Category: Tips and Tricks
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Fall Garden & Yard Cleanup
When it comes to fall cleanup, the work can add up. Some cleanup chores are more important than others to keep your yard and gardens looking fantastic.
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Planning to Sell in 2026? Start the Prep Now
If your plan is to sell in 2026, it’s time to get serious. Taking some time to prep means you will hit the market confident, ready, and ahead of other sellers who waited until January to get started.
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Ten Questions to Ask your Lender
The following represents questions you need to ask your lender when purchasing a home.
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Guide to Planting Your Summer Vegetables
Vegetable plants are expensive. To get the best growth, you need to pay attention to more than just the soil, sun, and watering. You need to get your plants off on the right foot by planting them the right way. Prepare the soil The soil you are planting into has to be pliable enough that…
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4 Ways to Make an Offer that Stands Out This Spring
Now that spring is here, more and more buyers are jumping back into the market, and competition is heating up. If you are serious about landing a home you will love, you need more than just a wish list. You need a smart strategy – and that starts with working with a great agent who…
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What You Need to Know About Homeowner’s Insurance
Homeowner’s insurance is a must-have to protect what’s probably your biggest investment – your home. And while you never want to think about worst case scenarios, the right coverage is basically your safety net if something goes wrong. Here’s how it helps you: In the simplest sense, it gives you peace of mind. Knowing you…
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The Truth About Credit Scores and Buying a Home
Your credit score plays a big role in the homebuying process. It’s one of the key factors lenders look at to determine which loan options you qualify for and what your terms might be. But there’s a myth about credit scores that may be holding some buyers back. The Myth: You Need to Have a…
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Using Your Dishwasher More Could Actually Save You Water
Your dishwasher isn’t just a convenience. It’s also a money-saving machine. The rising cost of water throughout the U.S. has many of us thinking about conservation. Dishwashing is a good place to start. As a daily chore, dishwashing can use up a lot of water. The myth of dishwasher waste Pre-1994 dishwashers weren’t subject to…
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Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs?
A recent study from the National Association of Realtors shows most sellers (61%) completed at least minor repairs when selling their house. But sometimes life gets in the way and that’s just not possible. Maybe that’s why 39% of sellers chose to sell as-is instead. If you’re feeling stressed because you don’t have the time,…