Credit Card Debt

How To Shrink Credit Card Debt Before Mortgage Shopping

More than half of America carries credit card debt, incurring super high interest rates on an average outstanding balance of $6,000. Meanwhile, home loan rates are at record lows. If you're a buyer seeking a mortgage, the credit card debt…
Candles

Three Ways To Stop Being “Bugged” By Insects

Are you still swatting away those summer insects hanging around in your garden and even coming into the kitchen? Perhaps it's time to do something about that; all of the insects in Texas can drive you crazy, especially if you love entertaining…
Hot Kitchen Features

Survey Identifies Hot Kitchen Features

When it is time to discuss how you want your kitchen to look, there are a million options. What are some of the hot kitchen design trends out there today? The kitchen has been the most upgraded area of the home since the pandemic, according…
Best Loan

Find The Best Loan With These 5 Tips

The idea of building a home is an incredibly exciting feeling for many buyers. But you come back to earth when faced with the challenge of choosing a lender and finding the best loan for your needs.  The variety of interest rates and…
Keeping Your Home Clean

The Nitty Gritty Of Keeping Your Home Clean

Keeping your home clean can be one of the toughest jobs you've ever tackled - and often seems like a never ending cycle. From dust on the windowsills to streaks on your windows, hard water stains in the bathroom to scratches on your hardwood…
Gardeners

Colorful Plants For Gardeners With Little Time

Everyone wants their home to have curb appeal - whether they are selling the home or living there. Some gardeners will get out there and dig in on their own, while some opt to hire professional landscapers to do the job. Regardless of what…
DIY Plumbing

The Five Deadly Sins Of DIY

A little DIY never hurt anyone....right? Oh the tales we've heard from people all over our industry. While it does pay to be a bit handy and know the basic systems of your home and how to maintain them, sometimes the TV makes DIY projects…
EV Charger

Rev Up Your Home Appeal With An EV Charger

When you're considering some of the options you want to add to your home, consider installing an EV charger (electric vehicle charger) in your garage so that whether now or in the future you (or the future owners of your home) can charge their…
Backyard Privacy

Don’t Sit On The Fence When It Comes to Backyard Privacy

Summer provides the ideal opportunity to complete DIY projects that can add value to your home. If you've just built your home, you may not have decided yet what shape your backyard will take - will you be adding a pool, do you need lush…
Growing Families

Housing Options For Growing Families

Is your current home starting to run out of space for your growing family? It's a common reason to think about upgrading your property.  As an experienced custom home builder, we've found that “family” is the most common reason…
Minimize Housework

Want To Minimize Housework?

Cleaning can feel more like a full time occupation than a chore if your family members –  especially teenagers – glide through life dumping dirty dishes in the sink, leaving used glasses on the countertop, and never emptying the trash…
Lawn Tips

Lawn Tips To Make The Neighbors Green With Envy

A well kept, lush lawn will complement any landscaping or improvements to the front of your home. But if your yard is full of weeds and wild grasses, you might undo all the other good work designed to maximize its value.  Lawns require…