatic calamities is known …

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Sept. 29, 2025

Downsizing Without Debt: How More Homeowners Are Buying Their Next House in Cash

Here's a trend to watch if you've been considering downsizing to save money, live nearer to family, or simply make life easier: Instead of taking out a new mortgage, many homeowners are purchasing their next home outright.
Additionally, you might be able to do the same if you've owned your …

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Sept. 26, 2025

Top Ten Things to Do in Cincinnati This Weekend September 26-28

It's a fantastic time to be in Cincinnati! The weekend of September 26-28, 2025, is packed with a wide variety of festivals, concerts, and unique events. Forget the standard tourist attractions—this is your guide to the ten best things to do that weekend, focusing on what's new and exciting in …

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Sept. 24, 2025

Do You Know How Much Your House Is Really Worth?

Want to know something significant? It's likely that you don't get a professional check written for you quite as frequently as you ought to. It's the value of your house, spoiler warning.
Because this is the truth. The largest financial asset you probably own is your home. Even if you …

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Sept. 22, 2025

The Best Time to Buy a Home Is Coming Up

You may wish to organize your finances now if you're thinking about purchasing a property. This year's sweet spot for homebuyers will be the week of October 12–18, according to a recent Realtor.com analysis. This is because of a unique combination of cheaper pricing, less competition, and better inventory.
"The …

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Sept. 19, 2025

Top Ten Things to Do in Cincinnati This Weekend September 19-21

The countdown to fall is officially on, and the weekend of September 19-21, 2025, is shaping up to be one of the most exciting of the year in Cincinnati. This is when the city truly shines, with a blend of grand festivals and intimate events. Forget your usual haunts—this is …

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Sept. 17, 2025

Trending: Butter Yellow Exterior Paint

Could a color of paint make you feel better? Does it make your home better? People who work in building, real estate, and interior design all say yes! The August 2025 Trend Tracker from review and resource site Yelp shows that searches for "exterior home painting" have grown by 245%, …

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Sept. 15, 2025

How Much Home Insurance Do I Need

As a safety measure against risks like fire, theft, and natural disasters, the Insurance Information Institute says that about 85% of homes have insurance. But a lot of plans don't cover enough, leaving homeowners without enough insurance when they need it the most.

"How much home insurance do I need?" …

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Sept. 12, 2025

Top Ten Things to Do in Cincinnati This Weekend September 12-14

The transition from summer to fall is in full swing, and Cincinnati is celebrating with a weekend packed with unique festivals and special events. Forget the usual museums and parks—September 12-14, 2025, is all about tapping into the vibrant community spirit and one-of-a-kind experiences. Here's your definitive guide to the …

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Sept. 10, 2025

5 Improvements Under $500 That Will Boost Home Value Before Selling

Because of the economy and ongoing tariff constraints on goods and resources, it's hard for sellers to make big improvements these days.

These days, even homeowners who only want to use their equity for renovations are having trouble figuring out what they can afford.

But housing prices are still quite …

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