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My tip for new home owners

AdamO — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 09:00:36 GMT

Don't put off painting exposed exterior surfaces.

And, Prime a bare area, before "painting" it.

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AdamO — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 05:21:27 GMT

Good one:

Close that Patio Umbrella at night and on windy days!

Otherwise, your glass table top could get smashed and the umbrella could do a "Marry Poppins" on you.

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AdamO — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 01:26:54 GMT

Try a SKUNK digging under the foundation!

That is one determined BIG critter.

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worldweary2 — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 01:22:48 GMT

Squirrels especially, but raccoons will also claw their way through the soffet and/or fascia board, so as to nest in the attic.

They can leave quite a mess in their wake...

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JulieK — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 01:19:41 GMT

Ah...we are experiencing the reality of home ownership this weekend. Lots of rain this week, which leaked intoour youngest son's bedroom. Seems a racoon or two scratched away at the roof! So, we are getting that fixed, along with new drywall for the ceiling and wall it ruined.

There's always something that needs some sort of repair!

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AdamO — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 20:05:23 GMT

I've spent years happily beating back the over-growth around the property.

Biggest outdoor tip would be to work with the yard's changing shade and avoid any in-ground wasp nest areas.

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SHC-StaceyW — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:16:57 GMT

Burn it....collect the insurance. HEHE!! My tip? Just this. Make sure you can afford the mortgage! If not, get out now!

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Searsash — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:13:57 GMT

As a new home owner myself, it's VERY easy to get overwhelmed with the amount of things that need to be done. Take the time to enjoy the fact that you own your own house in this economy! And take home improvements one thing at a time! One big thing I learned along the way... Don't be afraid to try doing it yourself. You save money, and it makes you feel good!

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PaulaZ — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 14:13:14 GMT

That's a great tip, Jolie. My parents bought a historic home back in 1975 and are STILL fixing it up! LOL. My advice is to not improve your home so much that the value becomes out of whack. Because when you go to sell it someday it may not actually be worth all that you put into it.

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jeeperpilot — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 13:00:46 GMT

This goes along the ways of what Jolie said. You just bought your home, you have atleast 15-30 years until it is paid for....take your time.

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AdamO — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 06:15:15 GMT

Prioritize your home To Do list.

Something structural should be WAY higher on the list than an inside remodel job (i.e. water damage).

Safety To Do's trump about anything else on the list (i.e. exposed wiring).

Sometimes a fresh coat of paint (maybe with a new color) is all that is immediately needed for a big change, at a relatively low cost.

Invest in good quality tools, that will last a long time to do jobs right - like Craftsman tools (had to see that one coming...).

And, have fun!

Enjoy each and every checked off To Do item, no matter how small.

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Jolie — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 17:40:15 GMT

Pace yourself... you don't need to change everything at once. There is an unlimited amount of work to do. What is your tip for new home owners?