Sealing and Insulating Your Ductwork
Posted on Mar 11, 2022 in Home Improvement
Who doesn’t want to save money on utility bills? A good place to start is by insulating your ducts. Insulation isn’t free, but as the old saying goes, sometimes you have to spend some to make some. When it comes to adding duct insulation, your monthly savings in utility bills will soon cover the costs, especially if you install the insulation yours...What To Prioritize When Selling Your House
Posted on Mar 04, 2022 in For Sellers
Today’s housing market is full of unprecedented opportunities. High buyer demand paired with record-low housing inventory is creating the ultimate sellers’ market, which means it’s a fantastic time to sell your house. However, that doesn’t mean sellers are guaranteed success no matter what. There are still some key things to know so you can avoid c...Found a Buyer on Your Own? Here’s Why You Still Should Use an Agent
Posted on Feb 25, 2022 in For Sellers
Let’s say you’re selling your house. And before you even get a chance to snap listing photos and put it on the market, a buyer comes along. Perhaps the buyer makes you an offer you just can’t refuse. Congratulations, you just cut out many steps of the home-selling process—showings, open houses, and haggling over price.With an offer in hand, you mig...
Pros and Cons of Radiant Floor Heating
Posted on Feb 18, 2022 in Home Improvement
Oh, those cold toes. Hard surface flooring can feel downright uncomfortable under bare feet on cold mornings. You can toss down area rugs and get some cozy slippers. Or you could install in-floor radiant heat, and never fear your floors again.Heated flooring systems come in two varieties—electric coil and tubes of heated water. Both options come wi...
Glam Up Your Home With Crown Molding
Posted on Feb 11, 2022 in Home Improvement
Installing crown and other types of molding is an easy upgrade that can give a classy, traditional look to your home and add to its value. A good miter saw, which can make cross-cuts at various angles, and some patience make this a feasible do-it-yourself project. Not up on your molding lingo? Let’s start with the basics: Molding is a strip or bloc...Home Energy Cost: The Real Deal on Big Bills That Come With a House
Posted on Feb 04, 2022 in For Buyers
Home energy cost is not something people always think of when it comes to buying a house. But don’t get consumed by the details of finding and buying a house without considering the potential bills you’ll have to pay every month for heating, cooling and more.Home energy cost considerations
Even an affordable mortgage payment could quickly tip into t...