Now that school is out and summer’s here, you may be wondering what to do with your kids. As excited as they are to be free of homework and school schedules, we all know that they will eventually become bored. And bored kids can mean trouble ...
Know what you're getting into before you start paying those lofty homeowners association (HOA) fees. Here are HOA red flags to be aware of...
HOA memberships
Your neighborhood homeowner's association (HOA) helps manage community areas and pro...
Do you like tacos, quesadillas, margaritas, and guacamole? If so, you’re probably ready to celebrate Cinco de Mayo this Thursday, May 5.
Whether you choose to eat at one of the area’s great Mexican restaurants or to create some of yo...
With Earth Day celebrated this month on April 22nd our thoughts naturally turn to protecting the earth and its resources. Pollution, single-use plastics, unclean water–all of these are real concerns. But so often, we feel over...
If you’ve ever thought about composting and decided that it’s too much trouble, think again. Composting is easier than you might realize. Plus, it’s good for your plants and good for the Earth. It reduces the amount of household waste, pa...
It’s officially spring–time to move the fun outdoors and time to perk up your patio! Get the most out of your patio, deck, or porch by following a few easy patio update steps.
1. Take a close look at your patio furniture.
Is it worn? ...
With spring on the horizon, many homeowners turn their thoughts to spring cleaning. Who doesn’t love to open the windows, let in fresh air, and feel the spring breezes? But real home maintenance is a year-round job. It can feel like a dauntin...
Enter a home and the first thing your eye notices, whether consciously or subconsciously, is the color of the walls. The right paint color can create a mood and set the tone for your living space. White paint, for example, creates a clean, fres...
Do single-income homebuyers exist? You bet they do! With many millennials postponing marriage and some single parents looking to buy homes, the number of single-income homebuyers is increasing.
While buying a home with one income i...
With spring on the horizon, all of us will be spending more time outdoors. In pretty weather our patios, decks, and outdoor spaces become extensions of our homes. Does your outdoor space look musty, dirty, mildewed, or in need of a cleaner surf...