When you go away on vacation, the last thing you want to do is worry about dealing with a break-in or property damage when you come back. Fortunately, there are several ways you can protect your home from break-ins, fires, floods and other dangers when you're away. The following tips can help you keep your home as safe...

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Homeowners sometimes visualize a chimney fire as an event that involves flames shooting out of the top like a flare. While that type certainly happens too often, slow-burning chimney fires tend to go undetected and place unsuspecting household members in harm's way. The good news for homeowners with fireplaces is reducing the risk of a chimney fire ranks...

Landslides are caused by soil erosion and heavy rainfall. If your property has any slopes, it's important to check for signs of erosion so you can avoid the risk of causing a landslide. Here are three ways you can prevent erosion damage and landslides in your own yard: Plant Densely An abundance of deep-rooted vegetation is the best...

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Your home's pipes, toilets and other plumbing fixtures can develop leaks or other problems over time. Even minor plumbing problems can end up leading to serious water damage if they're not found early enough. Taking steps to keep your plumbing in good shape can help lower the risk of dealing with major plumbing issues. Performing the following preventive...

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This exceptional ca. 1750 antique farmhouse is an idyllic homestead filled with charm, vintage character, thoughtful updates, and is beautifully situated in a tranquil setting on 3.65 pastoral acres. Exposed hand-hewn post and beams, original wide-plank flooring, native stone fireplaces and a large, welcoming front porch grace the original structure. An extensive 1996 remodel introduced raised, vaulted ceilings, skylights, complementary beams, a chic custom chef’s Kitchen, renovated baths, newer windows with panoramic views of the serene woodlands, and a detached two-car garage with a finished studio loft above. And there’s more! …A fabulous...

Impeccably designed for the sophisticated owner, this enchanting country estate is a serenely private retreat on 40.95 acres. The exquisite manor home offers contemporary flair and stunning natural beauty in nearly 10,000 square feet: luxurious first-floor master suite, chef’s kitchen with commercial-grade appliances, 6 upper-level bedrooms surrounding a central family room and gym, lower-level entertaining area plus attached cabana with shower/changing room as well as 3-car attached garage and detached 2-car garage with loft apartment. Outdoor living is sublime with in-ground pool, double-sided stone fireplace, built-in outdoor barbeque...

The Luxury Townhome Lifestyle - Live the Good Life! Enjoy the outstanding advantages and amenities of the sought-after Rivington condominium community. This exemplary end unit in “The Hills” neighborhood represents the ultimate in turnkey luxury and comfort. Dramatic high ceilings; a bright airy interior bathed in soft, natural light; gleaming hardwood flooring, and an ideal living and entertaining flow are the hallmarks of this fabulous home. Approx. 3500 square feet of sophisticated, comfortable living space includes the chic, cherry and granite center-island chef’s Kitchen that is open to the Family Room with access to/from a large,...

Showcasing a harmonious blend of natural elements, cozy comforts and simple pleasures, this idyllic Country Cottage is a tranquil, nature lover’s retreat nestled into 4.75 secluded acres of woods, gardens, stone walls, and mature landscape abutting acres of protected watershed forest. The home shines with vintage character and charming details like exposed beams, the original Great Room with its massive floor-to-ceiling native stone fireplace and soaring ceiling, a chalet-style interior balcony, window seats and a delightful screened-in porch. The many special features include the country-chic Kitchen (2020) with new SS LG and Frigidaire...