If you’re a homeowner (or thinking of becoming one), you may be left wondering how the tax reform legislation will affect you.  Don’t worry, you’re not alone.  I hope the synopsis below will help you understand the new tax bill (which is the most significant overhaul to the ...

Some might say that because I live here I am biased about this area.  But truth be told, I live here because I’m biased! 

We’ve got everything you can possibly want, unless you’re looking for snow and frigid temperatures.  I’m afraid we fall short if that’s what ...

The holiday season is here! No matter if you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or all three, we’re excited to share in the holiday spirit. It’s easy to get caught up in the festivities, and while you’re busy decorating the house, safety may be one of the last things on ...

Have you ever wondered what your home looks like through the eyes of a thief? What makes your household more or less inviting to sticky fingered stealers? Taking a look at past burglaries and statistics can be a simple solution to making sure your home doesn’t become an easy target ...

The holidays are upon us! It’s a time for family, fun and, an American absolute favorite… Pie! From blueberry, to apple, to pecan, there is a perfect pie for every person on this planet. I understand that it can be difficult to get everyone’s favorite on the table though, so ...

Was Inspector Gadget your childhood hero? If the answer to that question is yes, then you most likely enjoy a host of smart home options in your humble abode.  Among the most popular in 2017 is the voice controlled artificial intelligence (AI), better known as smart speakers.

The ...

Various factors have an impact on the real estate market and if you’re looking to buy or sell, keeping in touch with current market conditions is important.

Six months ago, the mismatch between the type of inventory of homes for sale and the demand of buyers in the US was ...

The change of season is always a good excuse to freshen up the look around your home. Fall offers many opportunities to add simple touches that will warm the atmosphere and make you think of hay rides and hot spiced apple cider.

There’s no need to go crazy.  Adding ...

To say the least, we’ve come a long way baby!

The latest edition of CoreLogic’s Home Price Index shows that nationally, home prices have appreciated 6.7% over the last year and 0.9% month-over-month. The release of the report included this headline, “National Home Prices Now 50% Above March ...