In the market for a new home? Purchasing a home is definitely something we don't do every day. So it's easy to make mistakes, and when it comes to home buying, mistakes can be costly. Here are some of the most common errors made by first-time... (Read More)

Although it is sad to think that someone would intentionally harm your home or property, vandalism does happen—and more frequently than you might believe. It can take a variety of shapes. Any of these kinds of property damage are deemed acts of... (Read More)

You probably don't give much thought to your garage door. Yet over the course of a year, your door can go up and down more than 1,000 times! And like any equipment in your home, it can wear out. If you're buying a new home, having a professional... (Read More)

Congratulations on the purchase of your new home. Being a homeowner is exciting and comes with its own set of responsibilities. Ideally, you won't have to worry about damage to your new home any time soon, but it never hurts to be prepared for... (Read More)

Moving into a new home is a happy — and hectic — time. There's so much to do! Your to-do list is overflowing in the days and weeks after purchasing a home. That's why we wanted to share with you two tasks that you'll want to put at the top of... (Read More)

It's a sad, but true fact. Each year, U.S. fire departments respond to hundreds of thousands of home fires, some involving injuries or deaths. That's why we wanted to share some important fire safety tips to keep you and your family safe. Most... (Read More)

Buying a home makes perfect financial sense, but it's a big step and perhaps one of the largest financial investments of your lifetime. Any financial investment carries some risk, but there are precautions homeowners can take to reduce this risk and... (Read More)

You can’t see it, smell it or taste it, but the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says radon gas is deadly. It's second only to smoking as a cause of lung cancer. Radon is responsible for about 21,000 lung cancer deaths every year. While... (Read More)

When doing a home inspection, it's essential to take note of items that may cause problems in the future. These are known as home inspection musts and are the things you want to pay extra attention to when inspecting a house. Use this guide as your... (Read More)

Did you know that the typical family of four uses about 12,000 gallons of water per month? Leaky faucets and toilets and other water-gobbling problems and habits can add up to hundreds or even thousands of gallons more. The good news? Many common... (Read More)