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

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.

Spring Cleaning Solutions for Everyone from HouseLogic

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Washington, D.C. – March 30, 2018 (PRNewswire) Spring has sprung, and for most Americans, that means it’s time to pull out the duster, grab the sponge and start their annual spring cleaning. This month’s “Choose Your Own Spring Cleaning Plan!” spotlight from HouseLogic.com, the comprehensive website for home owners, buyers and sellers from the National Association of Realtors®, features five articles containing information, tips and advice on the best cleaning methods for homeowners based on their lifestyle and hobbies.

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

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Here are some of HouseLogic’s suggestions for taking on this yearly cleaning ritual:

If You Love, Love, LOVE Houseplants. For home owners who prefer a greenhouse to a regular house, cleaning means keeping plants healthy, fed and well pruned. Check out HouseLogic’s tips for keeping a home both clean and green, with tips like massaging a plant’s dirt to break it up, using a magnifying glass to check for bugs and giving plants an outdoor shower.

If Cooking is Your Passion. For homeowners who dream of becoming master chefs, the kitchen is the most important room in their home. Look at HouseLogic’s ideas for tackling the tough spots in kitchens, such as cleaning the rubber seals on refrigerators and dishwashers with water and soap, which will help them last longer and keep the seals tighter.

When Clutter Is Your No. 1 Enemy. Sometimes cleaning is not enough; sometimes the stuff just needs to go. HouseLogic has suggestions for uncluttering, purging and organizing; like hosting a ditch ‘n’ wine party – invite friends over for a bottle of wine, and get their help deciding what to keep and what to toss.

When Your Kids Are Your Priority – Not a Clean House. There is only so much time in a day, and most parents would rather spend time with their kids than mopping the floor. HouseLogic has suggestions for involving kids in the cleaning ‘fun,’ like letting kids join a purge party. Families can sort through items to donate, which not only helps children learn the value of decluttering, it also gets rid of stuff!

If You’d Rather Be DIYing Something. Some homeowners would rather build a bookshelf than dust one. HouseLogic has cleaning tips for amateur carpenters, with ideas like inspecting tools for loose parts, dull blades or cracked cords and throwing away tools that cannot be fixed.

For more information on the best ways to get a home spic and span this spring, 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 under the “About NAR” tab.

For further information contact:

Jane Dollinger
(202) 383-1042
jdollinger@realtors.org