Poor Rain Drainage Can Drain Your Equity
Posted on Mar 14, 2019 in Home Improvement, Home Ownership, Newsletter Article, Outdoors
As a new homeowner, you may not know much about drainage, but rainwater that isn’t properly drained away from your home and yard can result in high repair costs and mold remediation that can deplete your equity quickly.
Outdoor Lighting for Safety and Beauty
Posted on Nov 21, 2018 in Home Improvement, Home Ownership, Newsletter Article, Outdoors
Landscape lighting is one of the best ways to make your home safer and more appealing. You can highlight your home’s best features and light the way to your entry for guests, all while eliminating dark hiding spots for unwelcome visitors.
Avoid Water Shortages with Xeriscaping
Posted on May 28, 2018 in Home Ownership, Newsletter Article, Outdoors
In many parts of the country, from California to Texas, green lawns are not indigenous to the region. Non-native landscaping contributes heavily to water shortages in many areas, causing watering restrictions. How can homeowners help? By adopting a concept called Xeriscaping.
Before You Paint Your Brick Exterior
Posted on Jan 14, 2018 in Home Improvement, Home Ownership, Newsletter Article, Outdoors
The Brick Industry Association touts brick for its strength, energy efficiency and low maintenance, but sometimes brick can just be dated or downright ugly. A fresh new color on your home’s exterior brick can go a long way toward updating your home.
Home Sellers: Check Your Home For Storm Damage
Posted on Feb 21, 2016 in Home Improvement, Home Ownership, Home Selling Tips, Newsletter Article, Outdoors
It’s been another crazy year of weather damaging houses throughout the country. Home sellers should take a close look at their property for storm damage and make appropriate repairs.
The Importance of Curb Appeal
Posted on Nov 14, 2015 in Home Improvement, Home Selling Tips, Newsletter Article, Outdoors
Great curb appeal invites prospective buyers to view the rest of the property. In fact, it can increase the value of a property by as much as 15-20%.
What’s Over Your Head? Selecting the Right Materials & Color For Your Roof
Posted on Oct 18, 2015 in Home Improvement, Home Ownership, HomeFit Magazine Article, Outdoors
Does your roof need to be replaced? It can be a difficult choice when deciding the color and which materials to use. Choosing the right roof is not only important for aesthetic reasons, but it may also impact your energy bills and home’s value.