There’s so much to love about Iowa, but summer temperatures can get hot... If you’ve ever turned up the air conditioning in your home, you know what it’s like to feel relief at the expense of your wallet....
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Did you know that rising lumber costs have “increased the price of a single-family home by over $7,000?” With hefty home prices continuing to rise, where does this leave you, the potential homebuyer? You want to take the smartest deal, but you also don’t want to sacrifice quality for a good price.
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The spring season is all about fresh beginnings and new life! Have you always wanted to grow your own garden, but never got around to it? Now’s the perfect time to bloom... You don’t need advanced experience to plant gorgeous flowers and tasty vegetables right near the comfort of your own Skogman home.
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There’s nothing like the soothing scent of springtime! Between fresh air and budding flowers, the outdoors are truly magical. What better way to make memories with your children than by spending time outside? In the warm weather, there are endless opportunities to have fun and inspire kids to fall in love with new hobbies. Check out our spring bucket list of ways to celebrate the new season with the whole family:
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It’s a bright summer day, and the sounds of children’s laughter is echoing through the neighborhood. There’s something comforting about having impromptu playdates just a short walk down the street. You enjoy watching the chalk masterpiece growing on the pavement of the cul-de-sac, and cheering on the neighboring game of pickup basketball. Imagine this is where your family calls home, and imagine this is the story of your summer...
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Springtime is all about making a fresh start, so as the flowers start blooming and the sun starts shining, it’s time to leave the gloomy winter days behind and freshen up your home! Before you start enjoying all the sunny days and outdoor fun, it’s important to prepare your home & yard for the new season. Here is your handy spring maintenance checklist, full of tips and tricks to best protect your home!
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Interest rates and the cost of waiting to buy a home has been a hot topic of discussion lately. Why? Interest rates have been climbing steadily since January, and it’s likely that the Federal Reserve will raise rates several more times this year.
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Whether you’re a first-time buyer or an empty nester, finding the right builder can be a challenge. Building a new home is one of the largest investments you’ll make in your lifetime, so it’s natural that you want to find the right fit. Here are some questions you should ask before choosing a builder.
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New is you... used is someone else! You wouldn’t buy a cell phone from 10 years ago, so why would you settle for an outdated home? There are so many reasons to choose a new Skogman home.
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Deciding to build a new home is a big decision. Finding the right builder to construct that new home can be just as monumental. There are so many choices to make… where do you start? Well, we’ve come up with a guide for choosing a home builder in the Cedar Valley.
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