Homeowner Resources

by homewarranty.com Thanksgiving is the perfect holiday to gather with friends and family. It's also the perfect time to stress about your home. Get a jump on some tasks early so you can relax and enjoy time spent with your guests. Here are a few helpful tips to get your home Thanksgiving-ready. Our first tip is to relax. Focus only on the rooms your guest will be using. Your guests are there to see friends and family. Don't stress about making your entire house perfect. Doors close for a reason. … [Read more...] about Helpful Tips to Get Your Home Thanksgiving-Ready

A Flying Bat Branch Centerpiece Find a handful of thin branches, 3-4 feet tall. Spray them black if you like, but it's not necessary.Using black card stock or construction paper, trace a bat stencil shape and cut out as many bats as you will need - roughly about 20-30 bats, about 3 inches wide.Use a hot glue gun to glue the paper bats onto the branches.Add the bat-filled branches to a simple vase. Photo and article from thesweetoccasion.com Goulish Ghost Balloons Fill as many white balloons as you like with helium. If you do not own a Balloon Time Personal Helium Tank, you will need to purchase them from a party store.Cut strands of white crepe paper into strips about 2 feet long and tape them onto the bottom of the balloon.Using a large, black permanent marker, draw faces … [Read more...] about Haunt Your Home Without a Scary Spending Spree

by homewarranty.com Yes, it's a real thing. Created in 1982 by the National Kitchen and Bath Associate (NKBA), October is officially National Kitchen and Bath Month.With the holidays quickly approaching, many homes are busy with remodels and renovation. So whether you're going to DIY it, or hire a contractor, here are a few things to consider before you get started - and celebrate kitchen and bath month. … [Read more...] about How to Celebrate National Kitchen and Bath Month

When we house hunt, it's easy to get swept up by what we think is the perfect house for our family. There's no worse buyer's remorse than that remorse one feels after purchasing the wrong property. A home is one of the largest investments you will make in your life, so make sure you are making the right choice. So, are you thinking of moving? Here are mistakes you can avoid before buying. … [Read more...] about Moving? Mistakes To Avoid Before You Buy

We've all heard of the classic American dream of homeownership. However, this doesn't always have to mean a free-standing, single-family house. There are several great reasons to consider a townhouse. If you're looking to make that big, important investment in the near future, read on. Here are four reasons why a townhouse might be a perfect fit for you. … [Read more...] about Four Reasons Why a Townhouse Might Be a Perfect Fit