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Home & Safety

Top Rated Home Security Systems

There are several good reasons to install a home security system–and some of them might not be so obvious. In addition to helping prevent crime, a security system can also lower your homeowner’s insurance...

March 20, 2021
7 min read
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Top Tips for Buying Your First House

Thinking about making the giant, terrifying, and oh-so-rewarding step of buying your first house? It might seem incredibly daunting, but thousands of people do it every year. If you’re overwhelmed and don’t know where...

February 18, 2021
13 min read
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Home & Safety

How to Optimize your Kitchen Appliances

As often as you use your kitchen appliances, you’ll want to make sure that they stay in good shape and that you’re using them appropriately. And believe it or not, there are a few things you can do that can make them...

October 27, 2020
7 min read
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Home & Safety

Quick Tips on Cell Phone Safety and Privacy

It’s amazing how intelligent smart phones become each and every year, but because of this, that means keeping your cell phone private and safe becomes even more and more important. Here are steps you should take to make...

October 26, 2020
6 min read