Linda Martin's Blog

Posted on 02/25/2024
How to Grow Polka Dot Plants
If you want a pet-safe houseplant to add color to your indoor space, consider the polka dot plant. As the name suggests, the polka dot plant has delicately speckled leaves in high-contrast combinations of colors. You can find them in pink, red and white, and their compact growth habit makes them easy to plant several colors together in...
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Posted on 02/18/2024
Affordable Home Improvement Projects to Try Now
Updating the look of your home doesn’t have to cost a fortune. With some effort and the right tools, you can change your home while staying on budget. If you’re interested in some easy home improvement projects that won’t break the bank, here are some suggestions to inspire you: Limewash Your Walls Limewash is an ancient technique for...
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Posted on 02/11/2024
3 Upcycled Room Dividers to Try
You can add style and charm to any room while also providing useful functionality. One excellent way to accomplish this is by dividing a larger space in creative ways. If you've been thinking about ways to divide a room without costly materials and renovations, here are some clever ideas for upcycled room dividers. Salvaged Window Divider Hanging a...
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Posted on 02/04/2024
Low ceiling duct options: Slim ductwork & more"
If you have a room with a low ceiling, such as a basement,...
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Posted on 01/28/2024
Here are the major VA loan benefits for veterans with disabilities
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers many financial benefits for veterans wanting to purchase a home. There are even more specific benefits for veterans with qualifying disabilities. These options are important to know if you are interested in financing help to buy your dream home. Here is the most important information to know: Special housing grants A...
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Posted on 01/21/2024
5 Design Trends That Are Dating Your Kitchen
Unfortunately, some trends do not keep their appeal long-term. If you’re designing your kitchen based on popular past trends, you might find yourself stuck with a dated aesthetic years later. Sometimes, dated kitchen features can even work against you when selling your home. If you’re putting your house on the market and considering some kitchen updates, here are...
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Posted on 01/14/2024
What to Do Before You Buy a Fixer-Upper
When choosing a home, many potential buyers opt for a fixer-upper. Fixer-uppers can be fulfilling projects and potentially save money compared to buying a move-in ready home. However, it can also be an incredible amount of work that requires ample preparation. If you’re thinking of going for a fixer-upper, here are the most important things to do first:...
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Posted on 01/07/2024
Homeowners insurance requirements for veterans: Key info to know
While VA loans come with numerous benefits, they share many of the same requirements as conventional loans. For veterans seeking a VA loan to purchase a home, it's often required to purchase a homeowners insurance policy. Here is the basic info about homeowners insurance requirements: Is homeowners insurance required for a VA loan? Just like most conventional mortgages,...
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Posted on 12/31/2023
Art deco interiors: How to master art deco design
Art deco interior design has been around for over 100 years and is still popular among designers today. If you're wanting to bring some of this classic and always-trendy style into your own home, there are some key elements you can use in any room. Here are some tips and ideas for bringing art deco into your own...
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Posted on 12/24/2023
Electrical wiring safety tips: When to call a professional
While many homeowners would prefer to either ignore or...
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Posted on 01/26/2024
5209 Wyndemere Circle, Mineral, VA 23117 now has a new price of $379,900!
A year-round Lake Anna home awaits, formerly a weekender's home! All told approx. 2400+ s.f. finished, the front porch entry level is above grade. Most of the "lower level" is on grade with full-sized windows in 2 more bedrooms and a full bath. It's nestled on about an acre, forested, and just up the street from East Wynde Park where you'll picnic and launch or dock your boat! Imagine living so close to water & secured POA park areas (Slips for rent, as available.) You will appreciate this generous open floorplan with plenty of room for that big sectional you've wanted for the big TV & great dining space. The island kitchen...
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