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Remember the opening sequence of Downton Abbey–the one with the white-gloved butler’s hands setting the silver on the table, ruler in hand, measuring the distance between each utensil, plate, and glass to make sure everything is perfectly placed?...
Are you ready to become a homeowner? If so, then you might be trying to decide between building your own custom home and purchasing a move-in ready home. Let’s look at some of the pros and cons of move-in ready homes so you can more easily make...
You’ve found what you’ve always envisioned as the perfect location for your forever home: a secluded lot with large trees, a nearby stream, and panoramic views–what could be more perfect? Idyllic as it may be, you’ll want to consult with a...
Think you’re ready to take the plunge into homeownership? Switching from renting to buying is a big step, but has definite perks for you as the homebuyer, even if you can’t call a landlord every time something leaks or breaks. Let’s take a closer...
Why is there never a pen that works in the kitchen junk drawer full of pens? For that matter, where’s the AAA batteries for the Roku remote or the bottle of Advil you swore you just put there last week?! Sheesh–you wouldn’t even have a headache...
What is it about the satisfaction of loading up your car after a trip to Costco? Is it the 24-pack of protein drinks, the giant bag of M&Ms, or the rotisserie chicken? There’s just something we all love about getting a good deal, whether it’s the...
One look at the word “TAXES” can turn your new-home daydream into a stomach-churning nightmare. Better to be prepared on the front-end, however, than to be surprised down the road. Building a new home requires many financial considerations, one...
John F. Kennedy once said that “The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.” He’s not wrong. The dream of home ownership comes at not only a financial cost, but one of responsibility, as well. Buyers of new-construction homes can...
If you were in the market for a new car you’d never just walk into a dealership, randomly point to a car in your favorite color, and tell the salesperson, “I’ll take that one, as long as it’s in my budget.” You research makes and models, analyze...
True story: When my parents moved to Denver in the mid ’60’s they decided to build a new home. They were moving from a small town in Missouri, and I think that their builder saw them coming a mile away–nice couple moving to The Big City, who...