by Marti Reeder | Jan 15, 2025 | Home Care & Maintenance, Home Ownership, Safety
Evacuations in the U.S. are more common than most people realize, according to Disaster Assistance.gov. The most common causes are fires and floods. If a disaster or emergency happens that causes you to abandon your house, you probably won’t have time to gather...
by Marti Reeder | Aug 7, 2024 | Home Care & Maintenance, Home Ownership, Home Selling
If you’re thinking about selling your house, you should know there are buyers who are ready and able to pay today’s high prices. But they want a home that’s move-in ready. A recent press release from Redfin explains: “Buyers are still out there and they’re willing to...
by Marti Reeder | Dec 21, 2022 | Entertaining, Home Care & Maintenance, Home Maintenance
The holidays bring family together. But when that family is gathering in your home, it can mean weeks of planning, prepping, and cleaning. Ensure your next houseguests have a comfortable stay with these practical tips. Restock and Refresh Your Fridge Spend more time...
by Marti Reeder | Nov 17, 2022 | Home Care & Maintenance, Home Improvement, Home Ownership, Home Selling, Home Value, Real Estate
Fixer-upper homes are attractive for many reasons, including a lower sales price, less competition, and a relatively higher potential for resale profit. However, just like any other investment, there is risk involved in it. For one, fixer-uppers, which entail more...
by Marti Reeder | Sep 28, 2022 | Home Care & Maintenance, Home Ideas, Home Remodeling
Keep the vintage wallpaper, but upgrade that time- and money-draining retro thermostat to programmable. What may seem like a good idea often isn’t. Here are 17 common mistakes new homeowners may make. #1 Get Rid of Your Only Tub If resale value is important to...
by Marti Reeder | Aug 2, 2022 | Heating/Cooling, Home Care & Maintenance
Implementing even one of these five tips will help you lower your summertime cooling bill. Put all five into practice and you may save more money than you thought possible. Just don’t forget to turn down your AC. 1. Turn On Your Fans Used in tandem with air...
