Thinking about looking for a new home? Twenty years ago, your first step would have been pulling out the Sunday newspaper and making a list of open houses to attend. Today, however, it’s likely you’ll spend weeks – maybe even months...
By Arthur Murray When a hurricane damages your home, you may be looking at serious repairs. But don’t assume your homeowners insurance will cover it. Are you covered under home insurance? The answer in part depends on the cause of the damage. Standard...
By Samantha Alexander Peak hurricane season runs from mid-August to late October, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. As a homeowner or renter, you may wonder, “Do I have enough insurance protection to withstand a potential...
In the height of summer your backyard or porch is headquarters for family time and date night alike. Combine both and cue up a movie on your DIY movie screen for a staycation highlight or fun gathering with the neighbors. A bedsheet or table cloth affixed to a...
Somehow it just happens. You say “yes” before you really even think it through. Suddenly, in the blink of an eye, your home is up for sale, or the construction team is knocking at the door for the kitchen remodel, or a nephew, aging...
Disneyland, the beach, camping, Grandma’s … just a few of the many places your kids would nominate as a vacation destination this summer. But staying home? B-O-R-I-N-G. So, how do you sell a staycation to your little rascals? Oh, and not spend a ton of...
Many homes have an old, weathered shed in the backyard that’s been sitting there for years. While some homeowners’ vision might be to tear down the eyesore, one South Carolina couple decided to rehab their old shed into the screened porch of...
By Shannon Ireland College students live for summer. They get a much-needed break from reading dense textbooks and studying for exam after exam. However, after months spent at home with Mom and Dad, they’re typically ready to head back to campus and regain their...
In real estate showings, the Sunday open house is the gold standard. As the name implies, a property is open to just about anyone who learns of the showing in an online or print ad, drives by and sees the agent’s A-frame sign, or receives a notification postcard...
Every bit of breeze makes a difference in the heat of summer. A ceiling fan can not only increase your personal comfort but also reduce your monthly utility costs by supplementing (or even substituting for) your hardworking air conditioning unit. To reap the full...
