A Homeowners association, or “HOA”, is a community of homeowners who abide to a governed structure formed by the neighborhood. It’s an association created to care for the neighborhood formed by the residents within that community. The association maintains and cares for the integrity of the community, similar how...
If you are reading this, congratulations! Finally deciding on taking this important and crucial step is a huge accomplishment. But like all big steps in life there are risks, big and small, that need to be carefully considered and navigated. This list will help you traverse the hardships of...
We get it. You love your pets, and you love your houseplants—they’re almost like pets themselves! In many cases, pets and plants can safely co-exist, but there are also a large number of well-known houseplants that are toxic to cats and dogs. This can be a dangerous issue if...
“Staging” is the practice of setting up and furnishing an empty house being sold, rather than leaving it empty. It’s all for cosmetic purposes. Staging is a relatively new practice that has exploded in popularity in the past 2 decades. It was discovered that furnishing homes when selling had...
Now that the weather is warming up (perhaps a little too warm this year), it’s time to air out the house, mow our lawns, and most importantly: clean our grills. Besides warmer weather, this sensational season brings out the best in summer cuisine and all the refreshing flavors we’ve...
Now that most of us have flipped the A/C on high inside our homes, it’s safe to say that summer is officially here! And with it, an entire roster of spring-cleaning chores we’ve been putting off… Well folks, it’s time to stop procrastinating and tackle the biggest of the...
Whether you’re dealing with stress from the demands of your job, a traumatic event, or simply the uncertain state of the world, you’re not alone. Around 75 percent of individuals struggle with feelings of stress that jeopardize their mental and physical health. Naturally, some stress is a normal part...
Housing instability and affordability is a serious problem in America. The novel coronavirus pandemic, the negative effects of climate change, and a movement to fight racial injustice have brought America’s long-lasting housing issues to the forefront. Luckily, the Biden-Harris ambitious housing agendas might bring optimism to the real estate...
With the holiday season on our heels, it’s time to think about how we can celebrate safely. For many of us, the holidays are one of the only times of year when we can connect with our family and friends. But with the coronavirus pandemic still a very real...
With the holidays approaching and COVID numbers going up across the country – traveling for the holidays is becoming more complicated. The CDC is recommending people stay home, but if you have to travel, here are a few things to think about. Get tested. Many universities, concerned about sending...