Outdoor grilling is a popular summer activity. It’s a great way to cook flavorful meals and spend time with friends and family. However, if not treated carefully, grills can be dangerous. Fire departments across the country respond to an average of 9,600 home fires a year involving grills, according to the National Fire Protection Association […]
Archives: June 2018
Is your House in Shape for Summer?
As warm weather approaches, many of us find ourselves working a little harder to get in shape for the beach. Now is a great time to get your house ready for the heat as well. These measures will help you trim your summer energy bills. ADDITIONAL TIPS: 1. Replace old air conditioning units with newer, […]
What Do Those Home Selling Terms Even Mean?
Real estate lingo can be hard to decipher because, well, there’s so much of it! It might even seem like your Realtor is speaking another language. From fancy acronyms to words like “escrow” and “riders,” there are a lot of terms out there that might seem totally foreign. But that doesn’t mean you don’t have […]
Millennials Are Skipping Starter Homes for Their Dream Homes
A new trend has begun to emerge among Millennials. With home prices skyrocketing in the starter home category, many first-time homebuyers are skipping the traditional starter homes and moving right into their dream homes. What’s a Starter Home? According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), simply put, a starter home is a one or […]
Hurricane season is coming. Ready?
Hurricane season is here. Prepare now. Businesses are the lifeline of North Carolina communities, especially during a hurricane. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June through November. Prepare now to safeguard your business against high winds, heavy rain and other weather events that can lead to damages, power outages and closed business signs. Having your […]
The Most Popular Features in Multimillion-Dollar Properties
Ever wonder why some homes sell for millions of dollars? As different as each listing might be, many share a number of common features that are known to bolster home values. If you’re on the hunt for your dream home, some of these features could be yours! Don’t worry about breaking the bank; prioritizing your […]