One of the most enjoyable things about summer are the back yard events, what is a back yard even without a fire pit?  But fire pits can be expensive to have professionally installed.  So here are some ideas for DIY fire pits: Stone Pit This one is a little bit of work, but the result…

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Green Bay is a city rich in history, it’s home to more than 50 historical buildings spread throughout the city.  Some buildings were constructed by architectural firms in the early 1900’s, some by people who used them as their personal living quarters far before that (as far back as 1838)  Here is a list of…

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Sometimes you like to grill your food, sometimes you like to smoke it.  They both have that unique flavor, and when you have a traditional summer get together you can really exercise your “secret recipe”.  But if you’re dealing with a sub-par smoker your party will never fully enjoy it the way you anticipated.  So…

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The Federal Reserve just conducted their 4th meeting of 2019.  These meetings discuss the direction of our financial policy and directly influence mortgage rates.  Over the last few years the reserve has kept rates low with a few rises here and there.  The goal has been to maintain the economy in the steadiest way possible. …

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Summer can be the most expensive time of year, with events constantly going on there is a sudden burst of activity that wasn’t available 3 months ago.  It’s fun to experience as much of this as possible, considering we only get about 3 months of it, but it comes at a cost that can harp…

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Now the snow is gone it has left some of our lawns with unsightly bare spots, crab grass or dead patches where the fall leaves were, if you take pride in a manicured lawn you probably already have a system in place, but for the new homeowner or new landscape professional trying to make a…

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So the kids are stir-crazy because the rain won’t stop coming down, the house is a mess and they’re constantly asking for something to do.  You’re home all summer with the kids and you’re stuck inside.  This can remind you have a cold day in winter where you are cramped up and have cabin fever,…

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The typical American will spend a lot of their time in in the place they live.  Between sleeping, eating and just relaxing after a hard days work, your home feels much better when it’s laid out just right.  Whether you own a home or rent a home it’s the same story, you want a place…

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You’ve just bought a home or you have some disposable cash and feel it’s time to remodel, there are several different types of renovations you can undergo.  You could tackle the wiring or windows, or you can work on more visual overhaul of the bathrooms and kitchen.  Which one will give you the most return…

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Welcome to summer in Green Bay!  When we try to forget winter and heavy coats until hunting season comes around again.  While you’re working on those summer tans and weekend plans  here are some fun events you can fit into your busy schedules:  Badger State Block Party 2019 Sat, Jul 27, 12 – 10 PM…

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