As the weather heats up outside, you can enjoy the warmth and sunshine while doing summer maintenance tasks. If it's too hot, you can head inside to handle a few indoor maintenance to-dos. These interior and exterior summer maintenance tasks can help your home stay in good condition all season long. Remove debris from your yard Leaves, wood...

Few homeowners enjoy the idea of adding another thing to the list of chores. When cleaning and maintaining entire indoor and outdoor spaces, the thought of cleaning your houseplants seems tedious and unnecessary. However, regular cleaning of plant foliage is crucial to keeping them healthy and at their best. Why Clean Your Plants? The reasons for cleaning your...

If all it takes is one wrong look for your houseplants to turn brown and die, then you need something a bit more forgiving. Not all indoor plants are built the same, however. Some demand the perfect amount of light and water plus endless attention while others are happy being left alone. Wondering which won’t give you a...

For plant containers, it doesn’t get more classic than a terracotta pot. This orange-brown clay has been a favorite among plant lovers for ages because of its durability, accessibility and aesthetic. However, because of their widespread popularity and availability some may consider a terracotta pot to be a boring or “basic” choice. While tastes differ from one plant...

Home staging doesn't have to cost a fortune. There are plenty of simple DIY changes you can make to prepare your home for potential buyers while sticking to your budget. Here are some ideas to help you get started: Organize Closets Prepare your closets to show off to potential buyers. Closets are a huge selling point and the...

Umbrella insurance is a policy that can cover the gaps in many other types of insurance policies by answering some of life’s major “what if” questions. While it’s common to have many types of insurance policies, umbrella coverage can provide financial assistance for a variety of outlying situations. Here is a basic guide to umbrella insurance to help...

Designing a custom home interior is an amazing opportunity to stretch your creativity and showcase your personal style. However, it's not always clear where to begin. If you're interested in strategies for designing your own dream home interior, here are some tips to help: Budget wisely Budget should be at the top of your priorities list when planning...

DIY construction projects can be an exciting way to put your skills to use and improve your home’s functionality or appearance. Whether you’re new to DIY or have experience with these types of projects, it’s always important to make sure you’re safe. When doing DIY construction projects, keep these safety tips in mind at all times. Get Rid...

You don’t have to go out to enjoy the same savory finger-foods. Bring the party to your own kitchen by making miniature versions of classic potato skins. The ingredients and process are simple and the smaller size makes these snacks the perfect appetizer for a BBQ, picnic or other fun meal at home. Ingredients & Supplies 1 pound...

Designing a dream home involves making a lot of decisions. One of the earliest and most important decisions is the type of foundation. So what is the best type of foundation for your home? Finding the answer involves gaining a working knowledge about concrete slabs, crawl spaces and basements. Why Choose a Slab Foundation? Concrete slab foundations are...

Ocean view! Sonoma Coast building lots are getting more rare everyday. Everything is here to support building the home of your dreams. Easy access from the private road just off Pacific Coast Hwy-1. Gently rising from the private lane, enter the property through a pair of magnificent Redwoods, up the roughed-in driveway to a spot midway through the lot where the ocean view really opens up. The property has a water meter connected to the local mutual water system ($8,800 value). Fire hydrant at the street property corner. Underground PG&E transformer is very close to the south corner of property. Approved septic plans (awaiting vesting...

Fresh & new and ready for you! Turnkey 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom condo that lives like a 2-story house. Welcoming porch walkway and 2 private balconies that overlook the oaks and seasonal creek. Attached 2-car garage which enters into kitchen and breakfast nook. Beautiful dark hardwood floors and brand new carpet throughout. Freshly painted walls and kitchen cabinets. Granite counters. Enjoy the two-sided glass gas fireplace in the living room or den. Just bring your furniture and enjoy! All appliances convey. HOA covers exterior of condo, structure insurance, landscaping, common spaces, pool, tennis courts, spa and more. Garage and main...