Keeping up with the latest renovation trends isn’t just about following the crowd—it’s about making choices that truly resonate with your lifestyle and elevate your home’s value. Staying informed will help you to invest in features and designs that not only align with your personal tastes and enhance your life but also potentially increasing the […]

As the leaves start to turn and the air gets crisper, you know that winter isn’t too far off. That means it’s time to get our homes ready for the chilly months ahead. But don’t worry, I’m not talking about a major renovation project or breaking the bank. I’ve got some energy-efficient home upgrades that […]

Both the insides and outsides of our homes most likely could use a good once-over to make it look its best and keep it well-maintained. And that’s why “spring cleaning” and other seasonal prep work should be at the top of your to-do list for the weeks ahead. You want to fully enjoy your home […]

You own your home and you can do what you like with it! Yes, no, maybe. As a homeowner, you’re entitled to certain property rights that will enable you to more fully enjoy living in your home. So, YES … you are in control of many things when it comes to your property, what you […]

Don’t make flood insurance an afterthought! Even if you don’t live near the water or your home is not on a floodplain, you could be making a costly mistake if you don’t have the correct coverage. Most standard homeowner’s insurance policies don’t include flood protection, but a “low-risk” home could be hit with damage from […]

As a homeowner, you most likely need to have work done to your home at some point, and it’s easy to be confused whether something is a repair or an improvement. You might not think it matters, but it does for tax purposes. It could mean extra money in your pocket! A repair and an […]

Believe it or not, even small changes in your home can have an impact on your energy use (and your bills, which have most likely increased lately!)  Many can be easy to implement and are inexpensive too. Even though it’s recommended to have an energy audit by a professional, as discussed in a previous article, […]

It’s no secret that we’re all experiencing higher costs and the impact of rising inflation on our pocketbooks. The good news is that the recent Inflation Reduction Act includes some adjustments that can help tax payers save more money for the 2023 tax year. You’ll be able to keep more of you income with the […]

Are you ready to improve your home with a remodeling project that you can’t wait to get started?  Maybe you are ready to finally redo that bathroom or kitchen. Or, maybe you’re finally ready to add on that master bedroom ensuite you’ve been dreaming about. One of the questions I get asked most often by […]

First impressions from the get-go are very important when it comes to selling your home. But you don’t need to spend thousands of dollars to get your home ready. There are many easy and inexpensive ways to make your home look its best and show well to potential buyers.  If you plan to move anytime […]