Top 10 Most Expensive Home Improvement Mistakes By Tom Kraeutler, The Money Pit The home improvement industry is bracing for one of the busiest years ever. With interest rates stable and home values up, the urge to improve is expected to be at an all-time high. But while home improvement will be … [Read more...]
Analyzing Your Space to Suit Your Needs
Analyzing Your Space to Suit Your Needs Article by | Alison Windham, Windham Construction, Sunspace Texas Take a look around Bryan/College Station and there’s no denying our growing population and housing market. There are beautiful new homes, historical homes, and everything in between. This … [Read more...]
The Importance of Home Inspections
The Importance of Home Inspections Article by | Caitlin Curbello-Rodriguez Home inspections are important because a home is often one of the biggest purchases someone will make in their lifetime. Home or real estate inspections are a snapshot evaluation of the property condition at the time of the … [Read more...]
Fried Green Tomatoes
Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe inspired by gardeninminutes.com Not sure what to do with the under-ripe tomatoes in your garden? Try out this crunchy, slightly tart and tangy, garden to table recipe that will have you picking your tomatoes before they ever turn red! Prep and cook time: 20 … [Read more...]
Storage Space Solutions for Smaller Homes
Storage Space Solutions for Smaller Homes Article by Tom Kraeutler, The Money Pit Today, many consumers are choosing to scale down to smaller homes and embracing a simpler life. The tiny home craze has created an exciting and creative movement to live small. But furnishing and decorating smaller … [Read more...]
RV’s and Tiny Homes: The Pros and Cons of Small-Space Living
RV’s and Tiny Homes: The Pros and Cons of Small-Space Living Article by: Hannah Holbrook Imagine walking into your home after a long day at work. Within a single glance, you’re able to see your entire living space. In plain view before you lie your bedroom, your kitchen, your bathroom, and your … [Read more...]
6 Tips for Filing Homeowners Insurance Claims
6 Tips for Filing Homeowners Insurance Claims Article By: Tom Kraeutler, The Money Pit Filing a homeowners insurance claim is never a pleasant process. While you may hope you’ll never need to call upon the coverage of your homeowners insurance policy, in the event that you do it is important to … [Read more...]
Smart Living: Incorporating Smart Electronics into Your Home
Smart Living: Incorporating Smart Electronics into Your Home Article By: Caitlin Curbello-Rodriguez Advanced technology is undoubtedly a part of our everyday lives with personal smart devices, telecommuting for work, and Wi-Fi-capable-everything. Now your home can also become, in every sense of … [Read more...]
The How to’s of Creating an Outdoor Space
The How to’s of Creating an Outdoor Space Article by: Alison Windham | Windham Construction | Sunspace Texas Outdoor living has always been a part of the Texas experience. From swimming, sports events to barbecues in the backyard, generations of Texans have grown up outside. Outdoor living has … [Read more...]
Kids’ Room Design: Take Cues from Their Interests, Activities
Kids’ Room Design: Take Cues from Their Interests, Activities Article by: Leslie Segrete Decorating a child’s bedroom is a chance to let your imagination run wild – something you don’t always get with home design. For older children, you can let their favorite colors, hobbies, characters, etc. be … [Read more...]
Home Sweet… Barn?
Home Sweet… Barn? Article by: Hannah Holbrook If you’re a Fixer Upper fan or a Pinterest fanatic, you’ve probably heard of barndominiums. These unique homes have taken the home building industry by storm. With innate southern flair, these new homes are exactly what their names imply: barn-like … [Read more...]
Five Most Overlooked Home-Related Tax Deductions
Five Most Overlooked Home-Related Tax Deductions By Marygrace Murphy Disaster-related expenses After several severe weather events this year, you might be wondering if you can claim any disaster related expenses. In IRS terms, casualty losses can be claimed only if they are the result … [Read more...]
Straight Outta the Garden: Chile Pepper Wreath
Straight Outta the Garden: Chile Pepper Wreath Source: marthastewart.com By Hannah Holbrook The team at At Home Magazine wants to help you bring the vibrancy of nature into your home. When dried, Chile peppers can last several years if protected properly. Why not turn these long-lasting, … [Read more...]
Mission Ranch: The Hottest New Community in the Brazos Valley
Mission Ranch The Hottest New Living Community in the Brazos Valley Mission Ranch is the newest master planned community by Caldwell Communities and celebrated its grand opening in College Station in April 2019. Mission Ranch is an exquisite escape of wooded seclusion featuring acres of green … [Read more...]
Busting 8 Real Estate Myths
Busting 8 Real Estate Myths Article by Virginia Kettler-Blackburn There are a lot of misconceptions about buying and selling real estate. That’s why I want to provide you with the best timeless advice I can give you. These myths have been gathered through my 20+ years as a REALTOR, and I believe … [Read more...]
