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Get Your Spring Cleaning Done Early: Here’s How to Start
Some spring cleaning projects may require warmer weather, but you can easily tackle many of the tasks on your list while the days are still chilly and shorter. Take the time now to check these tasks off your spring cleaning list and spend the first days of warm weather outside enjoying the sunshine. Surface clean […]
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5 Reasons to Buy Your Dream Home This Year
Everyone deserves a home they can be proud of, but for a lot of people, the thought of buying their “dream home” seems out of reach. Is it possible to find something that ticks all the right boxes without stretching your finances too thin? Absolutely, and there are a few good reasons that 2020 may […]
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Winter is the New Spring for the Home Shopping Season
For quite a long time, spring has been the traditional time for prospective home buyers to begin searching for their ideal home. It seems only natural for people to prefer driving around looking at homes for sale during sunny, warm weather compared to the chill of winter. However, realtors have noticed a significant uptick in […]
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The Cost of Not Owning Your Own Home May Surprise You
The decision to buy a home is a big one. One of the biggest factors to consider is whether you can afford to buy a new house. Becoming a homeowner involves making a down payment, paying the mortgage each month, and purchasing homeowner’s insurance. While these expenses are significant to be sure, buying a home […]
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3 Creative Things to Do for Valentine’s Day close to Wilmington, DE
Valentine’s Day is approaching quickly, and love is in the air in Wilmington, Delaware! If you haven’t yet decided where to take your special someone this Valentine’s Day, there is still plenty of time to book a reservation at one of the many fine restaurants in the area. Or, check out one of the other […]
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No Sales Tax in Delaware: See How Much You Can Save in a Year
Looking to save money this year so that you can put more toward saving for retirement, taking more vacations, paying off student loans, or just living more comfortably for less money? Well then, you might want to consider buying a home in Delaware. Delaware is one of the few states in the U.S. that allows […]
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3 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling a Home in 2020
If you’ve decided it’s time to move, you’ll undoubtedly want to sell your home quickly for the highest price possible. However, it’s important to take some time to plan the process and understand what to expect. Lots of home sellers make a few critical errors that can negatively affect the sale price and process, as […]
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3 Benefits of Living in a Master-Planned Community That Might Surprise You
What sets a master-planned community apart from other neighborhoods? Well, if you’re looking at new construction homes in New Castle County, Delaware, you’ll notice that the properties located within master-planned communities by Montchanin Builders offer exceptional value, are very close to fantastic local amenities, and offer the neighborly ambiance of a close-knit community. When you […]
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4 Myths Holding Back Home Buyers
Have you ever driven around a beautiful neighborhood and thought, “I could never afford to live here.”? You’re not alone. There are a lot of myths holding back potential home buyers and making them think that they can’t afford a new home (when they actually can). The truth is that, while buying a home is […]
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Delaware Is a Winter Wonderland: 4 Great Ideas for Weekend Escapes
Delaware is a fun and beautiful place to live in throughout the year. In the winter, there are many options for enticing weekend getaways. Some of them are close to home, like the Inn at Montchanin Village and the Boardwalk Plaza Hotel. If you’re interested in venturing farther away, there are some exciting ski destinations […]
