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What the Facts Say About Homeschooling

Interest in homeschooling as an educational option is on the rise for families around the globe. The educational landscape has shifted as more parents seek alternative methods to traditional schooling. Some families find the current learning model isn’t working for their children, or they have concerns about the quality of education near them. As homeschool […]

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How to make your home safe for kids

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How to Make Your Home Safe For Kids

Home child-proofing measures significantly reduce the likelihood of home accidents, creating a sanctuary where your child’s curiosity can bloom safely. It’s a proactive approach to creating spaces where your family can grow and thrive without constant fear of potential hazards.

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Innovators Building Stronger Homes for Climate Change

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Innovators Building Stronger Homes For Climate Change

Extreme weather events cost the US $81 billion in property losses and damages during 2023. Among them was Tropical Storm Hilary, the first tropical storm to hit southern California in over eight decades, dropping record-breaking rainfall. On the East Coast, Hurricane Idalia caused $3.6 billion in damage in hurricane-prone Florida despite coming ashore in a […]

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Flood Zones What You Need To Know

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Flood Zones: What You Need to Know

We’ve all seen the images on television: homes with water up to the windowsills or, even worse, the roof. After a significant weather event or during the spring snow melt, it’s not unexpected to see flood waters inside homes near the coast and rivers. But 41 million Americans live inside a designated flood zone and […]

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How to Reverse Aging-in-Place Home Upgrades

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How To Reverse Aging-in-Place Home Upgrades

America is an aging nation. Thanks to medical advances and a higher quality of life, baby boomers (born between 1946 and 1964) live longer. As of 2022, 73 million of our 331.9 million Americans were of this generation. With that, the number of households with at least one person over 55 has also increased, now […]

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Protecting your home from the effects of climate change and coastal erosion

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Protecting Your Home from the Effects of Climate Change and Coastal Erosion

Coastal erosion is a natural process where the sea washes away land at the shoreline. Climate change is accelerating erosion as waters rise, and anyone near a tidal waterfront should be concerned. Homeowners in high-risk areas must know how climate change affects their properties. Lean into learning about the causes and effects of coastal erosion […]

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What to know about molds in your home.

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What to Know About Mold In Your Home

Mold is a common problem that can affect any home, regardless of age or location. While mold is always present in our environment, it’s only when it grows out of control that it becomes a concern. An active growth can seriously affect your property and your family’s health. Learn about how mold affects your living […]

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Radon Home Inspection: Do you need it?

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Do You Need a Radon Home Inspection?

Radon is a radioactive gas naturally found in the soil and rock beneath our homes. Its colorless, odorless, and tasteless properties make it difficult to detect without proper testing. However, radon can negatively affect our health if we are exposed to high levels for extended periods. This is why homeowners need to understand the potential […]

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A fallen tree on a house during a storm illustrates the importance of making homes hurricane resilient. The image includes text: "How to Make a Home Hurricane Resilient" alongside the ez logo, essential advice for real estate owners and those responsible for properties in storm-prone areas.

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How to Make a Home Hurricane Resilient

Living near the coast comes with a price; in the South, that’s often in the form of a hurricane. These storms seem to get stronger each year, causing billions of dollars worth of damage across its path of destruction. Some coastal-facing states have seen some of the most significant increases in population in the past […]

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Hurricane home damage risk

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Is Your Home at Risk for Hurricane Damage?

If you don’t have to worry about wind damage where you live, count yourself lucky. Over 32 million homes are at risk from hurricane wind damage, according to a recent report from CoreLogic. The reason? Many homes across the Gulf Coast and Atlantic seaboard may be well insured for flood damage, but wind damage can […]

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