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Four Important Tips To Help You Move Smoothly

Moving can be complicated and must be a completely organized process. If you are not organized and  don't have your items ready for moving, it can throw your world into complete chaos. Here are four important moving tips that you can employ to ensure that your smooth runs smoothly. 1 – Start by grouping all similar items together and keep them divided into boxes. Items such as electronics, dishes, bathroom items, or clothing should be grouped together. Read More 

Tips For Creating An English Cottage Garden In Your Yard

There's nothing quite so charming as an English cottage garden. Such gardens feature a profusion of pretty plants and flowers. An English cottage garden appears to have simply sprung up, adding layers over the generations. Of course, such beautiful chaos actually takes planning. Add the charm of an English cottage garden to your yard. Start with Typical Plants A cottage garden should have a romantic feel perfect for a stroll. Better Homes and Gardens suggests the following plants for your garden: Read More 

4 Tips For Planning For Your Barn Wedding

These days, barn weddings are extremely popular; rustic barn settings can provide a scenic, unique backdrop for your special day. Plus, the possibilities for decorations and customization are pretty much endless! If you're thinking about planning a barn wedding, however, there are a few tips worth keeping in mind along the way. Decide Between Full-Service or Primitive Start by deciding whether you want an authentic barn wedding or a wedding at a barn that's actually designed to double as a venue. Read More 

3 Things To Consider When Buying Gas Logs For Your New Home

Are you moving into a new home with a gas fireplace? Or are you moving into a home with no fireplace, but want to install one? Either way, gas logs could be a good solution for you. A gas log is a gas burner that is constructed to look like a stack of burning logs and is used in a gas-fueled fireplace. It offers the functionality of burning gas or natural propane to give off heat, but also an aesthetic similar to a natural wood-burning fireplace. Read More 

Resolving Land Disputes Between You And Your Neighbor: How Land Surveys Help

If you read the classified advertisements in the newspaper, you know that it remains the number one spot for cities to post new construction announcements and public hearing announcements. Often, most neighbors are unaware that someone next door to them is about to construct an addition, a new garage or install a fence until these public notices are posted. The purpose for the notices gives neighbors the time and the right to attend a public hearing that grants the property owner the permit to build. Read More