Category: Home Maintenance & Improvement
If you live in an area where the risk for drought is high, you’ll want to start preparing your home – and yourself – for a drought. To help you get started, we’ve gathered information to help you assess your water needs and come up with a plan... Read More
Ahhhh, summer. You’ve made it through the long, dark winter months, and now it’s the perfect opportunity to spend time outdoors, relax, and enjoy the beautiful weather. This means it’s time to get your outdoor area in order so you’ll have somewhere you love spending your days and... Read More
If you are planning on selling your home, you might be wondering if you need a septic inspection. Fortunately, this is not uncharted territory. In fact, more than 1 in 5 homes in the United States rely on... Read More
Whether you’re buying your first home or upgrading your current one, your dog deserves a home where it feels comfortable, loved, and cared for. And, if you have some extra space and want to do something special for your four-legged friend or are... Read More
Amongst all the excitement for an upcoming vacation, it’s easy to forget to double-check that your home is secure and protected. In fact, according to the Department of Justice, there are 14 percent more burglaries in the summer than in the winter across the U.S. The rate of... Read More
When the time comes to buy a home, you’ll likely look at every aspect of your new neighborhood, the home itself, and any climate hazards that might be common in the area. If you’re house hunting in a location where there’s a high... Read More
Summer has officially arrived. That means warmer weather, backyard BBQs, time for gardening, and longer days spent relaxing outside. That’s why now is also the perfect time to remodel your backyard into a place you’ll never want to leave. There are many ways you can transform your space... Read More
There are many variables that homebuyers, especially first-time homebuyers, must consider when purchasing a home. Factors such as location, schools, finances, the style of the home, and yes, whether the house has popcorn ceilings. Popcorn ceilings shouldn’t be a deal-breaker, but it... Read More
What’s the number one thing buying and selling a house has in common? Getting the best price possible. Buying a home is one of the most significant financial investments you’ll make, so there’s no surprise why so much time is spent tracking mortgage rates, researching... Read More
A wildfire can pose a danger to your home, especially if you live in areas with dry, hot weather like Orange County, CA, or Clark County, NV. Weather conditions such as drought, extreme heat, high winds, and any... Read More
Your home is your sanctuary and maintaining it is paramount, especially if you ever plan on selling your home in the future you’ll be sure to want top dollar for it. Beyond sweeping floors and mowing your yard, some home maintenance tasks require... Read More
Now that it’s summer, you may have forgotten about your New Year’s resolutions to keep your home organized and embrace a more minimalist home interior. As you take a look around your home, you may even start to notice miscellaneous papers strewn across the counters, or knick-knacks you... Read More