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Getting Your Neighborhood Historic District Designation

Getting Your Neighborhood Historic District Designation

Getting a historic designation for your neighborhood takes a lot of work. But it can increase property values and build a strong sense of community. Read More

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Effort High 360 hrs over six months
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Joan from AMCTV's Mad Men

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Labor Day Tip: Pay Homage to Mad Men With An Old School Luau

Looking for something unique for your Labor Day soiree? Go retro with a Mad Men-inspired luau. Read More

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Historic house

Getting a Historic Designation for Your Home

Have a home with history? Getting a historic designation highlights your home’s special story. Read More

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Effort High 40 hrs (research/file for designation)
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Coyote in back yard of home

Wildlife Pest Control for Your Community

Uncontrolled wildlife can wreak havoc in your community. Here’s what you can do to improve local pest control. Read More

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Effort Low 1 hr to call local officials
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Thomas M. Skiba, exec. director of the Community Association

Q&A: Solve Your Toughest HOA Challenges

HouseLogic talks with HOA management expert Thomas M. Skiba about smart ways to tackle today’s homeowner association challenges. Read More

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Deer crossing road with car

Help Control Deer in Your Community

You can help spur community-wide efforts to control deer, those adorable but damaging pests that ravage crops and threaten highway safety. Read More

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Effort Low 10 hrs (research, mtgs)
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Canada geese in residential area

Community Bird Control Makes Flocks Go Away

Large bird populations damage property and threaten health. Here’s what you can do to initiate a bird-control program in your community. Read More

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Effort Low 10 hrs (meet with officials)
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Couple window shopping in a walkable community

Does Walkability Raise Property Values?

Making your community more walkable can improve your quality of life and increase the value of your home. Read More

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Value Added High $4,000-$34,000 (walkable locale)
Effort Med 1 wk (run walk-to-school program)
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Homes in a neighborhood with a historic designation

Getting Your Neighborhood Historic District Designation

Getting a historic designation for your neighborhood takes a lot of work. But it can increase property values and build a strong sense of community. Read More

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Effort High 360 hrs over six months
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Properties near mass transit actually increase in value

Public Transportation Adds Value to Your Home

It’s an urban (and suburban) myth that proximity to public transportation systems decreases property values and increases crime rates. In fact, just the opposite is true. Read More

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Save Money Med Up to $1,500/yr in gas costs
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Neighborhood with colorful home exteriors

Making Fair Housing Laws Work for Your Neighborhood

By ensuring that your neighborhood adheres to fair housing standards, you can build a stronger, more vibrant community and protect property values. Read More

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Effort Low 20 hourrs (fair housing meeting)
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Are You a Great Neighbor?

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