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We love design, and sometimes there's nothing - not even a totalitarian landlord - that will stand in the way of us swapping out all the contractor-grade light fixtures in our home. That said, when it comes to decorating a rental, there are some things we can be sensible about. Here are five home decor items renters should avoid, and a few stylish alternatives, since there's always another way ...

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So much of the attention is on sellers, but if you are in the market for a home, there are some things you can do to make the journey easier. In the March issue of Consumer Reports magazine, a survey of real estate agents revealed the mistakes some home buyers are making. One of the big ones is not taking the time to find the right real estate agent. The wrong person, it seems, can cost you money.

Here are a few other costly mistakes home buyers are ...

Plantation shutters are one of the best window treatment options available in Australia. There is a growing trend of people opting for these for their windows and doors.

What are the factors you look for while evaluating the window covering options? Is it the looks or is it the utility that matters to you?

Here are a few reasons you would love to buy these for your windows:

Protection from the external elements
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Downsizing often seems like something of a loss and most homeowners find it quite difficult. The emotional connection many have with their homes means that they will not want to leave all those happy memories behind and move to somewhere smaller.

However, this is not the way to look at it and downsizing can really help you and open up all sorts of new opportunities and change your life for the better in many ways. Big homes can often cause all sorts of ...

Almost like clockwork at the start of each year, top paint manufacturers debut their new color schemes and trot out their "it" colors. Coral Reef, Springtime Dew, Guildford Green, Pink Ground; so tempting - and sure to perk up a home, especially in the winter doldrums.

Conventional wisdom says paint is the easiest, least expensive quick-change artist in a homeowner's tool box. Problem is, as with much conventional wisdom, it's not quite so ...

Having a great garden is part of the appearance of a home, but knowing exactly what to plant can be somewhat difficult at times. Choosing the right type of flower and plant to have in your yard and garden is what will give your home its overall personality to your family and visitors. Here is a list of plants that you should avoid placing on your property in order to keep it healthy and looking good.

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