Image by 영훈 박 from Pixabay One of the great benefits of having a home of your own is being able to host friends and family. If it’s your first time living in a house that’s big enough for more than just you, you’ll want to make sure you plan out the best way to keep people comfortable...

Although adding solar energy systems to single-family dwellings can reduce utility bills and improve property values, a large installation's price tag sometimes proves prohibitive. Spending tens of thousands of dollars on state-of-the-art panels, wiring and equipment necessary to convert the sun's rays into lighting can easily exceed one's budget. However, increasing your renewable energy footprint does not necessarily...

Image by congerdesign from Pixabay If you're looking to buy a new home, there's no reason you should be limited by your geographic area. In today's digital world, buying a home in another city, another state or even in another country has never been easier or more convenient. Additionally, when you buy a home remotely, you're not limited...

Evenings in the backyard are always more cozy with a fire pit. If you’ve been wanting to upgrade your yard with a fire pit of your own, the good news is that there are plenty of ways to build one. One of the easiest ways is by building a ring out of retaining wall blocks. We’ll go over...

Photo by Sue Smith via Shutterstock Choosing what to upgrade or fix in, on or around your home can be a complicated process. Changes fall into two categories – things that increase or decrease value (or sale price) and things that increase or decrease salability (or how willing people are to pay full price for it). Before you...

Photo by Andrey_Popov via Shutterstock Federal law allows you to get your credit report free once per year. To do so, go to annualcreditreport.com and request your report. You need to do this at least once a year so that you can correct any errors or missing information. Differences Between Credit Report & Credit Score You typically have...

Image by TEENA COBB from Pixabay Building a custom new home allows you to create a home that’s well-suited to your needs and lifestyle. Floor plans, color choices and fixture options are just some of the ways that you can adjust a home to your liking. Here are five other major ways to make a custom home truly...

Photo by Fizkes via Shutterstock Months of searching, attending open houses, and viewing available homes finally paid off. You’ve found the perfect property in the perfect neighborhood for the perfect price. You’re ready to make an offer. Then, it happens, you get the dreaded call from your agent telling you there are multiple offers on the property. How...

Houseplants have been trending for some time, but have exploded in popularity among homeowners wanting to bring a bit of nature indoors. Not only can the presence of plants help soothe anxiety and stress, they can also help purify the air in your home. If you are interested in adding a few new houseplants to your home in...

Photo by Analogicus via Pixabay After settling into your home, you start to notice a few things either need to be retouched or completely overhauled. The biggest issue that a lot of homeowners run into is the money for the project. Even after assessing whether the project is a DIY or you’ll need a professional, funding still comes...

Gorgeous remodeled home, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, & an office, oversized 2 car garage, newly refinished wood floors, interior painted, Kitchen opens to family room, living room & dining room w/ granite counters in kitchen, SS Appliances w/ new dishwasher, center island, gas cooktop, washer & dryer included. Cherry Wood cabinets, master walk in closet. Beautiful barn door separates the master from the rest of the home, 3 French Doors that go to the patio, Has raised garden bed in back if you want to grow your own veggies, close to restaurants, shopping, entertainment. beautiful pavers on driveway, Landlord will also lease for 6...

Looking for a home that needs some love? Great location! Close to Old Town Scottsdale, Tempe, ASU, Fashion Square, and Spring Training. Easy access to the 101 & 202. Community pool, grass & fruit trees on grounds and clubhouse. One of the few units with it's own washer & dryer inside. French doors in both the primary bedroom and the family room- both French doors access small private patio. Crown molding throughout. Two bedroom, one bath, access to bathroom from main hallway. Low HOA Fee covers water, trash & sewer, An assigned covered parking space included. Close to the new San Francisco Giants Training Facility...