Consumer Blog

Warmer weather and longer daylight are approaching which makes it an ideal time to check on areas in your house and yard that may need attention. Once you tend to…

As older Americans head into their golden years, many of them want to stay in the home they know and love. Yet, homes are often built with features that are…

With tax season upon us, home owners are reminded about recent changes to the tax code that went into effect in 2018. Despite the changes, it’s important to remember that…

People looking to buy a home will tell you: the market is tight. In most places, prospective buyers are seeing all too few properties to chose from and even fewer…

After hitting the Black Friday sales (or skipping them to avoid the crowds), it can be a refreshing change of pace to stroll into some small locally owned shops and…

There’s nothing like cozying up to a glowing fireplace on a winter evening. For a gathering of friends and family sharing delicious food, festive music and warm conversation or for…

Family gatherings and festive celebrations — these are the hallmarks of the holiday season. It’s a time for buying gifts, decorating and traveling. It’s also a time with its own…

If spring looks like the time you’ll be buying a new home, now may seem be too soon to start trying to pin down a specific property. But with a…

Colder temperatures can take a big toll on your home. Severe winter storms can also knock out heat, power and other services to your home. That’s why it’s important to…

You may think it’s inevitable – the cooler weather means that your home’s energy bills will rise. Whether you are turning up the heat or turning on the holiday lights,…