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  • Decorating Your Home With Mirrors

    Posted on Jul 12, 2018 in:
    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Remodel
    • Maintain
    • Homeowners
    Nothing increases the appearance of size in your home like a mirror. Big or small, mirrors effectively double light and volume, increasing brightness and giving us a pleasant sense of openness.
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  • Enhance Your Home With Outdoor Lighting

    Posted on Jun 7, 2018 in:
    • Remodel
    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Maintain
    • Homeowners
    As homeowners expand their living space into the great outdoors, the need for proper outdoor lighting has become increasingly important. Today’s exterior lighting goes well beyond the functionality of safety and security. Here are some things to think about when illuminating outdoor spaces.
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  • Hardwood or Engineered: A Head-to-Head Comparison

    Posted on May 3, 2018 in:
    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Maintain
    • Homeowners
    Is solid hardwood the best? The debate between solid and engineered continues. The only thing for certain, with the wide variety of styles, types, and manufacturers, is that when it comes to hardwood, there truly is something for everyone.
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  • 7 Ways to Finance a Home-Remodeling Project

    Posted on Apr 12, 2018 in:
    • Remodel
    • Homeowners
    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    Owners finance home-remodeling projects in many ways, from using savings to borrowing from a 401(k) to bank loans. Here are some of the most common avenues to pay for your dream remodel.
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  • It’s Tax Time—Can I Deduct My Home Remodel?

    Posted on Apr 12, 2018 in:
    • Buy
    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Remodel
    • Homeowners
    Tax Day is April 17. If you’ve recently remodeled your home or are thinking about renovating in the future, you may be wondering if there is a way to deduct a remodel. After all, you’re looking at a big investment, and it sure would be nice to lower your tax liability to soften the blow.
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