Using personal loans for home improvement projects
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Using personal loans for home improvement projects

It can

21 Home Improvement Projects That Are Worth Every Penny
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21 Home Improvement Projects That Are Worth Every Penny

21 Home Improvement Projects That Are Worth Every Penny

Homeownership comes with its fair share of headaches, sure — but that’s what DIY projects are for. And while some might ultimately feel like more trouble than they’re worth, others can make spaces feel brand new, or solve some seriously annoying problems.

Recently, u/hobovirginity asked homeowners to share the “relatively cheap” home improvement projects they completed that were worth every penny, and people had a lot to say. These were the upgrades, big and small, that were totally game-changing.

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“The $25 it costs to buy those garage door magnets, just

7 Things for a Beautiful English Cottage Room Makeover
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7 Things for a Beautiful English Cottage Room Makeover

Oh those English cottage rooms with layers of lovely patterns get me every time. When we visited the Cotswolds in summer last year, I felt even more in love with that quintessential English cottage charm and I started dreaming up a new design that brought in all those layers of beauty.

English Cottage Room

Though I am sourcing the elements for the new look yet-and there are many more elements in designing a room- there are 7 things I am planning on incorporating. Sharing a bit of inspiration today for Friday Favorites along with some elements to get the look.

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Roofing Contractors in Clinton Township, MI, Miller’s Home Improvement Discusses Roof Replacement Financing Options

PRESS RELEASE

Published May 3, 2023

Michigan roofing contractor Miller’s Home Improvement has released a blog post helping homeowners understand their options for financing a roof replacement.

Seemingly minor roofing problems, if left unattended for a long time, can eventually turn into major repairs. Roof leaks can cause degradation of the roofing materials and make them weaker, risking the integrity of the entire structure. Homeowners with a deteriorating roof can also experience higher energy bills due to poor insulation and air gaps. If the problems are detected as soon as they arise, they can be fixed with limited repairs.

However,

The Easiest Fresh Guacamole Recipe
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The Easiest Fresh Guacamole Recipe

Did I just hear that magic word… ‘fresh guacamole’? I mean, I’m always up for some chips and guacamole. And salsa. And baked burritos or a taco salad. Okay- I am always up for delicious Mexican food. You too? Then this post is for you.

Guacamole and more

With Cinco de Mayo tomorrow- it is a perfect time to enjoy one of our favorite guacamole recipes but let’s be honest- any day of the year is a good day for fresh guacamole. I am also sharing a fresh salsa recipe and favorite Mexican corn stew recipe below.

Salsa Fresco

Full

Meet HGTV’s Newest Star, Galey Alix of ‘Home in a Heartbeat’
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Meet HGTV’s Newest Star, Galey Alix of ‘Home in a Heartbeat’

HGTV has a new show and design superstar in the making: Galey Alixhost of “Home in a Heartbeat With Galey Alix.”

The schtick? Alix is ​​a Wall Street executive who, due to her day job, completes her renovations in one weekend. She also allows her clients to decide the budget they want to spend.

Given this weekend warrior is calling all the shots with the design without the homeowners’ input, that leaves a lot of room for error. Does she deliver?

In the series premiere, “Dallas Palace,” Alix travels to Boca Raton, FL, to help a married couple Rachel

8 simple ways to add old world charm to the kitchen
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8 simple ways to add old world charm to the kitchen

We’ve been working on all kinds of updates out in the cottage -from painting the built-in bookcases to changing some of the lighting. And the cottage kitchen got a fresh kitchen look recently too with a new kitchen island and lower cabinets.

We didn’t remove those original old cupboards – don’t worry. But since this photo was taken- the counters and sink might have changed just a bit. We now have butcher block counters and an antique farm sink in here. it is all about 3 easy ways to add some of that lovely old world charm to a kitchen.

Tornado in Cole kills 3;  damage reported in Shawnee and across Oklahoma
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Tornado in Cole kills 3; damage reported in Shawnee and across Oklahoma

A cluster of severe storms that moved across central Oklahoma Wednesday evening produced tornadoes that damaged homes and businesses in Cole and Shawnee and left tens of thousands of residents without power.

As the sun rose Thursday, videos posted by storm chasers on Twitter showed under-construction homes near Cole that had been heavily damaged the night before.

more: See what tornadoes in Cole, Shawnee and other storms look like across Oklahoma

Damages, deaths, injuries caused by the storm are still being evaluated

Emergency responders and people