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Author Profiles

Mariwyn Evans

has spent 25 years writing about commercial and residential real estate. She's the author of several books, including Opportunities in Real Estate Careers, as well as too many magazine articles to count.

BY THIS AUTHOR

Hurricane Proof Your Garage Door

Hurricane-Proof Your Garage Doors

Buy hurricane-proof garage doors or reinforce your existing garage doors to protect your home and possibly lower your insurance premiums. Read More

Progress K
Effort Low 1 day
Investment Med $750-$1,295 (impact-resistant garage door)
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Exterior Door Hurricane Protection

Protect Exterior Doors from Hurricane Damage

Here’s how to use plywood to protect your exterior doors from hurricanes, plus the benefits of high-impact glass doors. Read More

Progress K
Effort Low 2 days
Investment Med $1,500-$2,500 (plywood shields; pro install)
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Roof Damage Hurricanes Prevent Roof Damage During Hurricanes

Tips for Preventing Hurricane Damage to Your Roof

Preventing costly hurricane damage to your roof starts with basic maintenance that you can do yourself. Read More

Progress K
Effort Low 1-2 hrs. (DIY inspection)
Investment Low $175 (pro inspection)
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Hurricane shutters on home

How to Hurricane-Proof Windows

Be hurricane-prepared with these four ways to hurricane-proof your windows—plus a tip to save on your insurance. Read More

Progress K
Effort Low 2 days
Investment Med $1,500-$2,500 (plywood shields; pro install)
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Maintaining A Vacant Home Vacant Home Upkeep

Vacant Homes: 8 Ways to Make Sure They’re Maintained

Living near a vacant home doesn’t have to mean putting up with overgrown grass and unshoveled snow. Does your community use these eight common local laws, programs, and regulations to force owners to maintain vacant homes? Read More

Progress C K
Effort Med 2-3 hrs calling local officials
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Hurricane Roof Protection

Hurricanes: Protect Your Roof

More hurricanes than usual are expected to blow in this year—protect your roof to minimize damage and lower homeowners insurance premiums. Read More

Progress K
Effort Low 1 day (inspect roof)
Investment Low $175 (roof inspector)
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Hurricane Window Protection

Hurricanes: Protect Your Windows and Doors

Protect your windows and doors during this year’s busier-than-usual hurricane season to lessen damage and lower homeowners insurance premiums. Read More

Progress K
Effort Low 1 wknd (plywood coverings)
Investment Low $1-$2/sq ft (DIY plywood)
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How To Safely Clean-up Oil Spills Oil Spill Clean-up

4 Steps to Safe Oil-Spill Cleanup

Opinion is divided on whether homeowners should attempt their own oil-spill cleanup. If you’ve got the gear and the guts, follow these tips to do it safely. Read More

Progress E K
Effort Med 10 hrs to clean property
Investment Low $50-$100 for equipment
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Oil Spill Claims How To Make An Oils Pill Claims

5 Tips for Successful Oil-Spill Claims

Follow these steps to help ensure that BP considers your oil-spill claim promptly and with minimum hassle. Read More

Progress E K
Effort Med 10 hrs to file claim
Investment Low $50 for digital photos
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Oil Clean-up Aid and Instructions Aid For Oil Clean Up

Got Oil Spill? Get Free Cleanup Help from BP

If the oil spill is sloshing onto your property, BP and state agencies offer cleanup help for free. Read More

Progress E K
Effort Low $0 for cleanup help
Investment Low $0 to call BP
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