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HouseLogic.com is a go-to resource for homeowners seeking clever ways to enhance, maintain, and enjoy their living spaces. It caters to buyers looking for their ideal home and sellers preparing for their next adventure. Whether you’re just starting out or well along in your home ownership journey, HouseLogic offers valuable information on a variety of subjects, including home upgrades (which can help increase your equity!), smart strategies to cut down on home costs, advice for house hunting, and effective tips for getting your home ready to sell quickly.

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What Homeowners Should Know About Flood Insurance

6 days ago | houselogic.com | Melissa Tracey

Just one inch of water in a home can cause up to $25,000 in damages, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. If you’re assuming homeowners insurance will pick up the tab, you may be in for a surprise. Payment for that costly clean-up bill may end up coming out of your wallet. Many homeowners have learned the hard way that standard homeowner, condo, and renter’s insurance policies don’t cover flood damage.
Preventing Electrical Fires: Risks You Shouldn't Ignore

1 week ago | houselogic.com | Melissa Tracey

The average household needs a lot of electricity to power up. One little spark in the wrong direction could spell disaster. Each year, electrical fires cause nearly 500 deaths, nearly 1,400 injuries, and $1.3 billion in home damage, according to the Electrical Safety Foundation International. Constant dimming or flickering lights, unusual sizzling or buzzing sounds, or repeatedly tripping circuit breakers are telltale signs of an electrical problem. But some electrical problems are less evident.
Switch on Home Lighting Ideas to Upgrade Your Home — and Life

1 week ago | houselogic.com | Melissa Tracey

Lighting has become a secret weapon in upgrading a space, elevating your home’s style and functionality, and even your mood. Whether it’s that attention-getting chandelier or a smart LED that automatically adjusts, designers are sending a clear message: Use some new indoor lighting ideas to transform your space and even your life. Cari McGee, managing broker at RE/MAX Northwest in Kennewick, Wash., says she always pays attention to lighting when working with clients to sell their homes.
Budget-Friendly Home Remodeling Projects That Can Boost a Home’s Resale Value

2 weeks ago | houselogic.com | Melissa Tracey

More homeowners are tackling remodeling projects, but are they choosing the projects that could increase a home’s resale value on top of adding enjoyment? The latest remodeling surveys show you may not need to overhaul your kitchen or invest in a top-notch bathroom renovation to make the biggest impact. Even simple projects — like swapping out a front door — can offer strong returns at resale.
What Homeowners Should Know About Wildfire Safety

2 weeks ago | houselogic.com | Stacey Freed

Photos of a few homes still upright amid the Los Angeles wildfire are still making the social media rounds. Take the home of Michael Kovac and Dr. Karina Maher, which withstood the Palisades fire. Kovac, an architect, told reporters that when he and his wife designed the house in 2010, they “were acutely aware that at some point in the house’s life there would be a serious fire, nearby at the very least.
Co-Ownership Housing: An Affordable Option for First-Time Buyers

3 weeks ago | houselogic.com | Stacey Freed

Nathan Fiorini and Amber King have been best friends for 10 years. “Even our dogs are friends,” Fiorini says. Both moved from Arizona to Seattle for job opportunities in 2017. They shared a rental until 2021, when both were ready for a change. King wanted to buy a house. Fiorini says he couldn’t afford that and was looking to rent, “but we really didn’t want to break up our household.” Neither could have afforded a home in Seattle on their own, so they decided to pool their resources.
Kitchen Lighting Design Guidelines

1 month ago | houselogic.com | Lisa Kaplan Gordon

Used to be, when it came to kitchen lighting, builders simply slapped up a fluorescent ceiling fixture and considered the job done. Now that we're using LED lights, that's a good start, but you also need to create layers of light to make your kitchen feel warm and welcoming while also providing functional task lighting. The best way to do that is to use different types of lights.
Cleaning Hardwood Floors to Protect Your Investment

1 month ago | houselogic.com | Melissa Tracey

Many homeowners admit they have no clue about cleaning hardwood floors, according to surveys from the National Wood Flooring Association. But what you don’t know about hardwood floor cleaning and care could be hurting your flooring — and maybe even your home’s value.
How Much House Can I Afford?

1 month ago | houselogic.com | Stacey Freed

Curling up on the couch with your laptop and looking through home listings can be fun. But when you’re serious about purchasing your first home, things can get complicated. That cute 1,300-square-foot Cape Cod is listed at $320,000, and across town there’s a four-bedroom Colonial with an asking price of $625,000. You like them both but wonder, how much house can I afford?
Do You Need a Home Generator?

1 month ago | houselogic.com | Jeffrey Steele

Power outages can deliver uncertainty and financial fallout for homeowners who are unprepared. With power outages on the rise, that potential is increasing. The North American Electric Reliability Corp. expects homeowners in wide swaths of the U.S. to be susceptible to power outages this year. During the coming colder months, floods, blizzards, ice storms, and more could cause power outages. But homeowners can find protection in home generators.