From “I DO” to #SOLD
Newlyweds are saying "I do" to each other, and they equate to over half of first-time home buyers that are also saying "I do" to their dream homes! When you put two hearts together, the time comes to find a home to nourish that love. So, it makes sense for a home to...
How to Prepare for Professional Movers
Moving into a new home can be an exciting life change, but it comes with its own set of stresses. Whether it is cross-country, cross-town or even the same neighborhood within the Memorial area, a move requires a lot of work to pack up your belongings, transport them...
The Best Indoor Trees for Your Home
Artificial plants may never die, but having live plants in your home will make your home look and feel better. Nothing brings life into a home better than well-maintained greenery. Most indoor trees are easy to take care of and only need adequate water and a...
How to Handle Downsizing
Moving itself always has the tendency to sound stressful, but adding downsizing to the mix can seem daunting. There are certain challenges that come with downsizing, but that doesn’t mean it has to be more stressful! By having an open mind to downsizing and moving,...
New Construction
Building your own home can definitely sound appealing at first blush. My husband and I just completed our own personal new construction house and we are very satisfied with the end result. However, with all major decisions and purchases one should proceed...
What Type of Lender Works Best for You
If you ask a loan officer, “What kind of lender is best?” the answer will be whoever he works for, unless his firm doesn’t provide the loan you require. If you meet the same loan officer years later, and he works for a different kind of lender, he will give you a list...
How to Make Your Offer Stand Out
In today’s market, it’s not uncommon to be in competition with several other buyers for your dream home! When you find that perfect house, with the chic chandelier, the perfectly oversized kitchen island, and the doggy door for Fido, the last thing you want to do is...
Should You Rent Out Your House?
Should you rent your house out? Every day, millions of landlords rent out houses to good tenants. With proper planning and preparation, you can minimize the hassles and turn your home into a profitable venture. If you think any of these points apply to you, you may...
When to Purchase Flood Insurance
If you are in an area where you think you might need flood insurance, then you should probably invest in coverage. The threat of a flood may always seem far off, but once the waters start rising, it's too late. If your property has any flood risk, the best time to...
Build a DIY Sporting Goods Center in Your Garage
What You’ll Need: Bookcase Locking Wheels Drill Bungee Cords Peg Boards Hooks & Holders Find a bookcase…..Check out Facebook Marketplace if you don’t have one! Choose a bookcase with at least three wide shelves so you can store gear in a variety of sizes. Add...