Image by Agover from Pixabay Where do you start when you first consider purchasing a home? Buyers who are new to the real estate market may not know exactly what they want in a house or where they want to live. While the dream homes found online, in magazines, and on your favorite television show are great resources...

Photo by Steve Buissinne via Pixabay Tackling projects around the house allows you to boost your skills, saves you money and ensures your home stays in peak condition -- usually. While DIY projects can be safe, successful and rewarding, there are some instances where you're better off leaving the work to a pro. From jobs that are dangerous...

Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash Whether you're looking at selling your home or just want to make it a little more appealing, one easy option to consider is creating a welcome wreath to keep on your front door. This creates a pleasant focal point for your home's entrance, and takes a minimum of investment to make it...

Photo by Steve Buissinne via Pixabay Some leaks are obvious -- coming home to a soggy rug or soaked floor is a pretty good indicator that you have some plumbing trouble -- but others are more discreet and can lead to a costly water bill and home damage if you don't catch them. Mold and mildew can develop...

Photo by Photographee.eu via Shutterstock Rustic décor style has been around and around some more. Today homeowners and designers alike still love this style, but it has evolved to meet some of their more modern design preferences. What is rustic décor? It’s a design style that focuses on natural fibers and textures with a heavy emphasis on wood....

Image by Zach Schorr from Pixabay Whether you’re buying or selling a home, you might discover there is an easement attached to your property. If so, you’re probably wondering how this affects your property values. What is an Easement? In a nutshell, an easement is for one person to have explicit permission to have use of another person’s...

If you receive an offer to purchase your home, you may have only a limited amount of time to decide whether to accept this proposal. As such, there are several factors you'll want to consider to determine whether to approve an offer to purchase your home. These factors include: 1. The Price of Your Home If you established a...

If a seller rejects your offer to purchase his or her house, there is no need to panic. At this point, there are many things you can do, including: 1. Craft a New Offer to Purchase If at first you don't succeed, try again. Remember, if you find your dream house but your initial offer to purchase is rejected,...

Photo by Paul Brennan via Pixabay If you're like many prospective homeowners who've been looking at listings lately in preparation for moving forward with purchasing property, you've noticed listings for foreclosures. Some people in your position are attracted by the idea of saving money on foreclosures, while others may simply have fallen in love with a home that...

Image by Kari Shea from Pixabay Have you ever walked into someone's home or office space and instantly felt that it was positive, welcoming and peaceful? It means more harmonious work with customers and clients and a more peaceful attitude at home. Imagine walking through your front door and the stresses of the day melting away. A good...

Enjoy the San Francisco lifestyle in this classic two-story Victorian located in the sought-after Noe Valley neighborhood. The main level features a formal foyer, double parlor living room and dining room separated by French doors, 2 fireplaces, hardwood flooring and period details. Off the dining room is the kitchen, full bathroom, southern facing sunroom with access to a deck and backyard. Upper level has 3 bedrooms with ample closets and full bathroom. The lower level has 2 additional rooms, 1/4 bath, 1 car garage parking and access to backyard and a sub-basement with countless possibilities. With a Walk score of 94 and a Transit...

Enjoy the San Francisco lifestyle in this classic two-story Victorian located in the sought-after Noe Valley neighborhood. The main level features a formal foyer, double parlor living room and dining room separated by French doors, 2 fireplaces, hardwood flooring and period details. Off the dining room is the kitchen, full bathroom, southern facing sunroom with access to a deck and backyard. Upper level has 3 bedrooms with ample closets and full bathroom. The lower level has 2 additional rooms, 1/4 bath, 1 car garage parking and access to backyard and a sub-basement with countless possibilities. With a Walk score of 94 and a Transit...