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document.write('<p class="rss_title"><a class="rss_title" href="http://olympiancares.com/inspection-library-new-york-brooklyn-staten-island-queens-nassau-county-long-island-bronx-manhattan-yonkers-westchester.htm" target="_self">Tips and Advice for Real Estate Buying, Selling and Home Improvements</a></p>');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/home-renovations.htm" title="Home renovations can be a great way to realize the full potential of your home. Renovations can help you add on, extend, and remodel your home into the place you have always dreamed it could be. Renovations can also require time, money, and sometimes caus..." target="_self">Home  Renovations</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 30, 2009 08:00:18 am</span><br />');
document.write('Home renovations can be a great way to realize the full potential of your home. Renovations can help you add on, extend, and remodel your home into the place you have always dreamed it could be. Renovations can also require time, money, and sometimes cause a lot of stress. There are two ways you can do home renovations, the do it yourself way or hiring a contractor to oversee workers who will do the job. With extensive renovations it is usually better to hire a contractor, who can ensure that the work is done up to the standards of the building codes. Many people avoid doing large and complex renovations on their own for many reasons, and the most common one is, time. Doing renovations by yourself, can take a large amount of time, depending on the specific renovations');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/organize-your-storage-space.htm" title="Everyone is constantly in search of more storage space in their home. Even the most organized and tidy home has items hidden away in closets or hidden under the table. After you have identified what you need to store and where you want to store it, you ne..." target="_self">Organize Your Storage Space</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 29, 2009 08:58:36 am</span><br />');
document.write('Everyone is constantly in search of more storage space in their home. Even the most organized and tidy home has items hidden away in closets or hidden under the table. After you have identified what you need to store and where you want to store it, you need to create a plan to keep the items organized, yet easy to find. Many people fall into a trap of storing all their items in large boxes. You can label these boxes and store similar items together, but are you able to find the one item you are looking for quickly and without disturbing');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/home-inspection-first-item-on-your-list-of-things-to-do.htm" title="As you begin the process of buying or renting a home, the first thing on your list of things to do should be to have a home inspection. Many people do not realize that by having a home inspection, it will relieve them of a lot of financial troubles that m..." target="_self">Home Inspection:  First Item on Your List of Things To Do</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 28, 2009 06:45:51 am</span><br />');
document.write('As you begin the process of buying or renting a home, the first thing on your list of things to do should be to have a home inspection. Many people do not realize that by having a home inspection, it will relieve them of a lot of financial troubles that may arise in a home in the future or shortly after moving in. A home inspection is when someone comes and evaluates a property and determines most of the significant things that maybe wrong the property. So how important is a home inspection to you? If you want to know whether the roof of your new dream home will cave in');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/home-sellers-tips.htm" title="It\'s common knowledge that selling a home or any piece of real estate is the biggest single financial transaction that you will make in the course of your lifetime. It\'s not a decision to be taken lightly or to be rushed into; you will need to make a se..." target="_self">Home Sellers Tips</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 27, 2009 07:53:53 am</span><br />');
document.write('It\'s common knowledge that selling a home or any piece of real estate is the biggest single financial transaction that you will make in the course of your lifetime. It\'s not a decision to be taken lightly or to be rushed into; you will need to make a series of carefully thought-out decisions that will result in a careful and accurate assessment of the condition of the property and what you need to do to sell it.  Of course there are many books written on the subject of what you should be looking for, but there\'s a general consensus about the kind of questions that you should ask yourself');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/remedies-for-termites.htm" title="Termites are one of the oldest living insects in existence today. Colonies of termites include a reproductive pair that can live for 70 years or more. Termites survive in airtight nests and high humidity. The first step to protect your home is to keep all..." target="_self">Remedies For Termites</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 26, 2009 08:52:27 am</span><br />');
document.write('Termites are one of the oldest living insects in existence today. Colonies of termites include a reproductive pair that can live for 70 years or more. Termites survive in airtight nests and high humidity. The first step to protect your home is to keep all moisture and standing water away from your foundation, but what can you do when you discover that termites are moving into your home? Usually by the time termites have been discovered, the infestation will be large and you\'ll need to call in a termite professional. Having a professional team');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/a-resale-home-might-be-right-for-you.htm" title="If the look of a brand new home in a newer subdivision doesn\'t agree with you, or if you don\'t want to go through the hassle of dealing with a new home builder and the nightmare of construction delays and laborer\'s strikes you so often read about in th..." target="_self">A Resale Home Might Be Right For You</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 25, 2009 07:50:27 am</span><br />');
document.write('If the look of a brand new home in a newer subdivision doesn\'t agree with you, or if you don\'t want to go through the hassle of dealing with a new home builder and the nightmare of construction delays and laborer\'s strikes you so often read about in the real estate news section, buying a resale home might be the right move for you. Some positive features include: Older homes have individual features that lend character to the property; rarely will you find two older homes that look exactly alike the way you do in a new');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/in-the-market-for-new-interior-doors.htm" title="Interior doors are an important part of your home. Even the cleanest home can look rundown if the interior doors are splintered and old. On the same note, getting new interior doors are a great way of giving a room an uplift of life without having to do t..." target="_self">In The Market for New Interior Doors</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 24, 2009 08:48:41 am</span><br />');
document.write('Interior doors are an important part of your home. Even the cleanest home can look rundown if the interior doors are splintered and old. On the same note, getting new interior doors are a great way of giving a room an uplift of life without having to do too much of the work yourself. There are several types of interior doors, and many are about both style and function. Panel doors are very common; they have patterns on both sides, usually rectangles, or oblong panels. The patterns vary depending on personal choice, as does color. Flush doors are smooth');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/plumbing-in-your-home-and-moisture.htm" title="One of the first things that any new homeowner needs to learn, is the fact that water is the enemy, or at least unwanted moisture is the enemy. To control all water related problems you must first eliminate all the sources of unwanted moisture in your hom..." target="_self">Plumbing in Your Home and Moisture</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 23, 2009 06:47:14 am</span><br />');
document.write('One of the first things that any new homeowner needs to learn, is the fact that water is the enemy, or at least unwanted moisture is the enemy. To control all water related problems you must first eliminate all the sources of unwanted moisture in your home. There are several common plumbing problems that you\'ll want to look at, including leaky faucets and water pumps as well as hot and cold water pipes. As these pipes generally run to and from the appliances that use hot and cold water in your home, it\'s best to keep them in the best working order possible so that you can lead the green lifestyle and prevent problems down the road');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/roof-gutters-care-and-maintenance.htm" title="Proper care and maintenance of your roof\'s gutters will maintain the life of your roof. A roof is a valuable investment in the protection of your home. A roof protects the wooden structure of your house by preventing water damage caused by leaks. Water d..." target="_self">Roof Gutters: Care and Maintenance</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 22, 2009 09:05:58 am</span><br />');
document.write('Proper care and maintenance of your roof\'s gutters will maintain the life of your roof. A roof is a valuable investment in the protection of your home. A roof protects the wooden structure of your house by preventing water damage caused by leaks. Water damage can seriously damage a house by leading to wood rot, crumbling drywall, and mold growth. Clean gutters regularly to avoid the accumulation of excessive leaves and debris. Obstructed gutters will cause damage to your roof. Care and maintenance of roof gutters can be a messy job, but a simple one if done regularly. You can clean and care for your roof gutters in three quick and easy steps');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/selecting-the-proper-site-for-a-new-construction.htm" title="Before you even break that first bit of ground, you\'ll need to choose the appropriate site for your new home. Although you may have your own wish list of the things that you think you\'ll want and need to have that perfect location, it\'s usually a good ..." target="_self">Selecting The Proper Site For A New Construction</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 21, 2009 07:40:04 am</span><br />');
document.write('Before you even break that first bit of ground, you\'ll need to choose the appropriate site for your new home. Although you may have your own wish list of the things that you think you\'ll want and need to have that perfect location, it\'s usually a good idea to get an architect to help you out so that the choice you make is practical as well as endearing. There is a long standing historical precedent for going to great lengths to select the right place to build your home, as looking at the practices of ancient Rome can attest to. Back in those times');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/painting-tips-for-your-home.htm" title="Painting your home, increases its value, helps protect from potential lead paint poisoning, and makes you feel good at the same time. By painting your old countertop, you give the room a new look without dishing out the money for a new counter, and it is ..." target="_self">Painting Tips For Your Home</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 20, 2009 08:37:59 am</span><br />');
document.write('Painting your home, increases its value, helps protect from potential lead paint poisoning, and makes you feel good at the same time. By painting your old countertop, you give the room a new look without dishing out the money for a new counter, and it is one of the fastest, least expensive ways to change the look of an entire room. An option for sprucing up your doorknobs on a limited budget is to paint them. Know what\'s already on your walls and ceiling, acrylic latex paint is the modern paint of choice because it applies easier than oil-based paint, but don\'t assume your home is painted entirely with latex');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/patching-those-masonry-walls.htm" title="Most problems with brick or stone veneer develop at the mortar joints. The mortar can shrink causing the joint to open, and because it contains lime, the mortar can crumble. The freezing and thawing cycles that occur in colder climates, excess moisture, a..." target="_self">Patching Those Masonry Walls</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 19, 2009 06:35:17 am</span><br />');
document.write('Most problems with brick or stone veneer develop at the mortar joints. The mortar can shrink causing the joint to open, and because it contains lime, the mortar can crumble. The freezing and thawing cycles that occur in colder climates, excess moisture, and settling can break down the mortar.  To get the best watertight joints you\'ll have to remove that cracked and crumbling mortar and re-point the joints. This means you will need to fill them with new mortar. If the cracks in the foundation are only up to 1/4\" thick, they\'re not usually cause for concern');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/city-inspections-do-not-cover-defective-workmanship-or-installations.htm" title="Many people buy a home, either new or used, and they assume that a city inspection means that the home is free from defects concerning workmanship and installations, but this is simply not true. A city inspection may cover a lot of things, but these defec..." target="_self">City Inspections Do Not Cover Defective Workmanship or Installations</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 18, 2009 09:31:10 am</span><br />');
document.write('Many people buy a home, either new or used, and they assume that a city inspection means that the home is free from defects concerning workmanship and installations, but this is simply not true. A city inspection may cover a lot of things, but these defects are not included in the list. When the city does an inspection, they are looking at code regulations, and may not even notice cosmetic defects, or defects in the installations and workmanship that do not violate any city building codes. This can lead to an unpleasant surprise for any home buyer who does');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/radon-in-new-york.htm" title="Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is sometimes found in homes. It is colorless, odorless and otherwise undetectable except with special testing equipment, but its presence in your home can have dire health consequences.  We are all expos..." target="_self">Radon In New York</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 17, 2009 07:28:11 am</span><br />');
document.write('Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is sometimes found in homes. It is colorless, odorless and otherwise undetectable except with special testing equipment, but its presence in your home can have dire health consequences.  We are all exposed to a small amount of radon in our day-to-day lives; it is when elevated levels are present, problems arise. Radon is a byproduct of the breakdown of certain elements in the soil, and enters buildings from below ground through cracks or gaps in the foundation');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/finding-the-perfect-architect.htm" title="When you first set out to change your home, you may believe the project is easy.  Build a couple of walls here and tear down the wall over there.  However, before you start your remodeling project you should always consult an architect.  An architect will..." target="_self">Finding the Perfect Architect</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 16, 2009 06:26:33 am</span><br />');
document.write('When you first set out to change your home, you may believe the project is easy.  Build a couple of walls here and tear down the wall over there.  However, before you start your remodeling project you should always consult an architect.  An architect will review the current design of your home to make sure that no structural issues will arise from your remodeling project and create a plan for your proposed changes that incorporates the original architectural style of your home and makes it better. To get started you need to find an architect that has a design style you like. If you have a friend or relative in your area that recently completed a remodeling project that you like, ask them for the');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/common-staircases.htm" title="The stairs are often an afterthought for the renovator and the home buyer alike as they are not a room per say. However, when one considers how often one will be going up and down the stairs even in a single day, the importance of this component of the ho..." target="_self">Common Staircases</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 15, 2009 08:24:13 am</span><br />');
document.write('The stairs are often an afterthought for the renovator and the home buyer alike as they are not a room per say. However, when one considers how often one will be going up and down the stairs even in a single day, the importance of this component of the home becomes clear. When buying a home or planning a renovation, you should keep in mind the different types of staircase construction and their relative advantages and disadvantages. The most basic type of staircase is the straight flight without any winders or landings. The advantage of straight stairs is that they take up less space than spiral stairs and they are');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/cabinets-cupboards-and-counters.htm" title="The kitchen is usually the first place an interested home buyer visits when he or she comes to see a residence. Consequently, any investment in the look and function of the kitchen is an investment in the first impression the home will make on future buye..." target="_self">Cabinets, Cupboards, and Counters</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 13, 2009 07:22:41 am</span><br />');
document.write('The kitchen is usually the first place an interested home buyer visits when he or she comes to see a residence. Consequently, any investment in the look and function of the kitchen is an investment in the first impression the home will make on future buyers. In addition, an improvement in the function of the kitchen is an improvement in the living conditions of the home. The kitchen cabinets are perhaps the least expensive area of the kitchen that can be improved, but they are very important to the kitchen\'s function');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/upgrading-your-bathroom-fixtures.htm" title="Do you want to improve your bathroom without resorting to remodeling the entire space?  Are you looking for a great weekend project that could increase the value of your home?  Consider replacing your bathroom fixtures and you will improve your bathroom v..." target="_self">Upgrading Your Bathroom Fixtures</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 13, 2009 06:21:01 am</span><br />');
document.write('Do you want to improve your bathroom without resorting to remodeling the entire space?  Are you looking for a great weekend project that could increase the value of your home?  Consider replacing your bathroom fixtures and you will improve your bathroom very quickly and with very little cost.  You should replace your bathroom fixtures if the finish has become dull, the fixtures leak, or you simply want to upgrade and change the look of your bathroom. Start your upgrades by taking a trip to your local home improvement center or plumbing supply house to view the styles of fixtures available. If you have a specific design style in mind, you may want to take pictures of the faucets');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/efficiently-insulated-homes-save-money-on-heating-and-air-conditioning.htm" title="The heating and air conditioning system is one of the most significant factors to effect a residences internal living conditions. The value added to a house by an effective and efficient heating and cooling system is tremendous. But no matter how expensiv..." target="_self">Efficiently Insulated Homes Save Money on Heating and Air Conditioning</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 12, 2009 09:19:32 am</span><br />');
document.write('The heating and air conditioning system is one of the most significant factors to effect a residences internal living conditions. The value added to a house by an effective and efficient heating and cooling system is tremendous. But no matter how expensive or powerful a system may be, if the living space is not adequately sealed, the effect upon the internal temperature will be dulled and the household energy bills will go up. Before investing in a heating or air conditioning upgrade, it is important to ensure that you do not spend valuable money and energy heating or cooling the outdoors');
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document.write('<p class="rss_item"><a class="rss_item" href="http://www.olympiancares.com/myths-you-mustnt-believe-about-home-inspections.htm" title="There are a lot of false ideas going around about house inspections and the process and need for hiring home inspectors.  Believing these myths could in many cases cost you a lot of money. So in the interest of saving you as many headaches as much cash as..." target="_self">Myths You Mustn\'t Believe About Home Inspections</a><br />');
document.write('<span class="rss_date">posted on November 11, 2009 07:17:04 am</span><br />');
document.write('There are a lot of false ideas going around about house inspections and the process and need for hiring home inspectors.  Believing these myths could in many cases cost you a lot of money. So in the interest of saving you as many headaches as much cash as possible, here is the truth about some of these myths. The report from the inspector serves as a list of needed repairs that the seller must address. Truth: The seller has the option of using this list as a list of repairs, or alternatively as a tool for negotiating, to help move the');
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