If you’ve been having to duck and dodge the flight of an unusually high number of wasps around your yard this summer there’s a good reason. Certain conditions on your property may actually be attracting these winged critters. Here are two more things that are attracting wasps to your yard. Open Trash Cans This shouldn’t surprise […]
2 Things an Inspection May Reveal in an Older Home
If you’re in the process of purchasing an older home, perhaps one that was built in the ‘70s, ‘60s, or earlier, you can have all of the modern conveniences of most other homes—but you should be prepared to perform certain repairs and renovations to bring your potential new residence up to date with the latest […]
3 Things That Attract Wasps to Your Yard, and What to Do
If you think you’ve had to dodge the flight of an unusually high amount of wasps around your yard this summer you’re probably not mistaken. Certain parts of your property and landscape may actually be attracting these winged insects. Here are three things that attract wasps to your yard. Unpainted Wood Surfaces Lots of home and […]
Is There a Difference Between a Couch and a Sofa?
Do you say couch, or sofa? There’s no real difference, right? Pah-tay-toe, pah-tah-toe? According to interior designers at Southern Living magazine there is a marked difference between the two terms. Have a seat. Get comfortable. We’ll give you a quick explanation. From a historical standpoint the word “couch” is believed to be derived from the French […]
2 More Things to Purge From Your Cabinets Before Your Home Hits the Market
You should expect potential homebuyers to comb through every part of your property when your home is on the market, especially storage in the kitchen. This means your cabinets will be under scrutiny. Before listing your home, consider these two important things to toss from your cabinets to showcase storage space and a fresh appearance. […]
2 Key Things to Toss From Your Cabinets Before Listing Your Home
When your house is on the market you should expect potential buyers to comb through every part of your property, especially storage in the kitchen—a key consideration when it comes to the heart of the home. This means your cabinets will be under scrutiny. Before your home hits the market consider these two important things […]
Toxic Weeds: How Cressleaf Groundsel (Yellowtop) Could Kill Your Cattle
Cressleaf groundsel, or yellowtop, is a butterweed that’s toxic to cattle. It’s native to Florida, North and South Carolina, Georgia, Indiana, and Texas, and is also found in states including South Dakota and Ohio. This weed grows in prairies and floodplains in clay and loam soils. Below we’ve summarized what you need to know about […]
3 MORE Things That Can Hurt the Value of Your Home
Just like any other structure your home requires attention and periodic maintenance. Deferring upkeep or performing shoddy work will only lessen the value of your property. Be aware of these three things that can devalue your residence. Substandard Work If work performed in or around your property isn’t done well you will undermine its potential […]
3 Things That Can Hurt the Value of Your Home
Over time, areas of your residence are sure to require maintenance and updates. Putting off such work, and skirting building codes when making improvements, are sure to hurt the value of your home. Be aware of these three things that can devalue your property. Deferred Maintenance Simply because an issue in or around your home […]
2 Ways to Upgrade Your Home on the Cheap, According to HGTV’s Alison Victoria
If you can dress for less, can’t you do the same for your home? Designer and HGTV show host Alison Victoria says yes, and shares two simple ways to dress-up your home without breaking the bank. Create a Wood-Paneled Accent Wall…Using Stick-On Panels Stick-on wood panels? Yes, they’re a thing. Here’s Alison Victoria’s take on […]