As with any resale product, the person trying to sell said product will usually try to make the product look as new as possible to ensure the highest profit available. In reviewing many of the homes on the market today, however, some sellers don’t get that notion. Don’t make the… read more →
A picture may be worth a thousand words, but the right turn of phrase in a home listing can make a big difference in how fast a home sells and how much a seller can get for it.The right description can get your home a second look; the wrong one… read more →
Ingredients: 4 Tbsp butter 1 large shallots, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup balsamic 5 large carrots (see directions, to cut) 8-10 large Brussels sprouts, halved 2 tsp thyme, roughly chopped Directions: Over medium-high heat, melt the butter in a small sauté pan. Add the shallot and garlic and… read more →
Ingredients 1 loaf of bread, sliced and then cubed in 1-inch pieces 1/4 cup olive oil 3 cups chopped onions (about 1 large) 1 cup chopped celery (about 2 stalks) 1 teaspoon dried ground sage 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon… read more →
Ingredients 1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter 1 lemon, zested and juiced 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves 1 fresh turkey (10 to 12 pounds) Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 large bunch fresh thyme 1 whole lemon, halved 1 Spanish onion, quartered 1 head garlic, halved crosswise Directions… read more →
Despite all the attention radiant heating has received over the last few years, you still might not regard it as a viable alternative to traditional systems, such as hydronic baseboards or forced-air furnaces. Part of the confusion is that radiant heating shares some similarities with floor warming, a stopgap option… read more →
Insuring a house has as much to do with you as it does the actual building. Home insurance providers set your premium by evaluating the risks posed by you and your house. Homes in Tornado Alley, for example, cost more to insure because of the risk of wind damage. As… read more →
With new home production still well below annual historical averages, chances are you’re buying an older homes that needs some work. Believe it or not, there are loans out there that might suit your needs. If you’re planning to replace systems or appliances, consider an energy-efficient loan. Energy- Efficient Mortgages also… read more →
There’s a good reason why 88 percent of sellers list with a real estate agent over selling their home by themselves. One of the best reasons to list your home with a real estate agent isn’t just about getting more money for your home. While a real estate agent can… read more →