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Kansas City Home Renovated on ‘Bargain Mansions’ Is Still a Bargain at $389K

Betty M. Bane

Showcased on two episodes of HGTV’s “Deal Mansions,” this stately and remodeled 3-story property in Kansas City, MO, captivated interest the second it strike the marketplace 5 days ago for $389,000. An offer is now pending.

Despite the fact that its record selling price sits well above the median list value of $217,000 in the 64109 ZIP code, the 4-bed room residence is however viewed as a deal. A few several years back, dwelling renovation expert Tamara Day obtained this decrepit home in Kansas City’s fashionable Hyde Park community for $205,000.

Created in 1900, the house experienced been improperly restored in excess of the a long time. Day thought an investment decision of $100,000 would make the position shipshape. Or need to we say, “shirtwaist” shape?


Shirtwaist design

This was an unique shirtwaist-type dwelling, which was a common regional design at the dawn of the 20th century. Highlights

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Make your travels CO-safe – Home Improvement Blogs

Betty M. Bane

(BPT) – Safety while traveling is just as important as it is at home. Whether heading to the beach or a cool mountain retreat, travelers far and wide are seeking relaxation and a chance to make memories and enjoy new experiences. Some simple precautions can help ensure your destination is as safe as your own home.

One consideration that may slip through the cracks for many travelers is the threat of carbon monoxide (CO): an odorless, invisible and poisonous gas that can only be detected by carbon monoxide alarms. CO can be emitted by fuel-burning appliances and devices such as water heaters, stoves, furnaces and more, so it is critical to be prepared.

“There are many things to think about during an adventure, but safety from CO exposure shouldn’t be one of them,” said Ashley Gocken, a home safety expert with First Alert, a leader in residential fire safety. “One

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