Northern Poconos Real Estate News
When you’re relaxing on a lounge chair on your patio, deck, or lawn, it’s likely your pet isn’t far behind. At the same time, it’s important to keep in mind the type of environment your backyard provides them and to be cautious about the plants, decorations, and other items they have access to.
Pet-friendly planting
There are a number of plants that can be harmful to both dogs and cats if consumed. Be mindful of the flowers and shrubs that are in your garden, and consider fencing in areas yo...
When it comes to major home remodeling, there is more involved than money. Your home is more than your largest investment—it’s where you and your family live. If you love your neighborhood, your school district and your commute, and you plan to stay for many years, then remodeling to improve your family’s daily life makes sense.
But unless you plan to stay for the long haul, it pays to know which renovations will add the most resale value when you sell. From the 2018 Cost vs. Value Report pu...
Is your cat scratching the furniture, the rug, or your wooden floors? It’s only in his nature, but his urge to scratch still doesn’t bode well for your interior space. This DIY scratch post will solve this frustrating feline problem, giving him something to paw at that’s not yours.
Materials
- Tall ceramic vase, sturdy
- Sisal rope
- Glue gun
- Rocks
- Decorative branches or flowers (optional)
Directions:
Starting at the base of the vase, wrap the rope around the vase and se...
Local student roboticists claimed a first-place blue banner in the recent First Robotics Competition (FRC) District Championship held at Bridgewater-Raritan High School in Bridgewater, New Jersey on March 15-17.
COUNTY—Local student roboticists claimed a first-place blue banner in the recent First Robotics Competition (FRC) District Championship held at Bridgewater-Raritan High School in Bridgewater, New Jersey on March 15-17.
FRC Team 4285, known as the Camo-bots, is comprised of middle and...
A lot of homeowners are convinced that if they’re willing to put in a little more effort on their own, they’ll end up turning a bigger profit when selling their home. While there are some rare examples where this may be true, the vast majority of evidence suggests otherwise. In most cases, people who sell their own home end up working way too hard and end up with less in their pocket than they would have by getting some help from a REALTOR®.
Take the road more traveled by
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Many lenders pre-qualify or pre-approve mortgage applicants, which can help considerably in the buying process. While the terms are often used interchangeably, there are some important differences to note.
In general, pre-qualification is considered an initial step in which the applicant provides information on income, assets and debts. The lender may or may not require documentation.
Pre-approval is considered the next step and requires documentation and a credit check. A hard credit inquir...
Owning a pet is no small task. It’s a commitment of your time, energy, and patience, but the welcoming tail wags and happy licks are well worth it. Here’s what you need to do to make sure you’re ready for your new pet and that they are ready for you, too.
Time
The first step before deciding to purchase or adopt a new pet is to ask yourself if your current lifestyle allows you time to walk, exercise, and otherwise care for this new responsibility. Young animals, especially, require an ext...
