How to Move Up to Your Next Home with Ease – Week 5 This 5-part series is a “how-to” guide for moving up to your next home with as little stress as possible.  Whether it’s your first time moving up or you’ve done it before, this series is a great resource. This time around, you’ve got […]

In this 3-part series, Greening Your Home, you’ll learn ways to make your home more energy-efficient while also saving you money in the long run. This second article lists some simple ways you can save energy in your home. Caring about the environment and being “green” can be easier than you think as a homeowner. You […]

As a homeowner, you can benefit from some tax breaks that can make your home more affordable, with thousands of dollars shaved off from your IRS bill each year. It’s a benefit I like to remind you about! Read over the list below to see what could pertain to your situation. And, no matter what, […]

How to Protect Your Home and Not Break Your Budget Series — Week 4 This 4-week series is a must for every homeowner. Once you buy a home, it’s now all your responsibility! But are you truly prepared for the unexpected? This series is a great overview on what you need to know when it comes […]

Have you ever been the last one to take a shower and run out of hot water? It could happen when you have too many overnight guests or one family member known for long showers!   But, what happens when your hot water heater stops working efficiently on a daily basis, guests or no guests?  That’s when […]

No one plans to waste money purposely… but sometimes it happens, especially when it comes to our homes.   As a first-time homeowner (and even those who are more seasoned), you don’t want your excitement over a new home to crank-up your spending. Owning a home already adds new expenses compared to renting.  At any point in time, […]

You never know if and when something will happen — whether it’s a big catastrophe or something less destructive – so you need to be prepared! It’s essential to choose the right company, the right price, and the right coverage for your specific situation.   Keep in mind, homeowners insurance is really a collection of different […]

Have you ever heard of radon?  Well, it’s a big deal.   It’s an odorless, colorless gas and is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States.  It can get trapped in our homes and be at such high levels that it can affect your health. And, you wouldn’t ever know it unless you […]

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas produced by burning gas, wood, propane, charcoal or other fuel. You must have a CO detector if you have fuel-burning appliances in your home. And if you have such appliances on more than one level of your home, you should have a carbon monoxide detector on each […]

As a homeowner, you just never know when you’ll face unexpected and costly repairs for your home.  A home warranty can sound like a great solution to this dilemma, but is it really worth it? Home warranties have gotten a bad rap in the past, but like any warranty or insurance policy, the upfront cost could […]