How to Protect Your Home (and Not Break Your Budget) Series My 4-week series is a must for every homeowner. Once you buy a home, it’s now all your responsibility! But are you truly prepared for the unexpected? This series is a great overview on what you need to know when it comes to getting […]

The wear and tear on your home from the outside elements each season is something you should never ignore as a homeowner.  Wind, snow, ice, rain, and sun can cause damage over a period of time if left unchecked. Whether you’re living in a single-family home or a townhome, you need to schedule regular maintenance that tackles […]

Have you ever been the last one to take a shower and run out of hot water? It could happen when you have too many overnight guests or one family member known for long showers!  That would be Mackenzie in our household! But, what happens when your water heater stops working efficiently on a daily […]

No one plans to waste money purposely… but sometimes it happens, especially when it comes to our homes.  As a first-time homeowner (and even those who are more seasoned), you don’t want your excitement over a new home to crank-up your spending. Owning a home already adds new expenses compared to renting.  At any point in […]

You never know if and when something will happen — whether it’s a big catastrophe or something less destructive, like a water leak – so you need to be prepared! It’s essential to choose the right company, the right price, and the right coverage for your specific situation.   Keep in mind, homeowners insurance is […]

Have you ever heard of radon?  Well, it’s a big deal.   It’s an odorless, colorless gas and is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States.  It can get trapped in our homes and be at such high levels that it can affect your health and, you wouldn’t ever know it unless you tested for it!   Read below […]

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas produced by burning gas, wood, propane, charcoal or other fuel. You must have a CO detector if you have fuel-burning appliances in your home. If you have such appliances on more than one level of your home, you should have a carbon monoxide detector on each level; and […]

Wee 3:  Past Client/Homeowner Sphere Newsletter  Post this article to your website Article Title:   Should You Consider Getting a Home Warranty?  As a homeowner, you just never know when you’ll face unexpected and costly repairs for your home.  A home warranty can sound like a great solution to this dilemma, but is it really worth it? Home […]

With busy schedules, it’s easy to let regular home maintenance fall off your to-do list. Like many homeowners, you might try to cram certain projects into one weekend. Or worse yet, disaster strikes and you get hit with a large bill since you never got around to a minor task that turned into a major issue. […]

My Dirty Little Secrets for Buying a Home Buying a home for the first time can be confusing. That’s why the tips and strategies you’ll find in this 8-week series will set you on the right path. It’s my own unique approach and a “behind the scenes” glimpse of what you should look out for […]