March 7th, 2016 at 10:00 am
Daylight saving time occurs twice a year when we set our clocks forward or back an hour. It also serves as the perfect reminder for a few maintenance projects around your house. Daylight saving begins on Sunday, March 13, at 2 a.m. and ends on Sunday, Nov. 6, at 2 a.m.
After you’ve changed your clocks, perform these other seasonal home-maintenance tasks to keep your home safe and operating efficiently.
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March 3rd, 2016 at 10:00 am
Congratulations! You’ve successfully purchased a new home, and we can’t think of a better reason to celebrate. A housewarming party is one of the rare times where it’s socially acceptable to throw a celebration in honor of yourself. So, embrace it! Invite your family and friends over to share in the excitement of your new home.
As the host of the event, there are a few thing to consider as you plan, party, and debrief. Here we’ve outlined several considerations and common courtesies for you as the host. Remember, it’s your party and time to shine, so take advantage of the spotlight! (more…)
March 1st, 2016 at 10:00 am
From the start of the homebuying process to the day the new tenant moves in, a lot needs be done. That’s why when new homeowners finally get to their recently purchased space they are often excited to invite family and friends over for a housewarming party! These parties give the new homeowner the chance to flaunt their recently new home and show off their interior design and DIY skills. If you’re an attendee at a housewarming party, it can be a daunting task to figure out exactly what the new homeowner may need. After all, they just finished moving, so any big items are a no go. (more…)
February 29th, 2016 at 10:00 am
You’ve probably heard the sarcastic old saying: “A house is just a hole in the ground surrounded by four walls into which you constantly pour money.”
Well, it doesn’t have to be that way if you’re a conscientious homeowner who maintains your property on an ongoing basis. With so many things that need to be inspected, repaired, and replaced over the years, home upkeep can be a bit overwhelming. (more…)
February 23rd, 2016 at 10:00 am
A real estate purchase, especially for first-time buyers, is a significant moment in the owner’s life and the occasion deserves a celebration. It shows friends and family that hard work has paid off and the buyer is now pursuing their own American dream. It’s an achievement many work toward during their adult life. The idea of a housewarming party is not a new one, but it has become a social norm.
If you’ve never attended a housewarming party, you might find yourself at a bit of a loss when the invitation arrives in the mail. After all, housewarming parties follow a slightly different format than other gatherings. For example, when attending a baby shower, it is considered bad etiquette if an attendee shows up without a gift. The host for these types of parties also varies. With a baby shower, the host or party planner is typically an immediate family member, but with a housewarming party, the new homeowners are the ones doing the planning and hosting.
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