5 Mistakes to avoid when hiring a plumber
From $45 to $200 per hour. That’s what you’ll pay, on average, to hire a plumber, according to HomeAdvisor.com’s True Cost Guide. But, that’s for…
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September is National Preparedness Month: Are you ready?
Each September, since 2004, National Preparedness Month “reminds Americans to be prepared for disasters or emergencies in their homes, businesses, and communities,” according to Ready.gov.And,…
Your guide to understanding the home purchase offer
The seemingly endless hours searching for homes on the internet are finally over. No more open house visits, no more house tours with your agent.…
3 Things every baby boomer should consider before buying or selling a home
We’re sure you’ve read about it: baby boomers aren’t moving and they’re wrecking the real estate market. They’ve decided to age in place, just when…
Are you ready to stop renting and become a homeowner?
It’s a fact that homeowners are wealthier than those who rent homes. In fact, the average net worth of U.S. homeowners is $231,400.Renters? $5,200. Crunch…
Start preparing now for a fall or winter home sale
Did you know that winter is one of the best seasons to sell a home?Fewer homeowners list their homes during winter so naturally, fewer homes…
What to do in the fall garden
With fall just around the corner, many new gardeners naturally assume that the gardening season is over. It doesn’t have to be; many vegetable crops…
4 tips to transform that spare room into a home gym
There are gym rats and then there are those of us who feel intimidated by them. Can you blame us? As we sweat and toil,…
Asbestos: Does your home have it?
The word “asbestos” strikes terror into the ears of homeowners. It sounds like a big problem, and it often is.But, how do you know if…
Time to get your home ready for fall and winter
September 23 is the first day of fall for 2019, which doesn’t give us a whole lot of time to get our homes ready. But,…