How to cool your house without a/c

We all know that Summer can be a hot one and with rising temperatures comes rising electric bills. We’ve all been there. We are shocked when those bills come and wonder how they got so high, but there are things you can do now to help those bills go down as summer progresses. 

3 Things you need to know before owning a home

Owning a home is the American dream, right? Well, you are right in some sense but what most don’t know is that owning a home can be a lot of work. When you own something, it is your responsibility to make sure that everything is in working order. That also means that all of the repairs and DIY projects come out of your own wallet…. Read More

How to prepare your home this November

When you feel the weather shift, you know the holiday season is here. But, most forget that their home needs a little TLC before the colder months arrive. This time of year brings a lot more new activities, dinners, guests, and shopping than any other time of year. You don’t want to find yourself behind with your regular day-to-day activities, that is why we want… Read More

How to winterize your home

It’s that time of year again when the cold weather takes a toll on your house and you start noticing your bills going through the roof. It’s a struggle to find the balance between keeping warm and not getting too stingy. We have some tips and tricks to get your house ready for the cold weather approaching rapidly and keep you on track for your… Read More

Items every homeowner should have handy

Moving into your first place is an exciting time! But, as you know there are a lot of things that you need that you may not have thought about. We hope to provide a guide of some of the homeowner essentials so that when the time comes you have them available.

How to clean a house with pets

Are you an animal lover? If so, you probably have one or more of those four-legged furry friends running around your home. Pets are great companions for all ages, but just like a child, they require a lot of attention and cleanup. Having animals inside your home means you have animal hair in every room that your pet resides. Depending on if family members, friends… Read More

Is it time to buy a bigger home?

Are you in the market for a bigger home? No matter how long you have been in your current home, there are things you have taken note of that are not big enough anymore. Whether it is your kitchen, bedrooms, bathroom, basement or garage there are a lot of different factors on why you just need more room.

Moving? It’s time to purge!

Are you getting ready to move for the first or tenth time? As you pack boxes from each room in your apartment or home you will start to realize how much “stuff” you have accumulated from over the years. Some of the things you find need to be thrown in the garbage, some may need to be donated, and some of it may actually make… Read More

How you can start a Neighborhood Watch

Do you want to promote a safe community? If so, it’s time for you to take charge! In a neighborhood full of children it is important for them to feel safe when they go out to play. The best way to detour danger is to start a neighborhood watch within your community.

10 tips for decluttering your home or garage

Do you find yourself drowning in clutter? Are you wondering how to finally get things under control? Here are some tips on things you should do, as well as some things you should not do when decluttering.