Mike Roberts
My House is a Dust Bowl: What to Do?
Spring comes, temperatures warm, and flowers bloom. Liberated from winter hibernation, you happily throw open the windows. Before you...
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Mike Roberts
- Sep 10
- 4 min
You Can Build Your Own Fence
With the right materials, a little geometry and plenty of gritty work, you can build your own fence. You’ll not only end up with the...
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Mike Roberts
- Sep 10
- 2 min
What To Do When Your Property Tax Appraisal Jumps
Homeowners across the country are getting a shock when they open their 2022 property tax appraisal notices. These appraisals are often...
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Mike Roberts
- Jul 20
- 2 min
How to Paint Over Old Wood Paneling
Wood-paneled living areas were popular in the 1960s and 70s. Unfortunately, fifty years later, some of that wall paneling has still not...
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Mike Roberts
- Jul 20
- 2 min
How to Safely Shut Off Your Utilities
You may need to shut off your home’s utilities in the event of a repair, suspected leak or an emergency. Here’s what you need to know...
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Mike Roberts
- Jul 20
- 2 min
Will Home Prices Ever Return to Normal?
Home sales in the U.S. have confounded buyers and sellers alike for the last three years. Prices have increased by double-digit...
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Mike Roberts
- Jun 30
- 2 min
Does Your Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Your Vacant Home?
Your homeowner’s insurance covers damages to your home from specific perils and certain expenses of visitors who get hurt at your house....
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Mike Roberts
- Jun 30
- 3 min
Can They Do That? Taking Property Under Eminent Domain
It comes as a severe shock to a real estate owner when a government agency takes his property from him under the principle of eminent...
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Mike Roberts
- Jun 8
- 2 min
Making Money on a Vacation Rental
One of the greatest benefits of owning a rental property is its wealth-building capabilities — other people are paying for your equity in...
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Mike Roberts
- Jun 8
- 2 min
June To-Do List – Summer Home and Garden Tasks
It’s June, which means it’s time to relax and enjoy the kick-off of summer, but before the fun can begin, be sure to tackle this handy...
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Mike Roberts
- Mar 17
- 2 min
Testing the Waters: Is Your Private Well Water Safe?
Municipal water is treated and delivered under strict health guidelines set at the state and federal levels. But if you own rural...
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Mike Roberts
- Mar 17
- 2 min
Your Next Home Could Be 3D Printed
A growing number of products are manufactured with 3D printing, and now the technology can even build houses! Is a 3D home something...
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Mike Roberts
- Mar 17
- 3 min
A Bigger House Means a Bigger Budget
You’ve saved money, your family has grown and you’re thinking of buying a bigger house. Of course, it will come with bigger mortgage...
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Mike Roberts
- Feb 23
- 2 min
Expand Your Garden to Your Windowsill
Windowsill gardening is a great option if you want freshly grown herbs, vegetables or flowers but live in an apartment or other situation...
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Mike Roberts
- Feb 23
- 3 min
What the Home Inspector Doesn’t Find
Contracting with a professional home inspector is one of the most important things a buyer can do in the run-up to closing. But though an...
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Mike Roberts
- Feb 23
- 3 min
Your Guide to Investment Property Financing
incCountless Americans have built enormous wealth by owning investment real estate. However, the biggest challenge for entry into this...
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Mike Roberts
- Feb 10
- 2 min
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Water Damage?
We welcome clean fresh water in our kitchens and bathrooms, but sometimes water arrives uninvited and causes damage. Will your homeowners...
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Mike Roberts
- Feb 10
- 2 min
Warm Your Toes With Radiant Floors
Radiant floors are a home heating method that doesn’t use traditional HVAC air ducts. Instead of warm air blowing through vents, heat...
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Mike Roberts
- Dec 23, 2021
- 3 min
Quick Tips for Updating Your Cool-Season Décor
Special cool-season décor makes homes feel warm and cozy during the colder months. Here are quick tips to make your home especially...
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Mike Roberts
- Nov 18, 2021
- 2 min
Different LED Light Colors
LED lights have revolutionized lighting, replacing old incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and saving energy. Understanding the various...
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