WHEN IT COMES TO CHOOSING COUNTERTOPS FOR YOUR HOME, you may feel slightly out of your league. Gone are the days when there may have been only one or two options of countertops to choose from. Today you can have your pick of wood, laminate, concrete, granite, quartz,...
The Importance of Mortgage Pre-approval
If you are a serious homebuyer looking for a home, most people would agree that making an appointment with your Lender/Bank to seek mortgage pre-approval is one of the first stops you should make on your homebuilding journey. WHY IS PRE-APPROVAL SO IMPORTANT? 1)...
The Process of Mortgage Pre-approval
Last week we talked about The Importance of Mortgage Pre-approval before you move forward on your homebuilding/buying journey. This week, we are going to discuss the documents you need to have ready once you decide to make the pre-approval appointment with your...
SUMP PUMP MONITORING FOR THE BUSY OR FORGETFUL HOMEOWNER
It’s that time of year again when there is increased risk for flooded basements in homes. This is especially true for people living in wet areas. The number one defense in this situation is to regularly check your pump out, ensure that it is working properly, and...
Keeping an Open Mind
Rome wasn’t built in a day. And neither is a house. Building a house is a process. It often takes people months—even years—to finally make the decision to build. Because a house is big. It’s complex. And there’s so many factors you have to keep in mind as you build:...
Spring Cleaning 101
With all the snow we’ve been having in March and April, I find it hard to believe spring is here. But even if the weather isn’t showing many indications of spring, my house certainly is. My house is dirty. It’s sad to say, but every drawer I open, every window I look...