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What to Consider When Buying a Vacation Home

What to Consider When Buying a Vacation Home So you want to buy a vacation home? You aren’t alone. The thought of never touching a germ-ridden remote or ancient hotel carpet again is extremely appealing.  There are many things to consider before purchasing a vacation home, and here are a few of them! Set a […]

Taking an Effective Day Off

Taking an Effective Day Off For most of us, a day off work can feel just as mentally, physically, or emotionally taxing as hours spent on the clock. That being said, it is extremely difficult to remain present, efficient, and attentive when it’s been a while since your last proper “recharge.” You may have heard […]

What Makes Walks On The Beach So Romantic?

What Makes Long Walks On The Beach So Romantic? It’s a long-running joke that couples enjoy “long romantic walks on the beach,” and for good reason. So what makes the beach so romantic? Relaxation.It’s no secret that the beach provides a relaxing atmosphere. Since the beach isn’t a typical location for work or home, it […]

5 Things To Do At The Beach You Might Not Have Thought Of (for the entire family!)

5 Things To Do At The Beach You Might Not Have Thought Of (for the entire family!) As summer comes to an end, so does the occasional family day-trip to the beach (because who wants to go on the crowded weekends?) Here are a few fun and new things to try this weekend that you […]

The Beach is Good for You

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 […]

3 Tips For Visiting Open Houses

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

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

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 […]