Mary Kay Daughters/ Jeff Brown's Blog

Posted on 11/17/2024

How to start planning for your next dream home interior design

Decorating your space can make all the difference when...

Dream House

Home Design

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Posted on 11/10/2024

Dormancy & Blooming: Your Guide to Cyclamen Care

Cyclamen are popular for their bright fall and winter flowers. Often given as gifts during the holiday season, cyclamen flowers can last for several weeks indoors. However, once the blooms have wilted and the plant becomes dormant, many plant owners find it difficult to encourage them to bloom a second time. Luckily, there are steps you can take...

Dormancy

Home Living

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Posted on 11/03/2024

How to Grow an Areca Palm as a Houseplant

Areca palms are a common sight in outdoor spaces but also make great houseplants. They're easy to care for and can grow in your home in practically any climate as long as they get the proper care. Here are the basics of growing areca palms indoors: Lighting Needs One of the areca palm's most popular characteristics is its...

Areca Palm

Houseplants

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Posted on 10/27/2024

Outdoor living spaces: Making your own personal oasis

With homeowners spending more time at home, it’s more...

Luxurious

Oasis

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Posted on 10/20/2024

Checklist: Electrical Maintenance Projects for Your Home

Keeping your electrical system in good condition is a crucial part of lowering the risk of electric shocks, fires and other electrical hazards. Have professional electricians handle major electrical problems and installations, such as putting in new wiring or repairing faulty wires. Doing some regular maintenance on your own can help reduce the risk of electrical problems in...

Electrician

Home Electrical

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Posted on 10/13/2024

Insurance of property: Understanding your coverage as an owner or renter

Insurance of property is a broad concept, including...

Property Insurance

Insurance

Posted on 10/06/2024

Polka Dot Plants & Other Colorful Houseplants Safe for Pets

Growing indoor plants can be incredibly rewarding and enhance the aesthetics of your home. However, it's important to know which plants are safe for every member of your household to be around. While many attractive and popular houseplants are toxic to pets and humans, there are plenty you can grow indoors safely, like polka dot plants. Here are...

Home Living

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Posted on 09/29/2024

Pros & cons of buying plants online

Buying plants online can be a fun and convenient way to...

Buying Plants

Houseplants

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Posted on 09/22/2024

What You Need to Know About Granite Countertops

Your kitchen counter is one of the most heavily used surfaces in the home. Everything from food preparation to working from home can happen in the kitchen, and the countertop material plays a major role in those activities and the overall look and feel of the kitchen. Granite has been a popular choice for decades. However, there are...

Budget

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Posted on 09/15/2024

Understanding Home Prices: Key Factors to Consider

Housing prices are constantly changing, which can make both buying and selling a home more complicated. While it’s difficult to predict future changes, it’s important to understand the key factors that affect the housing market and home prices. Here are the five major things that affect housing prices: Economic Change The overall health of the economy is a...

Economy

Home Prices

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Posted on 09/08/2024

Do more with less: Small backyard design ideas

Sometimes, less is more - this is certainly the case with...

Backyard Ideas

Small Backyard

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Posted on 09/01/2024

How long does it take to buy a house? Major factors to consider

If you’re interested in purchasing property, you might be...