When you need more room in your house, having an addition built can provide extra space for you and your family. Home additions are complex projects, so it’s important to keep certain factors in mind during the planning process. Whether you need to accommodate a growing family or add a home office for work, the following tips can...

There are few things more satisfying than cooking with your own fresh herbs. However, growing your own herbs is not always convenient in small spaces. With a vertical herb garden, you can fit a dozen or more different plants without taking up a ton of patio space. Plus, you can build the garden yourself. Here we’ll go over...

Image by Peggy und Marco Lachmann-Anke from Pixabay You’ve decided it’s time to build the dream house you’ve always wanted. An exciting time! Prior to hiring builders to construct your home, it’s critical to understand the financials involved before you start the planning process. Securing funding for land is different than obtaining a traditional home mortgage. For starters,...

Photo by Joanna Bogacz from Pexels When you are building a new construction home, you have so many opportunities to personalize your property. For some, it can actually be overwhelming to sort through the various features that are available and decide which ones are best for their home. If you are feeling as if you are being inundated...

Photo by OpenClipart-Vectors via Pixabay The windows in your home not only supply security while allowing fresh air and natural light to filter in, but they are also essential to keeping energy costs down and they contribute to the overall value of your home. During a windstorm, here are some ways you can protect your entire home as...

Photo by Gabby K from Pexels Being surrounded by favorite books can be a calming experience in a highly chaotic world. However, when your book collection becomes a part of your chaos instead of a relief from it, it's time to rethink your organizational methods. If books are keeping you from enjoying an organized, clutter-free home, here are...

Terrariums are perfect for plant lovers who want to make their plants look like a work of art. While there are plenty of terrarium containers and kits available to buy, it’s very easy to make one yourself using other items. We’ll go over the steps to create your very own DIY terrarium for displaying plants in your home....

Buying a house is a complicated financial and logistical process. The right preparation can make a huge difference in making the process go as smoothly as possible. Here is a list of the most important things to do before buying a home to help you prepare: Check Your Financials There are a few financials you should check on...

Photo by Anthony Shkraba from Pexels Building your new home should be a rewarding experience, but it's important to know how the financing for a new construction is different from the financing for a previously owned home. You will need a specific type of loan called new construction loans, and they can be harder to get than a...

Part of the fun of having a home theater is trying to create the atmosphere of an actual movie theater in your house. Setting up a projector screen and surround sound system, along with reclining seats, can help you achieve this, but you can take it a step further with a concession stand. These stands provide a convenient...

The Josiah Keeler Homestead, ca. 1765. This historic and exceptional treasure is situated on 2.08 level, lushly landscaped acres. Rich in history, this storied property has been restored and updated while artfully preserving the integrity of the many authentic features that grace this historic home… exposed posts and beams, original wide-board flooring and the keeping room’s walk-in fireplace with swing arm and beehive oven, to name but a few. Numerous updates include the handsome custom Kitchen w/ leathered granite counters, center island, SS appliances, new windows and exposed beams that is open to the dining room; the master bedroom...

Diamond in the Rough! This ca. 1910 Gambrel Colonial is a gem that presents a splendid opportunity for the builder, investor or visionary to renovate and restore or build anew. Large nicely appointed eat-in-Kitchen, full Bath, three Bedrooms, formal Dining and Living Rooms and charming enclosed Sun Porch. The basement is unfinished with work benches and additional rooms for storage. Parquet and/or wood flooring throughout most of the home, some original detail remains-banister, some hardware, plaster walls. Bring your ingenuity and passion to to this project and realize your vision from the ground up. Village location, beautiful lot, tons...