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A home in winter in NW Indiana

A home in winter in NW Indiana

5 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Winter in NW Indiana

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Nov 34 min read

a spooky house

a spooky house

The Architecture of Fear: What Makes a Scary House Famous

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Oct 293 min read

red light therapy

red light therapy

Beyond the Bathroom: Building a Luxury Home Spa in NW Indiana

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Sep 83 min read

a photo of a home entry with an in-home elevator

a photo of a home entry with an in-home elevator

The Ultimate Guide to Home Elevators in NW Indiana: Luxury & Accessibility

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Aug 253 min read

image of a bad renovation, an unfinished basement

image of a bad renovation, an unfinished basement

When a Remodel Goes Wrong: Fixing a Bad Renovation in Valparaiso, IN

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Aug 114 min read

a photo of a tankless water heater in a finished basement

a photo of a tankless water heater in a finished basement

Tank vs. Tankless: Choosing the Best Water Heaters for Custom Homes in NW Indiana

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Jul 215 min read

Trackman golf simulator in a basement

Trackman golf simulator in a basement

Raising the Par: A Guide to Home Golf Simulators in NW Indiana

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Jun 93 min read

A Multi-Genrational Suite or ADU in a backyard

A Multi-Genrational Suite or ADU in a backyard

Multi-Generational Living: Build an ADU in Your Backyard

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May 194 min read

Bathroom remodel by Hendren Custom Homes

Bathroom remodel by Hendren Custom Homes

The Ultimate Bathroom Remodel: Create a Spa-Inspired Space

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May 123 min read

Galena, IL, one of many great weekend and day trips in the Midwest

Galena, IL, one of many great weekend and day trips in the Midwest

Indiana to Illinois Travel Guide: 10 Midwest Gems Worth the Drive

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Apr 74 min read

A home in spring with flowers blooming

A home in spring with flowers blooming

Don’t Let Winter Damage Ruin Your Home: Spring Maintenance To-Dos!

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Mar 274 min read

To Buy or To Build: Is A New Construction Home Right For You?

To Buy or To Build: Is A New Construction Home Right For You?

To Buy or To Build: Is A New Construction Home Right For You?

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Feb 285 min read

Michael Jackson is a celebrity from Indiana.

Michael Jackson is a celebrity from Indiana.

Celebrities from Indiana: Famous Hoosiers Who Made It Big

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Feb 214 min read

Charming midwest town

Charming midwest town

Is NW Indiana the Midwest’s Best-Kept Secret? Why It's Booming.

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Feb 73 min read

Breaking Up With a Contractor? Here’s What to Do Next

Breaking Up With a Contractor? Here’s What to Do Next

Breaking Up With a Contractor? Here’s What to Do Next

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Jan 243 min read

Why Should I Move From Chicago to Valparaiso, Indiana?

Why Should I Move From Chicago to Valparaiso, Indiana?

Why Should I Move From Chicago to Valparaiso, Indiana?

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Jan 163 min read

Are Heated Garage Floors Worth It? The Perks of Radiant Floor Heating in NW Indiana

Are Heated Garage Floors Worth It? The Perks of Radiant Floor Heating in NW Indiana

Are Heated Garage Floors Worth It? The Perks of Radiant Floor Heating in NW Indiana

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Jan 124 min read

Interior Design Aesthetics in 2025: Classic, Modern, and Eclectic Styles

Interior Design Aesthetics in 2025: Classic, Modern, and Eclectic Styles

Interior Design Aesthetics in 2025: Classic, Modern, and Eclectic Styles

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Jan 74 min read

When to Plant Bulbs and Seeds for Spring Blooms in Northwest Indiana

When to Plant Bulbs and Seeds for Spring Blooms in Northwest Indiana

When to Plant Bulbs and Seeds for Spring Blooms in Northwest Indiana

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Jan 23 min read

Basement Remodeling for the New Year: Ideas, Renovation, and Finished Plans

Basement Remodeling for the New Year: Ideas, Renovation, and Finished Plans

Basement Remodeling for the New Year: Ideas, Renovation, and Finished Plans

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Jan 14 min read

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