Nicholas R Williams - Fathom realty

06/12/2026

Online shopping has revolutionized buying and selling, but also created new ways to get ripped off. Keep your money safe with these online shopping best practices.

Most consumers realize they need to watch out for shopping scams. When shopping for items online, avoid getting fleeced with these preventative steps.

06/10/2026

Even pet-loving buyers may be turned off by lingering pet odors and damage. Check out this guide to prepare your pet and your house for showings.

When pet owners put their homes up for sale, it’s best to make those beloved animals disappear without a trace. The dog beds, the cat crates, the hair, the chew marks and the smell all need to be removed before the first showing. Here’s a step-by-step guide on selling your home with pets.

06/08/2026

Make sure all your offers to purchase are in WRITING. Oral agreements provide NO legal protection. Click through for more contract tips.

Buying a home will likely be the biggest investment you ever make. It makes sense to throughly understand the long and confusing real estate contract.

06/06/2026

If you can't afford a new sofa, then set your sights on a loveseat. It is usually more affordable and can still accommodate one to two people.

06/05/2026

Mantels are a terrific place to give your home personality and style. Check out this guide to decorating a mantel.

You may already decorate the mantel for the holidays, but your mantel is a perfect place to exercise your creativity year round.

06/03/2026

A clean microfiber cloth is your best tool for keeping that smudge-free shine on stainless steel surfaces. Check out more cleaning tips here to ensure a stainless shine to prep for an Open House.

Stainless steel appliances are gorgeous -- until they’re streaked, smudged and full of fingerprints. Want to keep them looking like they did in the showroom? Here’s how. Warm water with a little dish soap is a great first step. Using a microfiber rag, wipe back and forth with the grain of the br...

06/01/2026

Could you see yourself living in a Yurt?

05/30/2026

If you have the old style 3-4 nest bulb ceiling fans, you'll want to consider updating these fixtures before listing. This is a relatively inexpensive and easy update to add some modern style to your home. Learn about your options here.

If you watch any of the TV design shows, the ceiling fans seem to be ignored in makeovers. By omission, you could easily get the impression they have become a design faux pas. The fan industry sees things otherwise and has some sleek designs hitting the market. Fan makeover. Forget the brass trim an...

05/29/2026

Is Farmhouse Décor here to stay ...or on the way?

05/27/2026

A four season porch lets you enjoy the outdoors all year long. Would you say it's worth the investment?