Marisa Disano's Blog

Posted on 07/25/2021

Advantages and Disadvantages of Buying a Forever Home

For many prospective homebuyers, the thought of waiting for a forever home instead of a starter home can be tempting. After all, there are plenty of advantages to patience and careful saving until you can afford or find the house that’s perfect for you and your future plans. However, there are downsides to consider. Here we’ll go over...

Forever Home

Home Buying

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Posted on 07/18/2021

What to Ask Your Builder During New Construction

Image by Роман Распутин from Pixabay When you’re going to be purchasing new construction, it’s important to understand as much as possible about this process. Being unfamiliar with certain aspects of new construction could lead to you spending more money than you planned or not getting the exact house you want. When you’re going to be meeting with...

Builders

Home Builders

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Posted on 07/11/2021

Ways to Reduce the Expense of Moving

Photo by Nina Garman via Pixabay Moving into a new home can be a very exciting experience. From getting to know new people to starting a new job, it can all be a very enjoyable transition. However, there are some aspects of moving that many people don’t really enjoy. And the biggest factor of all is the money...

Buying

Moving

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Posted on 07/04/2021

Modern Farmhouse Style 101

Image by Andrea Barstow from Pixabay The modern farmhouse trend continues to grow in popularity. For both interior and exterior home design, the name of this style is everywhere, from inspiration blogs to retailers. Real estate professionals have even begun featuring modern farmhouse properties in their respective markets because of the continued demand for the style. However, with...

Architecture

Exterior Design

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Posted on 06/27/2021

Is Solar Lighting Right for Your Outdoor Space?

Image by Engin Akyurt from Pixabay Solar powered outdoor lighting has been on the market for a long time, but only keeps getting better and more affordable. As demand for eco-friendly upgrades and lifestyle changes continues to grow, so do the options available. It is easy to find solar lights in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles...

Eco Friendly

Home Exterior

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Posted on 06/20/2021

Building Your Home: 4 Concrete Ways to Keep Visualizing During the Process

Image by Paul Brennan from Pixabay When you build a new home, you want to see the house as clearly as possible even before it’s finished. Visualizing your new home throughout the building process isn’t only exciting, but it also helps ensure everything is constructed to your liking. Here are four concrete ways to visualize your new home...

Homebuyer

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Posted on 06/13/2021

Pets: Alternative Ways to Set Room Boundaries

Image by gabriele gabi from Pixabay Upon moving into a new home, it’s important to keep your pets out of certain rooms as they get used to their new space. While you could use baby gates for that purpose, they are often cumbersome to have put up all over the house. Instead, use any or all of these...

Home

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Posted on 06/06/2021

Ambient, Task and Accent Lighting: A Beginner's Guide to Lighting Design

Lighting is an extremely important but often overlooked element of interior design. No matter the style or setting, lighting choices can make or break the entire look and feel of a room. However, achieving great lighting in your interior design isn’t as simple as flipping a switch. Here we’ll go over the three main types of lighting used...

Home Decoration

Decor

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Posted on 05/30/2021

How To Use Less Water at Home

Are You Overpaying for Water? You could be, if your home is not running as efficiently as it could, or if you have undiagnosed leaks or damage. Cutting your water consumption can help you save money every month, and most times, you won’t have to change your habits at all. Try one or more of the following ideas...

Water Bills

How To Conserve Water In Your Home

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Posted on 05/23/2021

Tips for Handling Emergencies in the Home

Photo by Jan Mallander via Pixabay When you’re a new homeowner in a new community, you don’t always know how to handle unforeseen emergencies. Before that day arrives, take the time to learn your community so that a minor issue doesn’t become a major catastrophe. Handling Household Emergencies Whether it’s a burst pipe or a broken window, household...

Community

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Posted on 05/16/2021

Passive Solar Homes 101

Photo by Skylar Kang from Pexels If you're purchasing a new construction, consider the benefits of a passive solar home. Unlike simple solar panels that attach to your roof, architects design passive solar homes from the ground up, taking into consideration such elements as building site, position and materials. True passive solar homes collect heat throughout the day...

Energy Efficient

Green Living

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Posted on 05/09/2021

How Much To Put Down When Building a House

Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels Most people who decide to build a new house plan on financing the construction via one of the multiple financing options available. However, the size of the down payment depends on what type of loan is taken out for the project. The following is a breakdown of what different loan programs commonly...

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