Consumer Blog

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,…

Are you ready to downsize to a smaller home but don’t know where to start? For many seniors, moving or downsizing to a smaller home can be emotionally challenging. After…

The home buying process is both exciting and overwhelming at the same time. Even with the help of professionals, your checklist is likely long. And one of the most important…