We all know that the housing market is cyclical, not only in home values but also when it comes to activity. There’s a reason your inbox will be flooded with messages from REALTORs come March, signaling the start of spring market. Spring and summer have long held their position as the best time to list, but technology has […]
The Jewel of Toledo! It sparkles like a jewel thanks to its remarkable display of glass mosaic murals installed before the opening of the Toledo’s Main Library in 1940. These “jewel-like” puzzle pieces of hand-cut glass were placed onto large panels of Vitrolite. It displays 80 colors and stands six feet tall. The […]
Get outside & enjoy the great outdoors! June is National Camping Month and luckily for those of us in NW OH and SE MI, there’s no shortage of fantastic campgrounds in the area. Whether you’re a life-long outdoorsman or trying something new, you’re sure to find the perfect spot to set up camp. Monroe […]
Spring Housing Market Activity 2015 was widely considered to be the year housing regained its footing from the depths of the Great Recession: Home appreciation returned equity to places that hadn’t seen it in nearly a decade, interest rates promoted homeownership, and investors have started using a real estate investment strategy or two. The housing market […]
As with every decision in life, there are pros and cons, and choosing when to sell a home is no different. There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration before deciding when to sell a home. Many homeowners believe selling a home during the fall or winter […]
Seed: Seeding and overseeding will help inject new life into thinning grass, help fill in bare areas, and introduce grass varieties. Fertilize: Fall fertilizing helps lawns maintain future health and appearance. Be sure to factor in the types of grass in the lawn and the climate before fertilizing. Cool-season grasses should generally be fertilized […]
1) KEEP THINGS TIDY. All of the most adorable decorations in the world won’t feel cozy and inviting if they’re surrounded by clutter. It’s generally better to spend your time tidying up and just put a few decorations out here-and-there than it is to have a ton of items that are partially buried under […]
Starting the new school year can be a time of great excitement… and anxiety. Help calm your child’s fears (and your own) with these teacher-approved tips. Meet the new teacher. For kids, one of the biggest back-to-school fears is “Will I like my new teacher?” Breaking the ice early on is one of the […]
Planning Some of us are natural planners, and some of us…not so much. But a little planning can go a long way in making your next cookout or BBQ extra special for your family and friends! Thinking through the simple “who, what, when, and where” of your next party can save you a lot of […]
1. Clean out the garden. It’s time to clean your garden and remove all the debris (leaves, leftover snow, etc.) Get rid of weeds, making sure that you get the roots so they won’t grow back. This is also a good time to sharpen your garden tools, if needed, because you’re going to require […]