DIY Projects and Home Decor Tips and Tricks

Fall Curb Appeal Ideas to Help You Sell Your House This Season

Fall Curb Appeal Ideas to Help You Sell Your House This Season

By John Chiappetta / September 6, 2023
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If you’re getting ready to sell your house, it’s important to consider its curb appeal. You should also consider the season you’re selling in — in this case, the fall — because it will impact some of the choices you…

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Christmas Tree Inspo: 11 Trees You Have to See

Christmas Tree Inspo: 11 Trees You Have to See

By Aly Yale / December 21, 2022
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Tired of the same old Christmas tree you’ve had year after year? Bored with the hodge-podge of homemade ornaments, flashing lights, and freebie bulbs you’ve gotten from holiday parties? Try changing it up this season. With the number of crafters…

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Stocking Up? Use These Storage Tips to Keep Organized

Home Storage 101: Tips for Better Storage

By Aly Yale / August 31, 2022
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Whether you’re just an avid Costco shopper or you’re prepping for a national emergency, you can bet you’ll need to stock up at some point or another. And while those supplies may help ready you for what’s to come, they…

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6 Backyard Camping Ideas for the Whole Family

6 Backyard Camping Ideas for the Whole Family

By Aly Yale / August 10, 2022
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Camping can be a great way to bond with the family — away from the screens and the business of everyday life. But it’s also kind of a hassle. You have to vet campsites, pack food, load up the car,…

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Tips For New Gardeners

6 Tips for New Gardeners

By Embrace Home Loans Staff / July 20, 2022
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Spring is here and that means it’s time to plant a garden. If you love the idea of gardening, but aren’t sure where to start, you’re in luck. We have six tips for new gardeners that will help you get…

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Outdoor Projects You Can Do With The Equity In Your Home

7 outdoor projects you can do with the equity in your house

By Aly Yale / June 17, 2022
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Homeowners have a lot of equity these days. In fact, according to property data firm CoreLogic, the typical homeowner gained over $55,000 in equity just last year.  That’s $55,000 you can use to pay off debts, cover unexpected bills, or,…

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Refinishing Furniture: A Guide for Beginners

Refinishing Furniture: A Guide for Beginners

By Embrace Home Loans Staff / May 18, 2022
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Refinishing furniture can be a great way to give old furniture new life and spruce up your property at the same time. In times of delayed supplies, choosing to take the refinishing approach instead of buying a brand new item…

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How to Pay for Home Improvements

How to Pay for Home Improvements

By Aly Yale / April 20, 2022
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It’s usually best to use cash or savings when paying for home improvements — as long as it wouldn’t drain your emergency fund dry. Unfortunately, this isn’t always possible, and to cover those repairs or updates, you might need to…

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10 Ways to Spruce Up Your Spring Curb Appeal 

10 Ways to Spruce Up Your Spring Curb Appeal 

By Aly Yale / April 8, 2022
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Winter can often leave our homes (not to mention our entire curb appeal) looking a little drab. Fortunately, spring is finally here. The weather’s warming up, the flowers are blooming, and the sun is starting to shine again. It’s the…

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5 Home Design Trends to Look Out for in 2022

5 Home Design Trends to Look Out for in 2022

By Embrace Home Loans Staff / March 16, 2022
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Like everything else, home design trends come and go. Every year, Pinterest releases its Pinterest Predicts, which is a report that highlights the hottest trends for the coming year. This year, we decided to take a look at home design…

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