Image by 3D Animation Production Company from Pixabay Everyone talks about preparing financially to purchase and own a home. However, it’s not always exactly clear how to prepare. Rather than get overwhelmed by details, there are some basic things you can start with in order to get your finances ready for home ownership. Here we will go over...

Image by Mudassar Iqbal from Pixabay Construction of affordable starter homes is failing to keep pace with the number of first-time house hunters. At the same time, more homeowners are resisting the siren song of selling to these potential buyers in order to move up or downsize. It's a trend called "rising tenure length." Owners are staying put....

Image by congerdesign from Pixabay Have you always dreamed of having a beautiful stately headboard at the head of your bed? Do you have an old door and wonder just what you can do with it? If you answered yes to both of those questions, boy, do we have the perfect project for you. Using your old door...

Image by Steppinstars from Pixabay Before you plunk your hard-earned money down on a working luxury ranch, look at several factors, including location, features, your experience and business opportunities. The success of the ranch hinges on your experience or the people you hire to run the ranch. Even if it’s a private ranch where you might sell horses...

Catnip is an herb of many talents. Besides being famously loved by cats, it also has many benefits for your home and garden. Catnip can be particularly beneficial when grown in vegetable gardens because of its pest-repelling properties. Here we’ll go into detail about how and why to use catnip in your vegetable garden. Bug Repellent One of...

Photo by George Becker from Pexels One of the most popular ways to invest in real estate is through owning rental property. Owning an apartment building or other multi-unit property allows you to rent out the space to tenants and collect a regular income. There are advantages to this type of investment but also some downsides to consider....

Photo by Ilona Krijgsman via Pixabay Whether you own a cat, dog, reptile, or another animal, these critters are members of the family. But with cramped spaces and home layouts that aren’t very focused on the comfort and safety of your pets, you may need to make some modifications to make your home more pet-friendly. And given how...

Remodeling your home can give it a fresh look, but figuring out what changes to make can be difficult when you have a strict budget to stick to. Fortunately, you don’t have to spend a lot of time and money to upgrade your home. In fact, there are several easy and cost-effective ways to improve your home’s appearance....

Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay It may be tempting, when buying a home remotely, to jump at the first great deal that fits your checklist. But, number of beds and baths aren't everything. Location matters, too. So does the school district if you have school-age children. Don't be afraid to delve deeply into a property that you're thinking...

Enjoy this furnished Mountain retreat surrounded by tall Ponderosas in the beautiful Chaparral Pines Golf Course Community. Great getaway to cooler temps, just north of Phoenix. MAIN LEVEL: Primary Suite, 2nd bedroom, 2nd bathroom, tongue & groove vaulted ceiling in Great Room, Gas Fireplace, two Private Covered Patios. LOWER LEVEL: Primary Suite, 2nd bedroom, 2nd bathroom, family room, Gas Fireplace, private covered patio, great for guests. BONUS: Laundry Room on both levels, beautiful wood doors throughout, large windows for natural light, Gas Range. Short walk to the Clubhouse, golf course, community pool, fitness center and...

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...