If you’ve been living in the same house for a number of years, it is but natural to want to change things around a bit. Maybe spruce up the master ...

loans
How do home improvement loans work and what to choose

February 28, 2021

Feb 28, 2021

Our homes are a lot more susceptible to damage due to the weather than we are often aware of. If you live in an area that experiences heavy snowfall, your ...

Seasonal
Snow and ice damage to roofs: prevention, insurance and more

February 28, 2021

Feb 28, 2021

When applying for a mortgage loan, you need to ask important questions like “what is a mortgagee clause?” so you don’t agree with terms that do not fully meet your ...

Lending and mortgage
What’s a protection mortgage clause and is it important?

February 27, 2021

Feb 27, 2021

The thought of tackling emergency home maintenance can be stressful. But it needn’t be. When an emergency arises, whether it’s an overflowing toilet, a raging fire, water damage, or structural ...

Home maintenance
Important tips to deal with emergency home maintenance

February 26, 2021

Feb 26, 2021

Every homeowner desires a beautiful bathroom — a private space that provides them with the utmost comfort and privacy. Needless to say, a bathroom makeover is one of the most ...

Costs
Why should I estimate my bathroom remodel?

February 25, 2021

Feb 25, 2021

Which homeowner doesn’t desire a lush garden, just outside their window? The only thing that stops them from owning an enviable yard is perhaps the fear of costly and time-consuming ...

Outdoor
10 Practical ideas for low maintenance landscaping

February 24, 2021

Feb 24, 2021

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 [2026]

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