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Download New Hampshire Homes & Home Improvement – November, 2011 (pdf)

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New trends in home décor

Americans are spending more time than ever at home with family and friends. Eighty percent of consumers say they are entertaining at home these days, according to new research from the NPD Group, a consumer market research company…

Efficient heating options for fall and winter

When temperatures drop, you may be tempted to blast the thermostat. But a high home heating bill may just be your motivation to explore more creative ways of being comfortable this season. Keeping your family warm is not a luxury, it’s a necessity, so don’t let the cost go through the roof…

How to protect yourself from financial scams

No matter how much money you have, your financial accounts and investments need protection. According to the FBI, Americans currently lose approximately $40 billion annually to financial investment fraud…

Tips for a healthier bathroom

While most people can tolerate some clutter and dust in their home, a grungy bathroom is another story. Ironically, the room devoted to personal cleanliness is often rife with bacteria, mold and mildew — even if it looks spotless…

Download NH Homes & Homes Improvement – September 2011 (pdf)

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Last-chance tax breaks for parents and homeowners

Uncle Sam is handing out a few extra breaks to parents and homeowners on their 2011 and 2012 tax returns. Although the filing deadline is months away, some of these tax benefits require forward planning. Others may influence decisions you make now about child care, college and your home…

Take your home from summer to fall

Bringing your home from summer to fall is simpler than you think. It all begins with taking inventory of your home to determine which nonessential items you can eliminate or switch and where you can add…

Fast fixes for fabulous furniture

Are you tired of your table? Is your dresser looking drab? Don’t worry – it’s easy to update your current furniture with a coat of paint and have it looking fabulous in no time…

Enjoy your backyard all year long with these safety tips

Most of us view our backyard as an extension of indoor living space where we can relax and entertain, where no harm will come to us, our children or our pets. However, from a practical and statistical standpoint, this is an incorrect assumption. Accidents can happen anywhere at any time, and just like you childproof your house, you need to childproof your backyard…

Secrets of a solid home inspection

Selling, buying or just putting a house on the market may raise many questions. Can I get a good price? Are there any problems I should fix prior to listing my house? If I buy this house, will I encounter problems that may make me regret my decision? Having a qualified professional inspect your house prior to putting it on the market – or for prospective buyers, before closing on a sale – can help guide your decision…

What’s your design personality?

Redecorating a room is an exciting way to freshen up your home, but might also seem like a daunting task if you don’t identify with just one conventional style category. Traditional design, for instance, is classic, inviting and elegant, while contemporary design includes more clean lines, modern accents and natural hues. But what if you like a little from each category? With the right tools and a proper balance, you can blur the lines between traditional, transitional and contemporary design to create a room that represents your own unique style…

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Designer tricks for the do-it-yourselfer

Ever watch those TV design shows and wonder how to replicate the look in your own home? It’s easy to incorporate designer tricks into your space, no matter the style or existing decor. Focus on adding layers of color and texture, and notice how hues flow from room to room to create a cohesive design…

Tips to bring prospective buyers into your house

Selling your house may be a challenge in today’s real estate market, but with a bit of elbow grease and some good planning tips, you can entice potential buyers to view your home, and hopefully make a viable offer…

The smart way to go from renting to owning

If you’ve paid attention to any news media over the past few years, you know that the housing market has dropped off. For a homebuyer, that means a wider world of options and opportunities. However, it’s vitally important to make smart decisions – as the markets have shown…

When it’s time for a new deck, details count

As a home improvement, when done right, adding a deck ranks near the top of the list, behind only kitchen and bath remodels, in return on investment for home improvement projects…

On the go? Protect your home and family this summer season

More than half of the U.S. population is planning a vacation away from home this summer. The other half will spend it trying to keep their kids busy with camps, enrichment activities, sports lessons and more. With everyone running in different directions, keeping tabs on your kids – and your home – can be a challenge. There are more than 2.15 million burglaries each year…

Tips to save on home energy costs this summer

Summer’s sizzling temperatures can make it difficult to keep your home comfortable, and even more difficult to keep up with the higher utility bills that often come with it. Yet even a few well-chosen improvements can make a big difference in home comfort and energy efficiency…

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Get inspired with colorful decorating

The change of seasons always provides fresh inspiration and motivation for home updates. Colors and textures are discovered anew in blooming gardens, strolls to local farmers’ markets and leisurely bicycle rides. A refreshed decor doesn’t mean having to invest in a big-ticket item like new furniture…

Tips to spruce up your home’s exterior

There’s no better time to spruce up your home. But while most families are reorganizing closets and making trips to Goodwill, they are neglecting the part of their home guests see first – its exterior. After this year’s harsh, long winter, the outside of your home probably needs more than a little TLC…

Fresh ideas for summer entertaining

Design insiders say you can make summer sizzle by throwing a great dinner party without breaking the bank. Simply start with two sources – your china cabinet and Mother Nature…

Tell your own story through home decor

With more and more people staying put in their homes, homeowners have realized the importance of creating a space that is meaningful to them and their families. Here are a few ideas for infusing your identity into your home’s decort…

Download New Hampshire Homes & Home Improvement – May 2011 (pdf)

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DIY-challenged: Three easy tricks for floor to ceiling

If you’re among the millions of American homeowners who’ve decided sprucing up the home you have is more cost-effective than moving into something newer or bigger, you may be looking for some easy ways to improve your living space. If you’re not a seasoned do-it-yourselfer, you could consider calling in the pros – but that would fly in the face of your efforts at frugality…

Houseplants: Good for home and health

Bright blooms, the smell of fresh cut grass, and a warm breeze may be missing this time of year, but there are ways you can brighten up the indoors and bring some summer gardening back into your life. Houseplants create a fantastic distraction for passing the winter doldrums as we eagerly await summer…

Home trends

Something old, something new. Something borrowed, something blue. While typically the refrain for most brides, this adage holds equally true for the top home decorating trends for the coming year…

Download NH Homes & Home Improvement – March 2011 (pdf)