It turns out that living near the beach is really good for your overall health. While we could’ve told you that, there is evidence that the ocean air improves both a person’s physical and emotional being. In fact, doctors in the 18th century used to often prescribe a trip to the shore or time at […]
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Open houses can feel overwhelming at first. You visit 3 in one day, and once you’re home and pondering their value, you realize you don’t know much about any of them and are struggling to make a decision. We’re here to help. Be prepared to visit your local Open Houses this weekend with these three […]
Mortgage shopping? 6 ways to make getting one easier If you prepare, you can make things go much more smoothly. For many people, the most daunting part of the homebuying process isn’t finding the right house. It’s getting a mortgage. It’s easy to understand why that’s the case. Asking a bank or other financial institution to […]
6 Ways to Keep Tabs on Your Family Using Smart Home Technology One of the many benefits of smart home technology is the ability to keep tabs on your home when you can’t be there. Forgot to turn off the lights? Do it remotely. Not sure if you shut the garage door? Check on your smartphone […]
Natural Cycles of Sleep Our bodies are naturally encoded to respond to light and dark – sleeping with the rhythms of Mother Nature. The human body evolved to fall asleep soon after the descent of night’s curtain and to wake with the appearance of the dawn. Sleep cycles were governed by patterns of light and […]
Worry is an extension of fear, and can also set you up for attracting that which you don’t want in your life. We have all had the experience of worrying about something at some point in our lives. Some of us have a habitual tendency to worry, and all of us have known someone […]
Beginner’s Guide to Real Estate Investing Real estate investing can be a great option for diversifying your portfolio, making a little income during retirement or even starting a new career. Do you have what it takes? Find out in our beginner’s guide to real estate investing. Over the past fifty years or so, real estate […]
Outdoor Patio Ideas: Turn Your Yard into a Tropical Oasis If tropical settings are what you enjoy, why not experience them every day in the privacy of your own backyard? People generally underestimate the wide range of design ideas that can be incorporated into their backyards such as waterfalls, fire pits and a variety of […]
One of the hardest choices you’ll have to make during a kitchen remodel is what kind of cabinets to get. After all, this is where all your dishes and more get stored, so whatever you choose must suit your needs and tastes, and fit the space and your budget. In this latest installment of our Dream Kitchen Remodeling Guide, we’ll lay […]
If you’re looking to save money on your mortgage payments, you can’t afford to ignore these tips. 1. Accelerate a 30-year loan when you can’t afford a 15-year term One major advantage to getting a 15-year mortgage, as opposed to a 30-year loan, is that you’ll generally be eligible for a much lower interest rate. For […]