7 DO spend time attending to regular maintenance; it will save money in the long run. Your home is your biggest investment, so look after it.
Tackle simple jobs to keep problems from building up and becoming costly repairs. For instance, if you let the seals around your external doors become loose, the elements -- and moisture -- will soon take hold and, before you know it, you'll have rotted woodwork and damp-infested sills.
8 DON'T wait until you're selling your home to have it surveyed and appraised. We recommend having experts carry out an inspection every few years. Surely it's better to know there's a problem so you can fix it before it gets out of hand, no? You have your car regularly checked, so why not your biggest investment? Hmm? Precisely!
9 DO allocate a few dollars for weatherstripping for your windows and doors; you'll save loads of money as much-needed heat stays inside your home rather than escaping to the street. Come on, keep your loved ones warm inside, not those pesky raccoons under your stoop!
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