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The Bucks County Association of REALTORS reported a robust real estate market with rising prices and decreased time on the market, which it said demonstrates strong demand for residential properties …

Got houseplants?

House plants are good for you.According to an NBC.com report, the coronavirus pandemic drove a surge in houseplant buying, as people stayed put and yearned for fresh hobbies and more natural …

Don’t drag that Christmas tree to the curb to be hauled away by the trash collectors. Give it a second, even third life, in your landscape. No live Christmas tree? Don’t worry. I’m sure your …

Are you the practical type, or is “whimsy” your watchword? Whether you’re furnishing a home, apartment or vacation place from scratch, replacing worn out — or outdated — pieces, or looking to update your home’s current look, investing in high-quality furniture should be a thoughtful process.

It’s a new year and the perfect time for homeowners to sit down, look at their budgets and plan for ways they might save money each month in 2024.

After the holiday decorations come down, winter’s grayscape settles into view. It’s about this time of year we start yearning for more color, pattern or other ways to liven up the indoor …

Kitchens: The new living rooms

Traditionally, the kitchen has been one of the most utilitarian rooms in the home: A straightforward meal-prep area sporting a fairly uniform look. Homeowners picked out cabinets in their favorite …

From the crackle, pop and flickering flame to the heat and romance of a fireplace or free standing stove, for some only wood will do. Aside from ambiance, supplemental heat sources – whether wood, …

Islands in the mainstream

Imagine the perfect island.If you’re thinking sun, sand, tropical breezes and a sweet rum drink served in a pineapple, you probably did not participate in IKEA’s worldwide kitchen use …

The National Association of Realtors [NAR] unveiled a state flood disclosure tracker.The Federal Emergency Management Administration [FEMA] looks to require a flood disclosure form to participate …

 All gardeners, new or experienced, appreciates tools to help them better enjoy their hobby. If you’re a gardener, or have gardeners on your gift-giving list, it’s never too early to think about treating them.

The National Association of Realtors today announced IRAR Trust Company (IRAR) as a new partner with NAR Realtor Benefits. As NAR Realtor Benefits preferred provider for self-directed retirement …

Getting your house ready for winter

Once summer is a memory, it’s time to celebrate fall!But before you take one bite of an apple-cider doughnut, you should get your house ready for the colder months. The following tips are all about …

Outdoor winter container gardens

 Add a bit of greenery to your front steps, window box or patio with a winter container garden. You’ll find all the ingredients you need at your local garden center, craft store, and maybe even a …

Staircases and transition spaces

Make the most of a gorgeous staircase. From practical to wow-worthy, the staircase and other transitional spaces are well worth careful consideration when you are looking to begin a refresh, remodel …

Add a fresh look and fragrance to your winter indoor landscape with a potted rosemary plant. You may have received a rosemary plant or topiary as a gift this year, too. This favorite herb of cooks, …

It’s easy to take your heating, ventilation and air conditioning, or HVAC, for granted. Don’t. Annual inspections, regular filter changes and service when needed will keep your home – and those …

Plant a few trees for you and the bees

 Fall is a great time to add trees to your landscape. Not only do they provide shade, remove pollutants from the air, and help manage storm water; but many also provide food for bees. Keep this in …

Deer, pond and gift giving

Time remains to discourage deer, protect your outdoor pond and treat the gardeners on your holiday gift-giving list. In just about every corner of Bucks County you’ll find native white tail …

Are you winter ready?

Winter can be tough on everyone – and everything. From freeze-proofing pipes to furnace service when it’s cold outside take some time to get your home ready for winter so you can relax and enjoy …

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