12 Tips for Spring Clean up
April 15, 2024
12 Tips for Spring Clean up 1. Get to Know Your Frost ZoneFirst things first—even if your friend down in North Carolina has tomato plants in the ground already, it doesn't mean you should in Massachusetts. Get to know your hardiness zone and check the Farmer's Almanac each year for approximate final frost dates.Perennials, trees, ...
Winter Energy-Saving Tips for Your Home
January 10, 2024
Winter Energy-Saving Tips for Your HomeAs the winter chill sets in, it's not just our bodies that need warmth – our homes do too! However, heating our homes can often result in skyrocketing energy bills. The good news is that there are numerous ways to save on heating costs while keeping our homes cozy and comfortable. In this ...
Holiday Party Ideas for Christmas 2023
December 08, 2023
The holiday season is just around the corner, and it's the perfect time to start planning your Christmas party for 2023. Whether you're a seasoned party host or a first-timer, we've got you covered with some amazing holiday party ideas that will make your event a memorable one. From festive decorations to delightful dishes and exciting ...
What is an insurance rider?
October 13, 2023
What is an insurance rider in a homeowner’s policy?An insurance rider — also referred to as a floater or an endorsement — is an optional add-on to an insurance policy. A homeowner’s insurance rider amends a basic policy. By purchasing a rider on top of your standard coverage, you may be able to increase your coverage ...
Spring Gardens - Clean Up Tips
March 15, 2023
As the weather is getting warmer, many new homeowners that purchased over the winter months are getting their first look at the gardens and flower beds around their new home. Feeling excited and ready to jump into cleaning them out and making them their own.Knowing when to start and how to spring clean garden areas is important ...
Avoid These Common Home Buying Regrets
February 10, 2023
Buying a home is a big decision. And for some recent homeowners, that decision has led to some real regrets—aka “buyer’s remorse.”But what, exactly, is driving that remorse?A recent article from realtor.com outlined some of the most common regrets recent buyers have experienced after purchasing their homes, including:Unexpected repairs. Many recent ...
2022 Lenawee County, Michigan, Year End Review
January 09, 2023
We are excited to begin 2023 with a year end review of 2022 of home sales in Lenawee County, Michigan. Through a hot market, covid precautions, and many new challenges presented last year, we managed to thrive! We are looking forward to 2023 and what it may bring, but let's take time to reflect on last year'...
How to Prepare Your Home for the Season
December 09, 2022
If you're preparing your home for fall and winter, you're probably looking forward to family gatherings and other holiday fun. However, you may run into seasonal challenges if you also plan on selling your home during this busy time. Distracted buyers, home staging issues, and the end of daylight savings time offer prime examples.Are you preparing ...
When Will Home Prices Come Down?
August 09, 2022
As the market continues to shift, more and more questions are being asked about how home prices will behave in the coming months. Will home prices continue to rise, or will they finally start to come down? If you’ve been interested in selling your home and/or buying a new one but have been intimidated by the fast-moving market, ...
MUST-HAVE TOOLS FOR HOMEOWNERS
August 02, 2022
When you own your home, things are going to break and, unless you want to spend your money on visits from a neighborhood handyman, you’re going to need to fix them yourself. Luckily, you don’t need an arsenal of tools to handle most home maintenance fixes. These five tools will cover most of your basic projects.Cordless ...
Protect Your Investment, Know Your Contractor
February 15, 2022
In this current marketplace, many homeowners are looking to maximize value during a time where home prices and the demand for homes are at an all-time high. Add to that, inflation has ensured that the cost of materials will be very high as well. So if you decide to update your home to maximize your potential return ...