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 ...
WINTER HOME MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST
February 15, 2022
Winter Home Maintenance Checklist:1) Check your Heating System2) Schedule a Chimney Cleaning3) Clean out your Gutters4) Check your Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Dectectors 5) Find out if any Heat is escaping your house6) Stock up on Emergency Supplies7) Maintain the Trees on your property8) Clear Snow and Ice from your Roof and Trees9) Prevent Pipes from Freezing10) Reverse the ...
How to Fix Up Your HUD Home in Charlotte
February 03, 2021
Post by: Nancy Braun, Showcase Realty How your home looks after getting it renovated dictates the difference between a good or bad HUD home deal. This is true whether you bought the house to live in, or as an investment.Repairing a newly-bought foreclosed home could pose as quite a challenge. HUD homes are sold “as-is”, and ...
Top 6 Home Organization Upgrades that “Spark Joy” for Buyers
May 15, 2019
Thanks to Marie Kondo and her hit Netflix series “Tidying Up,” home organization is a hot topic right now. Marie encourages her viewers to minimize their possessions and keep only those items that “spark joy.”With spring in full bloom, now is the perfect time to do some spring cleaning and add organizational systems to ...
Your Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
March 12, 2019
When winter departs, it's time to check for damage and prepare for the hot weather ahead.Brought to you by Houzz With the days lengthening and weather warming, spring is a good time to get outdoors and tackle some larger home projects. Now that the threat of winter storms has passed, you can look for damage and make ...
2019's Hottest Home Remodel Trends That Will Increase the Value of Your Home
March 12, 2019
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Top 10 Tips for Selling Your Home During the Holidays
December 14, 2018
The holiday season from November through January is often considered the worst time to put a home on the market. While the thought of selling your home during the winter months may dampen your holiday spirit, the season does have its advantages: holiday buyers tend to be more serious and competition is less fierce with fewer homes being actively ...
How to Keep Your Home Safe and Secure During the Holidays Hillary Johnston | Nov 1, 2018 | Safety Tips
November 13, 2018
1. Keep your travel plans offline.If you are planning to travel during the holiday season, be sure to keep your travel plans off your social media networks. Never post where you are going, when you are leaving, or when you will be back. This is prime information for a thief because he will know when your house will ...
Mold prevention & Remediation
October 22, 2018
MOLDPosted on October 21, 2018 in UncategorizedMold is a common household occurrence. However, there are some very severe cases that can cause damage to the entire structure and illness to any inhabitants. https://youtu.be/1dkMK8Mbts8If you are buying a home, be sure to include a mold inspection. If you are selling a property, be proactive and have the home ...
Storm and Hurricane Preparedness for Homeowners
September 13, 2018
The following is an a well-written, fairly comprehensive article by PETRO Home Services on preparing your home (and occupants) for storms and hurricanes. The original article can be found on the web at: https://www.petro.com/resource-center/storm-and-hurricane-preparedness-for-homeowners Storm and Hurricane Preparedness for Homeowners Hurricane season along the Eastern and Mid-Atlantic seaboard traditionally starts on June 1 and continues through November ...
How Do I Get My Charlotte NC Home Ready to Sell?
July 05, 2018
Post by: Nancy Braun, Showcase Realty Want to sell your Charlotte NC Home Fast and For Top Dollar? Here's what you need to do... Organize and prioritizeAre you thinking of putting your Charlotte NC home up for sale? For many sellers, one of the most dreaded tasks is to prepare the home for ...
Keep the flu from taking over your home.
February 14, 2018
Is your house hit with the flu? 7 cleaning tips to keep it from spreadingKeep the flu from taking over your home with these easy steps.by Karen B. Gibbs / Jan.22.2018 / 1:39 PM ET / Source: TODAYThere's no doubt about it, this flu season has been brutal. But you’re not powerless when it ...
