
Balancing the Emotional and Practical Sides of Buying a Home
Imagine this scenario...
You’re shopping for a new home. You drive to visit a recent listing. As you walk through the front door, you’re impressed. Every room looks fantastic. You see yourself relaxing on the spacious patio, cooking in the modern kitchen, and enjoying evenings with the family in the cozy living room. Your emotions are on overdrive. This is your dream home! Should you make an offer? Probably. In fact, you should make that decision quickly in case there are ot

Create More Space in your Kitchen
Need more storage space in your kitchen for your growing collection of cookware, tableware, and supplies? You don’t have to do a renovation or even add a new table or cupboard. Here are a few simple ideas: Pantry dividers. These enable you to store baking sheets, cutting boards and platters in an upright position, effectively doubling the storage capacity of that area. Removable wine rack. This is simply an X made with wood and then slid into a cabinet space. You can make one

Avoiding Moisture Problems in the Home
There are many hidden sources of moisture in your home that can lead to serious problems, such as mold. To keep moisture levels in check, consider these tips: Bathrooms are an obvious source of moisture build-up. Contractor and TV personality Mike Holmes recommends keeping the fan going for at least half an hour after a shower. Check regularly for water infiltration around window and door sills, as well as other intakes into the home, such as dryer vents and cable wiring. Det