Embracing the Desert Beauty: 8  Benefits of Moving to Southern Utah

In recent years, there has been a growing trend of people seeking refuge from the hustle and bustle of city life and relocating to places that offer a more serene and nature-centric lifestyle. Southern Utah, often referred to as the state’s best-kept secret, is emerging as one such destination. With its breathtaking landscapes, warm climate,… Read more »

CREATING A HEALTHY HOME: DESIGN TIPS FOR ENHANCING WELLNESS

As more people embrace remote work and spend increased time at home, the impact of our living environment on our overall well-being becomes ever more apparent. The state of our home directly affects our physical and mental health, whether we commute to the office or not. Arriving at a cluttered and dirty home can generate… Read more »

Scams!  5 Signs of a Home Improvement Scam

One in 10 owners has been scammed by a contractor, a new study shows. Here’s why you should consider leveraging your list of reputable service providers for your clients. As home improvement demand remains strong for kitchen and bath remodels, as well as for outdoor renovations, reports of contractor scams are rising. These schemes are… Read more »

7 Trend Home Designs for Homeowners in Southern Utah

Homeowners in Southern Utah are trying to maximize their space by taking on remodeling projects geared toward creating new living areas while overhauling their property’s style, according to the 2023 Houzz U.S. Emerging Summer Trends Report. Houzz, a home improvement site, analyzed the latest search insights from homeowners, designers, and contractors to identify the following… Read more »

Tips for homeowners in St. George Utah

A lawn you barely have to water? That’s the luck of the Irish. “Clover lawns,” which are covered with shamrocks instead of grass, started going viral on social media last fall and became the most searched home improvement trend on Google, according to a survey from Cinch Home Services  But why would homeowners in St. George… Read more »

7 Rental Market Trends To Watch In 2023

“As we get ready for 2023, we are waiting to see if the Federal Reserve will continue to raise interest rates to rein in inflation. That leaves rental-market predictions a bit tough to make, but there are some clear trends coming to the fore,” Buildium says. 1. More Investment-Minded Owners in the Rental Real Estate… Read more »

ADDING A PET TO YOUR HOME

Adding a pet to your home and family can be an exciting and stressful task! There are many factors to consider:  the type of pet to choose, the space available inside and outside of your home, the time available in your schedule, etc.  In this article, we’ll review some tips to help you bring home… Read more »

HVAC Troubleshooting for Homeowners

Climate control is one of the greatest inventions of humankind since leavened bread, but when it’s suddenly not working properly, or it stops working all together, your HVAC system can become a massive source of stress and worry. Before you decide to panic, though, consider doing a little troubleshooting of your system. There are several… Read more »

How Does a HELOC Work?

Home values have risen dramatically in the last few years.  Many homeowners are looking for ways to tap their equity without selling their home or refinancing their primary mortgage. If your home has gained significant value since you purchased it, or you’ve paid so long on your mortgage that you have ample equity in your… Read more »

HOME MAINTENANCE MISTAKES TO AVOID

Homeowners know the importance of maintaining their home. If you don’t give certainparts of your home tune-ups every year, you risk having to deal with costly repairs. Most homeowners know about scheduling AC maintenance and cleaning the gutters,but many other maintenance tips might fall to the wayside. This article lists somecommon home maintenance mistakes and… Read more »