The History of Saint Patrick’s Day in America
St. Patrick’s Day, feast day (March 17) of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Born in Roman Britain in the late 4th century, he was kidnapped at the age of 16 and taken to Ireland as a slave. He escaped but returned about 432 ce to convert the Irish...
What is Title Insurance and Do I Need It?
Title insurance is a policy that covers third-party claims on a property that don’t show up in the initial title search and arise after a real estate closing. A third party is someone other than the property’s owner, such as a construction company that didn’t get paid...
Do I Need to Fix That Before I List My House?
Making repairs before you list your home can positively affect the selling price and how quickly you attract a buyer. But do you need to fix everything before you put it on the market? Not all projects will be worth the time and money. Here are a few questions to...
Galveston Mardi Gras 2025
At Mardi Gras! Galveston, the extravagance found in Texas’s largest Mardi Gras celebration starts with the beads! More than 3 million beads will be thrown at Mardi Gras! Galveston and that’s just the beginning of the elaborate parades, headliner performances, family...
Why Curtains Might Be a Major Mistake in Your Home
When designing a space, adding curtains often seems like a given. Besides being functional, light-blocking pieces of fabric, these textiles have a way of tying a room together. At the same time, if something tells you your window doesn’t need this finishing...
Buyer Representative Agreements and Do I Have to Sign One?
By now you've probably heard about the significant changes happening in the world of residential real estate and how those changes will affect home buyers and sellers. One of the new requirements is that buyers must sign a written Buyer Representation Agreement before...
Top 8 Tips for Styling Your Home
1. Trends are an easy way to date your decor or your closet. Choose an aesthetic you can commit to, then swap in elements that allow for the space to evolve as your taste does. 2. Practice the rule of odd. When placing decorative items, use groupings of three. It...
Upcoming Concerts in Houston to Start Your New Year
Here are some notable concerts coming up in Houston in 2025: February 2025 Jerry Cantrell: February 27 at the House of Blues. Alcest & Kælan Mikla: February 28 at Warehouse Live Midtown. Sullivan King & Guests: February 28 at the Revention Music Center. March...
Is Now a Good Time to Sell?
If you’re debating whether or not you want to sell right now, it might be because you’ve got some unanswered questions, like if moving really makes sense in today’s market. Maybe you’re wondering if it’s even a good idea to move right now. Or you’re...
New Year’s Eve Events in Houston
Houston offers a variety of exciting New Year's Eve celebrations to welcome 2025, from family-friendly events to glamorous parties: Kemah Boardwalk Fireworks: Enjoy live music from the band Rozy followed by a spectacular fireworks show over the bay at 9:30 PM. For a...