Home Safety

1,067 Posts
From Plans to Possibilities: Navigating New Constr...
6 February, 2024| Home Safety
7 Things You Wish You Knew Before Building New Construction Apply new-construction tips from a homeowner who has experienced the process three times — and knows the ropes. Read Visit h... read more
8 WAYS TO CREATE A HEALTHIER HOME ENVIRONMENT
2 February, 2024| Home Safety, Education, General
As the new year begins and many of us long to relax and make rejuvenating adjustments. Can your home play a significant role in promoting a healthier lifestyle? Definitely! A healthy home environ... read more
In-Depth Analysis: Home Inspection Checklist
26 January, 2024| Home Buying, Housing Market, Home Safety
When starting the exciting journey of buying a new home, one critical juncture stands out: home inspection. Think of it as your trusty flashlight, guiding you through the dark corners of the property... read more
How To Identify and Avoid Dangerous Hazards in You...
23 January, 2024| Home Improvements & Repair, Home Safety, General
It's safe to say that none of us is purposely making our homes a hazard. And, no matter how hard we try, accidents still happen. But there is nothing more important than protecting ourselves, our fami... read more
Interest-Only Mortgages Pros and Cons
18 January, 2024| Mortgage & Finance, Home Buying, Home Safety
A mortgage loan that allows you to get 100% of the loan without paying back the monthly mortgage immediately. Sounds exciting, doesn't it? Well, that is what the interest-only mortgage loan offers.Amo... read more
Interest-Only Mortgages Pros and Cons
18 January, 2024| Mortgage & Finance, Home Buying, Home Safety
A mortgage loan that allows you to get 100% of the loan without paying back the monthly mortgage immediately. Sounds exciting, doesn't it? Well, that is what the interest-only mortgage loan offers.Amo... read more
Snowed In? How to Prepare Your HOME for Winter Eme...
14 January, 2024| General, Home Safety, Education
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Winterizing Your Home in South Texas
12 January, 2024| Education, Home Safety, General
As winter approaches, many South Texas residents may not be accustomed to the colder temperatures that occasionally sweep through the region, as it has the last few years. While winter in South Texas... read more
It's Winter in the South!
11 January, 2024| Home Improvements & Repair, Home Safety, General
We are entering the two coldest months of the year, and our first official cold snap is expected next week. Don't be caught off guard and find yourself unprepared for below-freezing temperatures.... read more
WEEK 52 MARKET UPDATE 2024 is in the books!
5 January, 2024| Home Marketing, Home Safety, Home Buying
New listings wrapped up 2023 ahead of year-ago levels. REALTORS® entered 1,599 properties into the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) during the final week of 2023 compared to 1,451 that same week in... read more
6 For-Keeps New Year's Resolutions for New Homeown...
22 December, 2023| Homeowners Insurance, Green Living, Home Safety
We all make New Year's resolutions, but let's be honest, most are wishful thinking. By February, that "lose 20 pounds" or "learn Spanish" resolution has gone right out the window.But not for you, new... read more
5 Holiday Hosting Disasters and How to Avoid Them
20 December, 2023| Home Safety, General
Imagine you're preparing to host your annual holiday party, and you're past the point of no return. The veggies and meats have been bought. Guests are already braving busy airports and crowded... read more
Kitchen Fires: How to Prevent and Put out the Flam...
19 December, 2023| Safety & Security, General, Home Safety
I was troubled to see so many kitchen fires crowding the news today -- especially since Sunday begins Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 9-15).Cooking fires, primarily started on ranges or in ovens, cause 40%... read more
Kitchen Fires: How to Prevent and Put out the Flam...
8 December, 2023| Safety & Security, Home Safety, General
I was troubled to see so many kitchen fires crowding the news today -- especially since Sunday begins Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 9-15).Cooking fires, primarily started on ranges or in ovens, cause 40%... read more
HOME OWNER TALES OF HOLIDAYS GONE HORRIBLY WRONG
1 December, 2023| Home Safety, Safety & Security, General
HOME OWNER TALES OF HOLIDAYS GONE HORRIBLY WRONG The holidays are the time for merriment, cheer, and home disasters. It's the holiday season -- something's bound to go wrong. We've al... read more