Category Archive for "Homeowner"

Green thumb. Most plant enthusiasts and gardeners are aware of the term and either self-identify as one who either has a green thumb or lacks one. In other words, you are either good with plants, or not-so-good. If you feel…

Remember when you bought that house and all the “stuff” that comes along with owning it? I promised to be with you every step of the way, both before and after the sale, and here I am, nagging you to…

Whether you have seeds starting indoors or you plan on buying starts from the nursery, your flowerbed awaits – so let’s get those plants into the ground. Choose the right spot for the right plants   Beginner gardeners typically make…

Rolling blackouts, cars hitting transformers, hurricanes; there are numerous causes for power outages. What they have in common is that you’ll have company in your misery because, aside from the non-payment of the power bill, they typically don’t affect just…

Home loan modifications are perhaps one of the most controversial topics of the last couple of years. It’s become more of a hot topic since the pandemic and, now, the economic downturn. Folks are having a hard time merely paying…

“The U.S. has sustained 341 weather and climate disasters since 1980,” according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This averages to 7.9 weather and climate disasters per year. Then there are the wildfires we experienced, all 66,255 of…

Thinking of upgrading the kitchen countertops in your home? While granite is still quite popular, several other surfaces are gaining on it. If you’re tired of the ubiquitous granite countertop, read on to learn about some stunning alternatives. Quartz The…

When a homeowner needs a new range (or stove, whichever you choose to call it), he or she typically buys a replacement that fits the fuel source of the old appliance. In other words, they’ll replace a gas stove with…

Home fire statistics are scary. Knowing how not to be among these statistics, however, is critical. Let’s take a look at some of these statistics and then dive in to some safety tips to ensure your home’s fireplace keeps on…

With the winter holidays in the rearview mirror, all that remains is the cleanup. Depending on how festive your get-togethers were your home may need just a light going-over or you may be feeling the need for a full-on hazmat…