Buying and fixing up a house with one loan
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Buying and fixing up a house with one loan

Buying a home that requires a little TLC can often be cheaper than buying a home that doesn’t need any work, but paying for those repairs can be difficult. Luckily, if you’re a member of the military or served in the past, there’s a great way for you to finance renovations.

If you’re eligible for a VA loan, you can purchase and repair a fixer-upper with a VA rehab (also called a VA renovation) loan, which lets you roll repair costs into your mortgage.

What is a VA renovation loan?

A VA renovation loan is a type of mortgage that

Bohemian Stacked Braids Hairstyle – DIY & Crafts
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Bohemian Stacked Braids Hairstyle – DIY & Crafts

I love braids, but sometimes they get boring. This stacked braids hairstyle is a lovely choice that makes them look just a bit different. It has a unique Bohemian style to the look, and you only need to know how to make a simple three-strand braid to create this long hairstyle look.

lady in black and white polka dot dress with stacked braids

Stacked Braids Hairstyle

This hairstyle is one that is ideal for medium-length to long hair. You could do this with a shorter hairstyle, but it wouldn’t work well with anything

Renovation Rescue: How To Give Your Living Room A Low-Cost Makeover With Loads Of Style
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Renovation Rescue: How To Give Your Living Room A Low-Cost Makeover With Loads Of Style

Creating an effortlessly chic living room on a budget is easy when you know how. Why wait until you’re selling to get the designer living room of your dreams?

It doesn’t need to cost a fortune if you know where to splurge and where to save. And the best thing

The key is mixing high with low by combining budget buys with designer pieces. The other secret is having an overall look in mind before you start. The goal is composition

Upcycled Cutting Board Craft Picture Frame
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Upcycled Cutting Board Craft Picture Frame

Looking for a unique way to display your family photos? Check out our cutting board craft picture “frame”! This one-of-a-kind frame is made from a real cutting board and can be personalized with your family name, favorite saying, or special message. It’s the perfect way to show off your cherished memories and make a unique statement in your home.

cutting board picture board against pink background

Cutting Board Craft Picture “Frame”

I love a decorative frame that is more than just a square or rectangle that hangs on the wall.

Upgrades at the Muskegon Boys & Girls Club well-underway
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Upgrades at the Muskegon Boys & Girls Club well-underway

Following the multi-million-dollar upgrade, the facility will include a STEM lab, game room, lounges and more.

MUSKEGON, Mich. — 13 ON YOUR SIDE was granted an exclusive sneak-peak inside the ongoing work at the Boys & Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore.

The group impacts the lives of hundreds of children on a daily basis, but, now upward of 50 years old, its West Western Avenue headquarters is no longer effectively serving the growing organization’s needs.

The multi-million dollar renovation announced in 2022 promises to transform the aging building into a purpose-built space, complete with modern technology and infrastructure to

Simple DIY Paper Butterfly Kids Craft
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Simple DIY Paper Butterfly Kids Craft

If you’re looking for a fun and easy butterfly craft for your kids, look no further than this adorable paper butterfly! Made from any craft paper, this is perfect for kids of all ages and can be easily customized to their liking.

Whether you opt for brightly colored paper or prefer something more subdued, the paper butterfly is a kids craft that is sure to put a smile on your child’s face. And with its simple construction, it’s a perfect activity for

How to Build a Shelf with a Wood Gallery Rail
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How to Build a Shelf with a Wood Gallery Rail

We’re in the midst of a little laundry room refresh and I’ve been slowly completing projects to update this space. We finished it almost 7 years ago and it’s one of the most used rooms in our home (after the kitchen). But now that we have 3 kiddos and my style has evolved it’s time for some changes! My most recent project was building a shelf with a wood gallery rail and I’m here to share all the details with you!

How to Build a Wood Gallery Rail Shelf

When we first completed the laundry room, we put a shelf on the wall above the washer and dryer

Cada Library Renovation Approved In Tecumseh |  windsoriteDOTca News
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Cada Library Renovation Approved In Tecumseh | windsoriteDOTca News

The Cada Library Renovation final concept design was approved by the Tecumseh Council Tuesday evening.

The work will include a new universal/gender-neutral washroom, new barrier-free multi-fixture male and female washrooms, main entrance automatic sliding doors, a new barrier-free information desk for improved client interactions and the removal of elevated stage areas in the program room.

There will also be new carpet and tile floors throughout, new ceiling tiles, painting of all walls, identification for themed areas, increased electrical distribution and power receptacles for the use of charging phones, laptops, tablets, etc., replacement of all lighting with led energy efficient light