June 2nd, 2015 at 10:00 am
You’ve probably heard about composting, whether it was from a friend, in a magazine or maybe you saw our Pinterest board. You may have even considered trying it, but do you actually know what composting is?
Well we’ve done our research, so you’ll know a little more before you dive in. We’ll tell you what it is, how to do it, and why you should be composting.
Compost is a mixture of various decaying organic substances, such as dead leaves or manure, used for fertilizing soil. Sounds gross, right?
As gross as it might seem to us, plants love it and it is an amazing food source for them. But if you want to make your plants happy, and make sure you don’t end up with a smelly mess, you’ll need the correct mixture of ingredients for your compost.
May 26th, 2015 at 10:00 am
Watching paint dry can be exciting. Especially if it’s on your home’s interior walls.
Real estate agents, interior designers, and do-it-yourselfers agree: Painting a home’s interior is one of the best ways to quickly boost its value. Whether you’re planning to sell or just want to freshen up the walls, a fresh coat of paint can be a relatively inexpensive improvement.
According to Consumer Reports.org, spending $100 to $1,000 to repaint your kitchen and bathrooms, and touch up the rest of the house, might help you raise the asking price by $2,000 to $6,000. The site also notes that 16 percent of real estate professionals say interior painting is an important element in selling a home.
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April 9th, 2015 at 3:00 pm
While renting out your home isn’t as easy as finding a tenant, using a first home or even buying a second home for the purpose of renting can be an excellent way to bring in additional income. If you’re considering renting out your home, follow these steps to get started.
April 2nd, 2015 at 1:00 pm
When preparing to buy your home, there are many financial considerations to think through before taking the plunge. Typically, buyers are prepared to deal with the financial commitment that comes along with a mortgage, taxes, and insurance. However, other costs are associated with homeownership that buyers should expect to deal with once the transaction is completed. Below is a list of some of the things you’ll want to prepare for once you become a homeowner.
March 19th, 2015 at 2:00 pm
As a property owner, you retain a degree of responsibility, known as premises liability, for your guests and other people who are present on your property. When it comes to this law, your visitors can be classified as invitees, licensees, or trespassers.
A certain responsibility falls on the property owner to ensure that all visitors are kept safe from dangerous conditions.
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