Larry Lias "Your Real Estate Guy"

08/09/2026

Brightly colored flowers against the backdrop of fresh mulch can do wonders for your yard's curb appeal when selling.

08/08/2026

Wi-Fi printing is easy and convenient, until it’s not. Let’s troubleshoot and solve the printing problem at home.

Frustration sets in when the wireless printer doesn’t work properly. Before you throw in the towel, try these troubleshooting steps to restore the function.

08/06/2026

Make sure to forward all your mail through the Postal Service in a timely fashion. This will avoid costly late fees from outstanding bills. Here are some more important things to remember when moving.

Selling a home and moving is expensive. No need to further add to your expenses by making costly mistakes. Here’s a handy checklist to keep you from incurring extra costs. Talk to your bank. Let a representative know you’re moving and make sure you’ve canceled any automatic payments on your ol...

08/04/2026

It’s tempting to try to save on your kitchen remodel or room addition by doing the general contracting yourself. But are you really up to the job? Let's tally the pluses and minuses.

The question may not be, can you be your own general contractor, but should you? Here’s what you need to know.

08/02/2026

Simplicity is the key to a sophisticated nursery. But is this too simple, or just right?

08/01/2026

You may have popcorn ceilings in that fixer-upper you bought. Here’s how to smooth out that dated look once and for all.

You can probably get rid of a textured ceiling if you’re willing to put in the time and elbow grease. Here’s how to remove a popcorn ceiling.

07/30/2026

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...

07/28/2026

Wondering what's the difference between a “REALTOR®” and “real estate agent”? Learn the differences here.

For much of the public, the terms “real estate agent” and “REALTOR®” are used interchangeably. In reality, they are not the same. Here is the difference.

07/26/2026

Two weeks before the big move, arrange to have your mail forwarded with the post office. Don't save this for the last minute.

07/25/2026

The warm glow and appealing scents of candles make them a beautiful home accent. But cleaning candles and their containers can be a chore. Here’s how to keep your candles burning bright.

Candles can grow dusty and sooty, and their wax can make a mess of candlesticks and containers. Cleaning candles are easier than you think!