Did You Double-Check Your Mold Remediation Clean-Up?

Mold is one of the most frustrating problems a homeowner can deal with. When you’ve gone through the mold remediation process, it’s essential that you double-check all the work that was done. Otherwise, your problem could come back, dragging you back to square one. What To Look For  So, what, specifically, should you look for…

Why You Should Have a Pre-Listing Inspection

If you are planning to sell a house this summer (or any season, really), it is important to consider all the benefits you can get from a pre-listing inspection. While it may seem unnecessary, especially when a potential buyer will likely have their own inspection, having one done yourself can alert you to issues you…

Turn Your Necessities Into Something Exciting

There’s no need to settle and keep things ordinary in your home. Everyday items can be much more fun with a little thought and creativity. You don’t have to have a pool or live by the ocean to enjoy an outdoor shower. This not-so-typical setup can make your time spent cleaning up much more refreshing…

Include Downtime in Your Summer Schedule

Building downtime into your summer schedule is one key summer organization tip. It can be all too easy to cram the days with activities leaving you and your family little breathing room. When everything is go-go-go, the rest of your life starts to reflect that fast pace from laundry piling up to messy kitchen counters.…

Three Common Home Inspections Myths

If you’re in the process of closing a sale, then you know how much work goes into helping your client look for the right place to call their own. You’ll likely spend countless hours viewing different homes online and with your client and hosted several open houses before they find the one that feels like…

How Much Does Radon Testing Cost and Who Pays?

The question of cost comes up whenever radon testing is part of a home sale. If you do not negotiate the testing or radon system into your real estate contract, chances are you will be the one to pay for it. In some cases, you can negotiate with the sellers. Many homeowners are willing to…

Turn Something Old Into Something New

Whether it’s an old family heirloom or a fabulous thrift store find, upcycling an old chair is a great way to add a unique piece to your room for a lower cost. Depending on the design, you may find that you can actually do the work yourself. Even if you need some help from a…

Switch to Satin Brass Finishes

Brass is making a comeback, and for good reason. This gorgeous finish adds a touch of class and elegance to any room by embracing the current trend in gold accents. In bathrooms and kitchens, choose it for your faucets and knobs for a customized and modern look that stands out more than traditional chrome. Use…

A Buried Oil Tank

If the home you own, or the one you are planning to buy, has a buried oil tank you need to know! Depending on the situation, there may be some environmental cleanup costs associated with it. If you are buying a home this could be something to use when negotiating price. It isn’t always easy…