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Many homeowners opt for natural stone countertops, flooring or pavers as a way to add elegance to their homes. What they might not bargain for, however, is the unique maintenance stone requires to keep it looking new.

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Faythe Willis of Lula, Ga., has a husband, three boys and three pets, so she wanted to install a low-maintenance and durable floor that would last. After all options were considered, Willis chose to install a concrete floor.

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Flagstone. Fieldstone. They may sound related but they're not at all alike, says Mike Buechel, marketing manager for Buechel Stone in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. As building materials, they are used for two distinctly different purposes.

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Aged, reclaimed granite has a weathered, rugged appearance that cannot be duplicated. It is an elegant, durable material for steps, walls, and walkways.

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From stately colonials to simple ranches, brick has remained as a popular building material for centuries. Its energy efficiency and aesthetic appeal are an added bonus in terms of resale value.

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…foreclosure.com is a BobVila.com marketing partner.) The availability of more desirable properties combined with the reduced interest rates allow many people to qualify for the mortgages on these homes. Last year, one man purchased a Florida ocean-view…

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…she says is in a little better position than much of the country. The fundamentals are good, Helfant-Browning says. Interest rates are wonderful. Our area continues to grow. Someone seeking a vacation home there will find that the price increases…

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