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Patch's House & Home
Do You “Pre-Cycle”?
“Waste not, want not,” our elders used to tell us, and as it turns out, they were right. By reducing the amount of waste we generate and reusing or recycling what we no longer need, we s...
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Holiday Guide
Photos: The Best Holiday Lights in Tampa Bay
We asked, and Patch readers answered: Seven Florida homes have been honored as town winners in Patch's Deck The House holiday lights contest. The winning entries came from Patch read...
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Government
Open House for Affordable Apartments Slated This Week
Stephanie Johnson is the person to thank for the new mail drop. She is also to thank for assigned parking spaces and a string of open houses meant to fill four vacancies at Fairway G...
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Opinion
Five Things to Maintain Your Home's Exterior
Even the most meticulous housekeepers often overlook the exterior. Experts suggest five things to maintain the condition of your home. It really isn't a daunting list, but homeowners shou...
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Opinion
House Hunt: Here are Five Reasons to Own a Home!
When you think of owning a home, does weekends in the yard and constant home repairs come to mind? Perhaps that is why you shy away from purchasing a home all these years? Well, it is tim...
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Patch's House & Home
Know Your Neighborhood Before You Buy
Buying a home is a big decision. Choosing the right neighborhood for your family is just as important as the style and size of the home. Here are a few things to consider when house hunti...
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Opinion
That Home Inspection Is Worth the Cost
Almost any residential real estate transaction is going to come with a recommended home inspection. It may or may not include checking for termites. Although lending institutions onl...
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Opinion
Financial Hardship May Qualify You for Reduced Home Payment
Last week we talked about the Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure option for struggling homeowners. Well, before you turn in your keys to the bank, consider a loan modifcation. Homeowners ba...