There is no better way to quickly up the value of your home than with a brand new paint job. And this applies to both the interior and the exterior. The magic of paint is that it can completely transform the look and feel of your home almost overnight. In addition, a new paint job can be the best way to overcome the perception of "deferred maintenance" in a way that is far less expensive by comparison to other improvements. And if you are considering selling your home this spring, a new paint job will bring you the biggest bang for your buck. Here's how to increase your home's value with this "magic bullet": … [Read more...] about Increase Your Home’s Value with this “Magic Bullet”
Easy Ways to Prep your Landscaping for Growing Season
Whether you're a hard-core gardener or just shooting for a tidy, well-maintained yard, there are plenty of things you can do now to prepare for a robust grow season later. Following are 7 easy ways to prep your landscaping for growing season: … [Read more...] about Easy Ways to Prep your Landscaping for Growing Season
The Cheapest Day to Buy Gas
Maybe you haven't thought much about what day might be the cheapest day to buy gas. In fact, maybe you didn't even know there was a cheapest day. But when prices trend upward this thought could become be top of mind and fortunately, there's an answer. There's no way around it, we all need fuel for our vehicles. But buying gas on the cheapest day can add up to big savings over time. What day would that be, you ask? Read on to find out the cheapest day to buy gas: … [Read more...] about The Cheapest Day to Buy Gas
How to Succeed in a Shifting Housing Market
Over the last three years the housing market has been described as frozen, gridlocked, challenging and even broken. Like many things the reality of today's housing market is a matter of perspective and depends on your circumstances. If you are a first-time homebuyer facing the headwinds of higher interest rates, insurance, property taxes and overall cost-of-living increases the market can indeed feel broken. On the other hand if you are already a homeowner with a generous amount of equity, a low interest rate and a home that continues to gain value you probably feel pretty good. But you may also feel forced to stay put unless a life event requires you to move. Both of these realities mean a lower sales volume for the industry as a whole. So if you are a real estate professional facing … [Read more...] about How to Succeed in a Shifting Housing Market
10 Seed Selections to Start Indoors Now
Hooray, spring is finally around the corner! And there's no better way to celebrate than by planning a garden, even if your garden consists of a variety of planters on your balcony. The following plant varieties are perfect for early spring, when temps are still on the chilly side. Here are 10 seed selections to start indoors now: … [Read more...] about 10 Seed Selections to Start Indoors Now