What could be more boring than talking about roof shingles? Maybe talking about sub-roofing... But don’t worry. We’re sticking to shingles today! One of the first things realtors and home-buyers look at when they pull [...]

When you’ve gotten Mom new hand towels, a candle, or a new set of slippers for the 18th year in a row, you may be hoping for a fresh new idea to surprise her this [...]

Well, you did it. You officially booked your first walk-through EVER. Isn't it exciting? If you're like most of the first time homebuyers we talk to, it might feel a little overwhelming tot know what [...]

When you’re starting the home-buying process, you need to know how much money you can afford for a down payment. This can feel like a daunting process for first-time home buyers. Fears of PMI and [...]

Every year, a report gets published that mentions the home renovations that bring the most value for resale. Here are the top three renovations from 2021 that you might consider doing in your home.   [...]

One of the first steps in buying a home is finding a realtor. The question is – where to start? You’ve probably had 3 people tell you they’ll connect you with the realtor they used, [...]

If you’re in the market for a new home, you probably have a checklist of the top must-haves for your family – an open concept, hardwood floors, a fenced-in yard… One thing you might not [...]

A little bit of green in your house can do wonders for the winter blues. The great news is - there are a handful of EASY indoor plants that don’t require a ton of direct [...]

Design trends can be fleeting – in one month and out the next. But often it’s interesting to see what’s “trending”, just for our own curiosities. We put together a quick look at what’s in [...]

Fall seems to be the most nostalgic season of the year. It could be because we spend more time inside with family. Or maybe that crisp autumn air reminds us of football games, candles, and [...]

The third step in our Home Buying 101 process is finding a mortgage lender. (Yes, we realized we’re a mortgage lender, but we promise we’re simply here to educate!) A few words of advice: Find [...]

While you’re on the hunt for a real estate agent or broker, it’s important to have the numbers crunched and ready to go. The main number you need to crunch is how much mortgage you [...]

  Your first step in the home-buying process can feel overwhelming. Finding the right real estate agent feels like finding a new doctor or dentist after you move to a new city. Where do you [...]

Gasp. You’re ready to buy your first home.  Some of you may already have a few ducks in a row when it comes to taking your next steps. But for those of you who don’t [...]

Moving into a home is a really emotional experience, but it’s also deeply spiritual. Your family is moving into a space that will hold scraped-knee tears, living room forts, and of course --  gobs of [...]

Those first few days your kids are at college can be crazy overwhelming. So making sure their dorm room feels "homey" can go a long way! There are a lot of dorm room checklists out [...]