“If silence is ever golden, it must be here beside the graves of fifteen thousand men, whose lives were more significant than speech, and whose death was a poem, the music of which can never be sung.” These words, spoken by James Garfield at Arlington Cemetery in 1868, embody the spirit of Memorial Day! Although…
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What Makes a House a Home.
So, you’ve just been handed the keys to unlock the doors of your new home. Congratulations – it’s SUCH an exciting time! You’ve got dreams for new memories that will be made within these walls and hopes for the life you will live there. You’ve got a truckload of your belongings and furniture just outside…
Gardening, Landscaping, & Curb Appeal.
With the coming of Spring comes an increased focus on the outdoors. It’s the perfect time to plant a garden to enjoy throughout the Summer, or finally get around to executing those landscaping ideas you’ve been considering all Winter! Or even to improve your curb appeal if you are planning to sell your home. Just…
Five Ways to Plug into Your Community Better.
Hey, friends! I hope you are all enjoying these warmer days as much as I have been! There’s nothing quite like the coming of Spring to bring fresh energy. As we are stepping into the Spring and Summer months ahead, I wanted to take a minute to think about how to intentionally plug into our…
Financial Fundamentals for First-Time Buyers
If you’ve made the decision that it’s time to prepare for buying a home, congratulations! This is such a huge and exciting endeavor! The earlier you start doing your research and preparing yourself financially, the better off you will be as you navigate the world of mortgages, pre-approval, negotiating, and budgeting. Although it can seem…
Cut Costs, Not Corners.
Remodeling is such a great way to get the home of your dreams customized to your own needs and preferences, without having to build from the ground up. Home remodels can range from small-scale updates of fixtures, appliances, and external features to more large-scale remodels that include tearing out walls and re-structuring the layout of…