If you have always rented your home the thought of owning one may seem beyond your reach. But that needn’t be the case. Even those who do not have much money for a down payment or have a history of bad credit can still achieve their dream of purchasing a home. Making...

If you are in the preliminary phase of having a house constructed, you may be looking to incorporate natural energy into the home's design. Utilizing the energy that comes from the sun and wind are common ways to do this. What else can be done to fully benefit from...

In last month's blog, we talked about how to find the right rental investment property. But, once you’ve found the right place, then what? Here are a few suggestions for finding a good tenant and keeping them. An important decision when renting out a property is how...

Are you looking to earn some extra income by investing in a property to rent out? Is this your first time doing it? Naturally, you want any investment you make to be a wise one, but that requires a lot of time and preparation, as buying a rental property is quite...

Dust mites are commonly found in most homes. Although they are microscopic, for some unfortunate people, dust mites are the cause of allergies and misery. So, how easy is it to get rid of dust mites? It is extremely difficult to eliminate dust mites from your home,...

Most people looking for a house these days will first look at it online before deciding whether it is worth looking at in person. If you are the one selling the house, this means that you will need to make it stand out in photos. How can you highlight your home's...

Tornadoes, as we know, have the ability to cause untold destruction. Of course, the extent of the damage will depend on the severity of the tornado, but even a relatively small one can result in a lot of damage to your property. Here are a few of the areas you should...

Being conscious of how we spend our hard-earned money is something we all need to think about, however, the temptation to spend more than we have is often hard to avoid. If we are not careful, this can result in a bad credit report. Should this be a cause for concern?...

What appliance are we talking about? The kitchen garbage disposal system. So, is there a wrong way to use it? How can you ensure that your garbage disposal unit stays in good working order for a long time to come? The right way to use it. Believe it or not, a kitchen...

Moisture intrusion is no fun and can cause many problems for a homeowner. These problems range from structural issues to bad indoor air quality. Sometimes a leak will go undetected for a long time, and when this happens, it can be an expensive repair. So, what are the...