If you are shopping for a home, or even before you start shopping for a home, consider attending some open houses. Open houses are a great way to get thinking like a home buyer. You can oohhh and aaahhh over the amenities you see and get a sense of what you want in your next home. They can also be great for [...]

A common question I often hear from homebuyers is this: How much closing costs will I need to pay? First of all, good question. A smart homebuyer asks questions to fully understand the process and their financial and legal obligations. But while many people have purchased a home - or multiple homes - few can actually detail [...]

While spring is the best gardening time in many parts of the country, fall in the Carolinas is an excellent time to plan and plant for year around beauty and enjoyment. Now it the time. Now is the time to embrace fall flowers such as snapdragons, ornamental cabbages and mums. [...]