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Tips to Save Time and Money on Home Maintenance from HouseLogic

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Washington, D.C. – June 7, 2018 (PRNewswire) Many homeowners would be surprised to find out all the areas they are wasting money on maintaining their home. This month’s “Secrets for Maintaining Your Home With Less Time, Money” spotlight from HouseLogic.com, the comprehensive website for homeowners from the National Association of Realtors®, features five articles and an infographic containing information, tips and advice on how homeowners can keep their home in tip-top shape without breaking the bank.

Check out the full spotlight at www.houselogic.com.

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Here are some of HouseLogic’s suggestions keeping home upkeep costs down:

7 Household Expenses You’re Probably Wasting Your Money On. There are plenty of areas where homeowners are spending money where they simply do not need to. Check out HouseLogic’s list of common money mistakes, including buying budget light bulbs; the initial costs may be cheaper, but they die out more frequently and are harsher on energy bills than LED bulbs.

9 Money-Saving Tips That Grandma Never Told You About. People always say ‘listen to your elders,’ and for good reason! Grandparents understood the importance of pinching pennies before the DIY craze began. Look at HouseLogic’s list of time-tested, money-saving tips, such as ditching paper towels and investing in washable rags.

The 5 Contractor Scams (and How to Avoid Them). While most contractors are hardworking professionals, it is crucial that homeowners are able to identify the bad apples among them. HouseLogic breaks down how to avoid some of the most common scams, such as if a contractor says he or she doesn’t need to get a building permit or asks for more than 10 percent (or $1,000) up front.

You Only Think It’s True: 10 Myths Costing You Time and Money. Some home maintenance tips are repeated with such frequency that everyone assumes they are true – but you cannot believe everything you hear! HouseLogic debunks some of the most costly home maintenance myths, including that running lemons through the garbage disposal will act as a natural cleaner when, in fact, the citric acid will actually corrode the metal parts of the disposal.

7 Tips and Tricks to Keep Your Home Cleaner Longer. Why clean twice when you only need to clean once? Check out HouseLogic’s advice for making cleaning efforts last longer with tips like coating glass shower doors with a rain-repellent product made for car windshields, which will create an invisible barrier that causes water, oils and soap suds to roll off – like magic!

9 Habits for a Home That Always Feels Neat and Fresh. Look at HouseLogic’s infographic highlighting two-minute habits every homeowner should adopt to keep their home clean all the time, such as making the bed every morning and always unloading a clean dishwasher.

For more information on home maintenance, visit HouseLogic.com.
HouseLogic is a free source of information that helps consumers make smart, confident decisions about all aspects of home ownership. Made possible by Realtors®, the site helps owners get the most value and enjoyment from their existing home and helps buyers and sellers make the best deal possible.

The National Association of Realtors® is America’s largest trade association, representing 1.3 million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.

Information about NAR is available at www.nar.realtor. This and other news releases are posted in the newsroom in the “About NAR” tab.

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How to Get – and Enjoy! – an Easy-Care Yard

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Washington, D.C. – April 27, 2018 (PRNewswire) Most people love spending time relaxing in their outdoor spaces. But for homeowners who do not enjoy mowing the lawn, fertilizing, weeding or pruning bushes, their outdoor spaces can seem more like a chore. This month’s “The Mistake-Free Guide to an Easy-Care Yard” spotlight from Houselogic.com, the comprehensive website for homeowners, buyers and sellers from the National Association of Realtors®, features four articles containing information, tips and advice on how to create a yard that is more fun than hassle.

Check out the full spotlight at www.houselogic.com.

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Here are some of HouseLogic’s suggestions for creating an effort-free yard.

The Best Choices You Can Make for a Practically Hassle-Free Yard. The simplest trick to having a hassle-free yard is to pick plants and greenery that do not require a ton of work to stay healthy. Check out HouseLogic’s suggestions for effortless landscaping, such as using fescue grass, which is slow growing and disease resistant, meaning it needs less mowing and fertilizing than other types of grass.

8 Ways New Homeowners Accidentally Trash Their Yards. Rookie gardeners work hard to keep their yards happy and healthy, but it is easy to make a mistake! HouseLogic has a list of the most common gaffes homeowners make when it comes to yard care, including cutting grass too short, which ends up starving the lawn of much needed sunlight.

4 Genius Yard Upgrades Even a Klutz Can Crush. Want to remodel the backyard but have zero DIY skills? Check out HouseLogic’s ideas for super-easy DIY projects, like creating a privacy fence out of old window shutters, some cement and a couple of posts.

5 Awesomely Easy Landscaping Projects. Landscaping projects that impress the neighbors do not have to bust your budget. Look at HouseLogic’s list of easy yard upgrades, such as building a decorative flagstone wall, which costs about $300 and requires no mortar!

For more information on creating a dream yard, visit HouseLogic.com.

HouseLogic is a free source of information that helps consumers make smart, confident decisions about all aspects of home ownership. Made possible by Realtors®, the site helps owners get the most value and enjoyment from their existing home and helps buyers and sellers make the best deal possible.

The National Association of Realtors® is America’s largest trade association, representing 1.3 million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.

Information about NAR is available at www.nar.realtor. This and other news releases are posted in the “News, Blogs and Videos” tab on the website.

HouseLogic Helps Homeowners Create Beautiful, Indestructible Bathrooms and Kitchens

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Washington, D.C. – Feb. 26, 2018 (PRNewswire) Homeowners expect their kitchens and bathrooms to withstand all kinds of abuse, while looking picture perfect. This month’s “The Indestructible Kitchen & Bathroom: A How-to Guide” spotlight from Houselogic.com, the comprehensive website for homeowners, buyers and sellers from the National Association of Realtors®, features four articles containing information, tips and advice on the design kitchens and bathrooms that look stunning and will last a lifetime.

Check out the full spotlight at www.houselogic.com.

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Here are some of HouseLogic’s suggestions for how to create stunning and resilient kitchens and bathrooms:

10 Bathroom Materials That’ll Withstand Any Abuse. Bathrooms have to endure various kinds of damage – humidity from steamy showers, splashing water at bath time and piles of damp towels, to name a few! HouseLogic names 10 materials, such as engineered stone for countertops, which are non-porous and therefore resistant to bacteria, mold, stains and water damage, that can hold up to any abuse homeowners throw at them.

6 Materials Savvy Remodelers Never Use in Their Kitchens. In most homes, the kitchen is the room that endures the most use and abuse, so when it comes time to remodel, it is essential to avoid using cheap or flimsy materials. HouseLogic spoke with remodeling experts about the building elements that homeowners should never use in their kitchen remodel, including inexpensive sheet vinyl for flooring, which can become unglued and bubble up if water leaks from a dishwasher or refrigerator.

5 Things That Will Totally Ruin Your Bathroom Remodel. Not all building materials can survive long-term use in a bathroom, so using the wrong materials can result in a lot of wasted time, effort and money. Look at HouseLogic’s list of materials that do not belong in a bathroom to avoid making any bad decisions, such as wallpaper, which could start to peel in a few years.

9 Gorgeous Kitchen Materials That Are Practically Indestructible. What is better than a Pinterest-perfect kitchen? A Pinterest-perfect kitchen that stays that way even after years of use! Check out HouseLogic’s list of durable – and beautiful – kitchen materials, such as glazed ceramic tiles, which are immune to moisture, are resistant to stains and easily wipe clean.

For more information on how to create enduring and attractive kitchens and bathrooms, visit HouseLogic.com.

HouseLogic is a free source of information that helps consumers make smart, confident decisions about all aspects of home ownership. Made possible by Realtors®, the site helps owners get the most value and enjoyment from their existing home and helps buyers and sellers make the best deal possible.

The National Association of Realtors®, “The Voice for Real Estate,” is America’s largest trade association, representing 1.3 million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.

Information about NAR is available at www.nar.realtor.

Media Communications:

For further information contact:
Jane Dollinger
(202) 383-1042
jdollinger@realtors.org