Irene Yang's Blog

Posted on 03/03/2024

Sheltering Without Power: How to Prepare

A power outage can happen anywhere. Even if you don't live in an area prone to extreme weather or natural disasters, it's crucial to know what to do if you lose power for an extended period. Here are some of the best ways to prepare for sheltering at home without power: Get an Emergency Weather Radio Emergency weather...

Emergency Preparedness

Home Safety

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Posted on 02/25/2024

Exploring alternative ways to get equity out of your home

Paying off credit card balances and consolidating debt...

Equity

Home Equity Line Of Credit

Posted on 02/18/2024

Mortgage definitions for all stages of homeownership

Whether you’re a new buyer searching for your first home,...

Mortgage Application

Mortgage Loan

Posted on 02/11/2024

3 Siding options for your tiny house exterior

When planning the design for a tiny house exterior,...

Exteriors

Materials

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Posted on 02/04/2024

Chimney Fire: Ways to Reduce Your Risk

Homeowners sometimes visualize a chimney fire as an event that involves flames shooting out of the top like a flare. While that type certainly happens too often, slow-burning chimney fires tend to go undetected and place unsuspecting household members in harm's way. The good news for homeowners with fireplaces is reducing the risk of a chimney fire ranks...

Chimney

Home Maintenance

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Posted on 01/28/2024

Examining factors that contribute to the lifespan of a building

Modern buildings are made with a plethora of different...

Building Lifespan

Residential Housing

Posted on 01/21/2024

Top Kitchen Design Trends to Try Now

The kitchen is one of the most heavily used rooms in the home. While the functionality of the kitchen is crucial, the design and style elements are just as important. If you’re thinking of making some updates to your kitchen, here are some of the top trends to try: Mix & Match Metal Mixing up different colors and...

Countertops

Green

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Posted on 01/14/2024

Contemporary houses: Architectural characteristics

While contemporary architecture can be difficult to...

Architectural Design

Architecture

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Posted on 01/07/2024

Weekend projects to make your home more energy-efficient

While many home improvements have a lengthy process,...