Tag: Buy
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Joann Fabrics Is Closing: Here Are 17 Other Places To Buy VERY GOOD Home Decor Fabrics
Earlier this year, it was announced that Joann (or Joann Fabrics as I will forever call it), was going out of business and closing its hundreds of stores nationwide. Crafters, sewers and anyone who ever DIYed a Halloween costume two nights before the big day all shed tears. But for real, I’m very sad about…
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How long does it take to buy a house? The details on when to expect to move in
Homebuying has many stages you need to go through between making the decision to purchase and holding the keys in your hand, so it’s probably no surprise to hear that it takes time. But what can make the process a little less daunting is understanding how long this might be. Individual factors matter when you’re…
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Should you buy a house with subsidence? We weigh up the pros and cons
The prospect of buying a house with subsidence can be seriously concerning. While there could be the attraction of spending less on a property, structural issues with a home are not to be taken lightly. If you’re buying a house with a mortgage, whether you would be able to borrow money for a home with…
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Where to buy land — 10 places to look for a plot for a self-build home
If you’re planning to buy a house, where you should look for likely properties is evident. Where to buy land when you want to build your own home, however, probably isn’t as apparent. Get savvy about the places to look, though, and you’ll discover that some of the places to buy land cross over with…
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This is the minimum amount of money you need to buy a house
Before you start looking at homes to purchase, it’s important to understand the minimum amount of money you need to buy a house. Without this information, you can end up wasting time viewing properties that don’t match up with your budget. The cost of buying a house is made up of a number of elements.…
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What is a wall-mounted dehumidifier and should you buy one?
Wall-mounted dehumidifiers might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about managing humidity, but they offer a unique approach to keeping your home comfortable. Designed to free up floor space while tackling dampness and moisture, they’re an intriguing option for spaces like utility rooms, studios, and even holiday homes. This…
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FHWA Tightens “Buy American” Rules for Federal Infrastructure Projects
Although it didn’t come as a surprise to many industry experts, as of Jan. 15, 2025, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) waiver program which had long-allowed certain American-based manufacturing requirements to be ignored, came to an end. It likely comes as one of the final policy acts by the Biden Administration on infrastructure, which passed…