Our houses come in all shapes and sizes, so why shouldn’t their insurances? If you live in a manufactured home — a factory-built home rather than a site-built home — ...

Lending and mortgage
Why do you need manufactured home insurance?

February 23, 2021

Feb 23, 2021

Who doesn’t like to own a yard that looks straight out of a magazine cover? Whether you want to enhance your property’s curb appeal, transform its look, or make sure ...

Contractors
Tips and tricks on how to hire a landscape contractor

February 22, 2021

Feb 22, 2021

California’s strict contractor licensing laws protect homeowners while ensuring quality construction work throughout the state. However, navigating these regulations and finding qualified professionals for your home improvement project requires understanding ...

Contractors
How to Hire a Contractor in California: Complete Guide for Homeowners [2025]

February 21, 2021

Feb 21, 2021

If you live in a place that gets really cold in the winters, you’re probably going to spend a lot more time indoors than outdoors until spring finally starts. A ...

Windows and doors
Easy and effective tips on how to winterize a patio door

February 21, 2021

Feb 21, 2021

With buyer demand exceeding home availability, it’s currently a solid seller’s market. Although it’s harder for buyers to negotiate in a seller’s market, that doesn’t mean it’s impossible or that ...

Real estate
Tips for negotiating when buying a home in a seller’s market

February 20, 2021

Feb 20, 2021

A home insurance policy is like a savior — protecting a homeowner, their property, and most of their personal possessions against damage caused by strong winds, hail, fire, lightning, theft, ...

Lending and mortgage
The coverages and exclusions in a home insurance policy

February 19, 2021

Feb 19, 2021

The use of renewable energy sources like solar energy to generate power both on a domestic and industrial scale has been gaining traction over the last decade, with California leading ...

loans
An introduction to solar financing options

February 18, 2021

Feb 18, 2021

When buying a new house, homebuyers often search for real estate in the best neighborhoods they can afford. This is where the idea of gentrification — rapid changes in neighborhoods ...

Real estate
Why should you consider gentrification when buying a home?

February 17, 2021

Feb 17, 2021

Planning a bathroom makeover, and want to figure out your budget for the bathroom tiles? You’re in luck! If you want to know how to estimate tile for a shower ...

Costs
Helpful expert tips on how to estimate tile for shower

February 16, 2021

Feb 16, 2021

Buying a home feels great and fulfilling. After all, you’ve invested your hard-earned money to get your dream house. However, owning a home also comes with a lot of responsibilities. ...

Home maintenance
A complete guide on how much to budget for home maintenance

February 15, 2021

Feb 15, 2021

Living rooms are often the entertainment hubs of a home, where guests hang out and parties are thrown. So if you’re planning to repaint your home, we’re sure you’re thinking ...

Living areas
How to choose an accent wall in your living room

February 14, 2021

Feb 14, 2021

Ah, winter. Skiers, snowboarders, soup eaters, and bulky knit sweater wearers revel in the snow and the cold. Homeowners? Those who don’t prepare their home for winter may be cursing ...

Seasonal
5 Ways to prepare your home for winter

February 14, 2021

Feb 14, 2021

Have you ever wondered how to estimate plumbing in a house? Whether you’re a homeowner looking to embark upon a home improvement project or a plumbing contractor — knowing how ...

Costs
Expert tips on how to estimate plumbing a house

February 12, 2021

Feb 12, 2021

When planning your home’s bathroom layout, you’ll come across different types of bathrooms, including full baths, 3/4 baths, and even quarter baths. Each serves a unique purpose. For instance, a ...

Bathroom
Practical 3/4 bathroom floor plan ideas by an architect

February 11, 2021

Feb 11, 2021