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Patch's House & Home
When You Need to Paint the House (Sponsored)
It’s that time of year again and you’re outside, enjoying your yard. Then you start nosing around—maybe you’re inspecting your plants, or reviewing the condition of your lawn or s...
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History
Enchanting Emerald
May’s birthstone, emerald, has been valued since ancient times for its rarity and vivid green color. The earliest emeralds are believed to come from Egypt and can be traced back at least ...
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Government
PMI to Increase on FHA Loans
Many homeowners - and potential homeowners - are unaware that the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has made some changes to the fees charged for monthly Private Mortgage Insurance (PM...
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Patch's House & Home
Termite Protection
Have you ever heard the term “its termite season again”? This phrase was coined by pest control companies because termite activity is at its peak from early spring into late summer....
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News
Pet Food Can Make Dogs, Cats – and Humans – Sick
Not only can your pets be affected by Salmonella from dry pet food being recalled by Natara Pet Products. Humans also are at risk from handling contaminated pet products, especially if th...