I have a friend in another state who wants to sell her home. And, whether a blessing or a curse, she has the luxury of taking her time. In other words, she doesn’t need to relocate for a new job, she’s not getting a divorce and she’s not in escrow on another home. So, suffering from “analysis paralysis,” she drags…

Don’t let a skimpy homebuying budget stop you from kicking your landlord to the curb. When even the most basic of starter homes soar in price, there’s always the trusty condo to fill the void. If you’re opposed to even the thought of condo living, consider the purchase a stepping stone – a way to build equity to use for…

In case you missed it, spring sprung on March 20. That means it’s time for the annual spring-cleaning ritual. And, although the exact origins of the ritual are in question, historians do know that it dates back thousands of years. Iranians perform the task on the first day of spring and call it “khooneh tekouni,” (تکان دادن خانه) which is…

March 20, 2018—the day those of us who love nothing more than getting dirty in the backyard have longed for. It’s the first day of spring and, although we’re ready, our gardens may not be. In fact, before stepping one foot onto your home’s landscaping, “give the soil the ‘squirt’ test,” cautions landscape contractor Roger Cook, at thisoldhouse.com. “Step down…

Powdery stuff on the floor near the wall. Tiny mud tubes on the wall. One- to two-inch round holes near the eaves, deck and siding. While easily overlooked, these are all signs of a wood-destroying pest infestation in and around your home. Overlook the signs at your own peril, as the damage caused by these tiny insects is expensive to…

The homebuying process is one that is full of decisions. Do you want a house or a condo? Should you shop for a new or an existing home? If you settle on a newly-built home, a whole new set of decisions enters the picture. Before you hop in the car to visit new home communities, however, there  are a few…

The best and quickest way to revitalize a room is with paint. It’s amazing what fresh paint can do. But, don’t stop there – especially if you’re thinking of selling your home. Simply changing the hardware on kitchen and bathroom cabinetry will complement those freshly-painted walls and make the room look complete. Best of all, it’s inexpensive and there are…

OK, truth time: There’s nothing more disruptive to home life than to have your home on the market. Chasing the kids around, nagging at them to pick up their clothes and toys, ensuring the dishes don’t pile up in the sink and the dirty laundry is tucked away, out of sight. And, if you have pets, it’s even more challenging…

Despite having decent credit, a good job and the ability to pay for a home every month, the dream of buying a home is somewhat elusive for those with little to no cash to put down. This is why our younger generation isn’t buying homes at the rate that previous generations did. With student loan debt weighing them down, there…