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6 Tips for Making an Accent Wall
If you've been looking at Augusta homes for sale and planning on decorating them your way, you might be seeing the walls as that perfect canvas for the accent wall you've always wanted. But if you're getting ready to sell, our real estate agents will caution you to make sure you're staging your home correctly.
An accent wall makes a beautiful addition to any home. Here are a few tips to help guide you, whether you are buying or selling.
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Seafood in Maine: What's in Season?
Maine is famous for seafood! If you've been looking at Augusta homes for sale, you'll want to know more about the local seafood culture.
While the "seafood season" goes year-round here, it peaks in late summer. This is when both hard-shell and soft-sell lobsters (also called "shedders") are readily available.
There are still many reasons to order up a plate of local seafood, especially with National Shrimp Day coming up on May 9th.
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5 Benefits of Starting a Compost Pile
If you've spent a lot of time exploring Augusta homes for sale and finally found your dream home, you're likely to find that you need to breathe new life into your garden and landscaping. Starting a compost pile is a great way to repurpose kitchen scraps and other organic materials into a product that contains a full spectrum of essential plant nutrients.
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Earth Day: About Trees Found in the Kennebec Valley
Maine's Kennebec Valley is home to some of the most beautiful, pristine forests in the Northeast. It's truly a spectacular place to call home, and our real estate agents enjoy every moment they get to spend here in the great outdoors. And with Earth Day coming right up on April 22, we can't wait to get out and explore nature's wonders.
More than 80% of Maine is forested. If you're new to the area, the sheer variety of plant and animal life can be almost shocking. We thought we'd help out by introducing you to some of the most common trees you'll see near these Augusta homes for sale!
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Declutter and Organize Your Kitchen With This Guide
If the kitchen is the heart of the home, it needs to be clean and organized for the entire home to function well.
Considering that all family members utilize the kitchen throughout the day, it's easy to understand how it can accumulate a lot of clutter. Taking the time to declutter will make it easy to maintain a clean, organized kitchen. Whether you're a talented home chef or mostly use your kitchen for heating up leftovers, follow these tips for an organized kitchen.