Personalize Your Home

A few simple improvements can help define your personal style and will make your space feel more like home! Kitchen »        Swap your knobs – Add a little pizzazz.  Pick a pattern and finish that will accentuate your kitchen’s style and décor. »        Hang pendant light – Install one over your kitchen sink to create…

DIY Projects to cool your home!!

Summer is a great time for some of our favorite activities, like hiking, swimming, relaxing at the beach, or just enjoying the outdoors.  But at times the heat of summer can become a bit uncomfortable…..especially in your home. Tackle these simple projects to make your home more comfortable for those times you are ready to…

Plant a Tree (Earth Day)

“The creation of a thousand forests is in one acorn.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson Earth Day is right around the corner (April 22) and planting a tree is a great way to show your support.  Finding the perfect tree is not as simple as it sounds.  Here are some suggestions on those you should consider…

Clean like a Pro

…or at least make your home look professionally cleaned! Can’t afford a cleaning service, you’re not alone. Here are some of the best tips from the pros. Follow these and your home won’t just look clean, it will look polished!! Get streak free glass No special, expensive cleaners needed. Spray regular glass cleaner on your…

Time to “spring” ahead…

It is almost that time of year to “spring ahead” and to enjoy an extra hour of daylight each day!  Mark your calendar and get set to change your clocks this Sunday, March 10, 2013.  Daylight Saving Time (DST) officially begins at 2:01 a.m. on Sunday.  DST is observed in most of the United States…

Keeping Cozy for Less

We’re almost through December and it’s the time of year when our heating bills make us cringe! Every time your door opens, a little bit of heat escapes your home. With some diligence and a few preventative measures, you can keep your home warm and not break the bank. In fact, you can even increase…

Holiday Decorating – Hazardous to your Health?

Yes, actually it can be, to you, your children, and your furry family members! Every year during the holidays more than 14,000 people are treated in emergency rooms due to holiday decorating related injuries, and other holiday decoration “issues”. Millions of dollars in property damage and additional personal injuries are caused by Christmas tree and candle…

Home Equity Loan$

A new car, home improvements, debt consolidation, a dream vacation; one of these could be the reason you are considering a loan. Perhaps a home equity loan would be the most practical type of loan for your personal financial situation. $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ A home is a source of great pride and satisfaction; it can also be…

Be a Savvy Home Buyer

When searching for a home, you will find some things you can live with, but others should raise a red flag! Read on to discover the pitfalls you’ll want to avoid and which ones you can fix! Some Red Flags   Asbestos – Asbestos has been proven to pose serious health risks. Check attics and around…

Spooky Smells and Sounds in your House

At times the unexplained noises and odors found in your own home can seem terrifying. Below are some simple and reassuring explanations.  Things that stir in the night An unfinished attic space will amplify the sound of any small critter, such as a raccoon or squirrel, as it passes along the roof of your home….

Fall Clean Up Tips

The kids are headed back to school, the leaves are turning, and a chill is in the air. If you’re like most homeowners, fall also means opportunity to spruce up your yard and cut down on the work you’ll need to do when Spring arrives. Take these Fall Tips into consideration while preparing for the…

Garage Makeover (Part 2)

In today’s economy, homeowners are trying to make every inch of their home useful. They want more active and functional living space. Reclaiming attics, storage rooms, closets, garden sheds and garages is the easiest way to utilize wasted space. Garages are often full of “junk” that we no longer need or use. By giving your…