Around Valentine’s Day, as you’re debating how best to make your loved one feel special, don’t forget the other love in your life, one you may be neglecting a bit too frequently—your house! Don’t let February pass without showing some love for the roof over your head. Here are ten… read more →
Love it or hate it, Valentine’s Day has spread around the world, resulting in unique traditions from country to country. Sure, sometimes the U.S. can be a little superficial with red roses and sentimental cards, but its not all SweeTarts and teddy bears everywhere. From Beijing to Iraq, different cultures express… read more →
So, you’ve got it bad for “the one” — you know, the one that keeps you awake at night fantasizing about the day when you can be together. Wait a second. We aren’t talking about that one — we’re referring to a different kind of love affair: a “home crush.”… read more →
Even in these days of economic uncertainty, we’d all like some luxuries in our lives. Sure, a home addition or kitchen renovation would be nice, but there are plenty of low-cost changes you can make to upgrade your home without spending a small fortune. Adding in little touches here and… read more →
Whether you are looking to spend Valentine’s Day with someone special or with a group of Friend’s and Family, there is a good chance a great event is happening in your area! We pulled some great events from Romantic Vineyard Dinners to Wild and Crazy happenings in the DC Metro… read more →
For housing, it was a tale of two halves in 2013. During the first half, unusually low supplies of homes and low rates spurred bidding wars, pushing prices up sharply. During the second half, the frenzy cooled amid a sudden spike in interest rates. While more markets are now reporting… read more →
The average interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage hit 4.23 percent this week, the lowest since November. U.S. mortgage rates for 30-year loans fell for a fifth week as stock market volatility and weaker-than-expected economic reports drove investors to the safety of the government bonds that guide borrowing costs. The… read more →
Burglars never take a day off which means you MUST be aware of your homes safety. These 21 items below are common practices that burglars utilize. If you know what a potential burglar is looking forward then you are one step closer to preventing a theft and a possible harmful… read more →
Children rejoice with the thought of Spring Break. A whole week (or sometimes longer) off from school free to frolic however they wish. Parents, on the other-hand, sometimes panic as to wonder who can care for their children while they need to be at work. Ahh, to the rescue, spring… read more →
All homeowners know that you should replace your furnace filter once a month or as often as needed. This keeps it clean and of optimal functioning. If you have a wood- and Pellet-Burning heating system you should clean the flue vent regularly and also the inside of the appliance with a… read more →