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Jan 18, 2026 • 14 min read

Pros and Cons of Buying a New Construction Home

There are many pros and cons to buying a new construction home, and its important to understand the whole picture before proceeding. In this article we will dive into all the benefits, drawbacks, and tips we have for buying new construction homes. In 2019, roughly 1.29 million houses began undergoing construction in the U.S. With so many people buying new construction homes its no wonder theres be

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Apr 6, 2021 15 min read

Living Alone: Home Safety Checklist

Whether its your first time living solo, or youre a seasoned pro at enjoying the many advantages to having your own place, when you live alone or even as a single parent, there are some extra safety concerns that a person should keep in mind.By employing a safety checklist, you can enjoy all the great parts of living on your own, while also havingthe peace of mind that you are well protected. For

Apr 4, 2021 11 min read

A Homeowner’s Guide to Creating A Sensory-Friendly Space For Individuals with Sensory Processing Disorders

For individuals or families with children that have sensory processing disorder, it is important for homeowners to create a safe space for those dealing with this condition. Asensory processing disorder isa condition with which an individual has trouble receiving and processing information through the five senses.These disorders are seen more in children but can also affect adults in everyday lif

Apr 1, 2021 7 min read

How Much Does a Septic Tank Cost?

Before we dive into how much a septic tank costs, lets first understand what septic tanks are for and why you need them. When you build a new home, you need to find out if you need a septic or if you can tie it into a city sewer. A city sewer pipes wastewater from your home to a waste treatment plant. A Septic tank is a large tank with a drain field. It is usually buried underground near your home

Mar 30, 2021 10 min read

Home Office: How to Create a Productive Environment at Home

The average commute to work is 30-minutes one way and 60-minutes total per day - Its no wonder employees are more productive when working from their home office. Are people more productive when working from home The average remote worker spends 1.4 more days per month or 16.8 more days per year working than those who work from an office. Thats an extra 3 work weeks per year So how does one create

Mar 28, 2021 6 min read

10 Tips: How to Convert a Spare Room into an Office

Wondering how to convert a spare room into a home office Here are 10 tips that will take your spare room into a productive workspace Working from home has a lot of benefits and it has its problems, too. From anxious pets vying for your attention to children running around the home you have to create a safe space to get work done. You can avoid many of those problems by converting a spare room int

Mar 20, 2021 9 min read

Bugs in House: How to Pest-Proof Your Home

No matter where you live in the country, one this is for certain Bugs will find their way into your house. While most bugs are small and harmless, having them in your home is not an ideal situation. When there is one bug, there are many. Often drawn indoors to escape colder weather or rainy days, there are common types of household bugs that seem to find their way inside. Seeing them outside is n

Mar 18, 2021 8 min read

Energy Efficient Homes: How to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Responsible for 20 of the greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, households are a huge driver of the nations carbon footprint. In fact, three-quarters of the carbon emissions globally can be traced back to the home. While the term carbon footprint is used frequently, many people still do not fully understand what the true meaning of the phrase is. A carbon footprint can be defined as the

Mar 16, 2021 11 min read

Military Moving Guide: Active Service and Veterans

Permanent change of station, or PCS orders, are a likely possibility for all currently active service members. More than 400,000 service members receive PCS orders annually. Because of the commonality of these orders, the Department of Defense offers several relocation resources for military personnel in any branch. Moving as an active, or even a retired service member can be strenuous, due to bot

Mar 9, 2021 11 min read

Sober Living: Temporary and Permanent Housing Options

Having a stable living environment after rehabilitation may help reduce the chance of relapse. Creating that environment extends far beyond just renting or buying real estate though. Youll want to think about finding a job, establishing new and healthy relationships, and maintaining your sobriety. Treatment programs typically fall into two broad categories inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation o

Mar 3, 2021 16 min read

The Complete Guide to Credit Karma

What is Credit KarmaHow accurate is Credit Karma How often does Credit Karma update These are the questions peoplewant answers to when it comes to Credit Karma and figuring out their credit score.When you have to hand over personal information, you want to be sure that the company is safe, reliable and something you want to use. Lets dive in and find out ifCreditKarma is for you Credit Karma is a