When you move into a new home, you want everything to go smoothly. That’s why buyers get home inspections, after all. But sometimes, you’re not able to test every element of a home, and something goes wrong after the purchase.… Read more ›

Common wisdom says to list your home for sale in the spring. And while we know that’s not always the best strategy (winter buyers can be especially motivated!), you may be hanging on for warmer weather. Even if it’s cold… Read more ›

Are high utility bills getting you down? Would you like to do something nice for the planet that has generously fostered your existence? If so, we have good news! Whether you’re able to spend a little or a lot, there… Read more ›

Summers and vacations go together like peanut butter and jelly – after working hard all year, everybody deserves a chance to kick back and relax. But who says you need to travel to far-flung locales to have the holiday you… Read more ›

5 Best Colors to Paint Your Bedroom for a Good Night’s Rest In our last blog, Painting Joy Into Your Home: How Colors Influence Your Mood, we went over the psychological effects of each color and which ones are best… Read more ›

2017 New Year’s Resolution: Increase the Value of Your Home 4 ways to increase the value of your home in 2017, from simple and inexpensive to complex and upscale At the start of each new year, millions of people set… Read more ›

Now that you have a few of the basics down with our Intro to Gardening: Beginner’s Guidelines, you may be wondering: how do you protect your garden from dogs, cats, birds, raccoons, and all the wildlife that lives in your… Read more ›