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Taking the Intimidation Out of the Home-Buying Process

Editor’s Note: The following content is a paid advertorial. The home-buying process can be intimidating with all of the moving parts involved. To help ease the stress, it’s important to find experts with experience and a wealth of knowledge to help you get started on your journey. Whether you need a construction loan or a […]

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How to Increase Curb Appeal

Editor’s Note: The following content is a paid advertisement.  It can be tough to know where to start when looking to improve the curb appeal of your home. But Hatton Vermeer Sales can help provide the guidance and products needed to make the process much smoother. There are lots of small things that can be done […]

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What do I do if My HVAC Goes Out?

Editor’s Note: The following content is a paid advertorial. The heating, ventilation and air conditioning unit in your home is responsible for controlling the temperature, humidity and purity of the air. So, if it goes out, it seems pretty natural to panic first. But there are steps you can take to help. The first thing to […]

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Looking for Landscape Equipment?

Editor’s Note: The following content is a paid advertorial. Looking for landscape equipment can be a daunting task, especially for beginners. How do you know what to choose? What if it’s the wrong equipment for your needs? Depending on what task you are trying to complete, you will need a different piece of equipment. For lawn […]

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Preparing Your Landscape Beds for Spring

Editor’s Note: The following content is a paid advertorial. Start in spring to prepare your landscape for a fantastic growing season. Here are three tips to help you reach spring perfection: DIVIDE AND TRANSPLANT PERENNIALS. Spring is the perfect time to divide some of those overgrown perennials. Hosta, Daylily, Yarrow, Black-Eyed Susan, and Coreopsis are just […]

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Why Buy New?

Editor’s Note: The following content is a paid advertorial. When it comes to purchasing a home, there are a variety of reasons to build a new home instead of buying an existing home, from customization options to energy efficiency. Here are five great reasons to build new: CUSTOMIZATION. The most appealing part about building your own home is […]

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Save Your Ash Trees

Editor’s Note: The following content is a paid advertorial. The emerald ash borer is devastating ash trees in Columbia and across the nation. These small green beetles, native to Asia and first discovered in the United States in 2002, are rarely seen and will kill over 99% of all ash trees. They emerge in late […]

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Use Color to Bring Joy into Your Home

Editor’s Note: The following content is a paid advertorial. The colors used in your home help define the space, making it the place that’s perfect for you. When it comes to consumer purchasing, more than 90% of all decisions are based on color. It’s held in memory more than design or word- ing and is […]