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Small Changes You Can Make to Save Money

Small Changes You Can Make to Save Money

Summary: Saving money does not require extreme lifestyle changes. Many of the most effective strategies come from small,…

The Hidden Costs No One Mentions After You Move In

The Hidden Costs No One Mentions After You Move In

Home buyers tend to focus on their down payment, closing costs, and monthly mortgage bill when budgeting for…

How Weeds in Your Garden Can Indicate Soil Issues

How Weeds in Your Garden Can Indicate Soil Issues

Summary: If certain weeds keep appearing in your yard or garden, they may be signaling something about the condition…

What Zillow, Redfin, And Algorithms Can’t Tell You

What Zillow, Redfin, And Algorithms Can’t Tell You

Online home valuation tools can be a quick and easy way to get a ballpark estimate of what…

Drought-Resistant Plants That are Great for Zones 8a and 8b

Drought-Resistant Plants That are Great for Zones 8a and 8b

Summary: Gardeners in USDA Zones 8a and 8b — including Wilmington and much of Southeastern North Carolina —…

Should I Have a Septic Inspection When Buying a Home?

Should I Have a Septic Inspection When Buying a Home?

Summary: If a home relies on a septic system instead of a municipal sewer connection, a septic inspection is…

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