The Honu Team

09/02/2026

As an owner of a rental property, should you offer furnishings? If so, what kind? To furnish, or not to furnish?

Will it improve your marketability and profit to furnish your rental property? Let’s see when it makes sense and when it doesn’t.

08/31/2026

Big screen TV - a bold design statement or a bad one?

08/29/2026

Medical alert devices can be lifesavers for the elderly and seriously ill living alone. Review these critical considerations for choosing the best device.

Television ads dramatize elders pushing a button on a medical alert device when they’re alone and have a medical emergency. Are these devices effective?

08/28/2026

Did you know your homeowner's insurance coverage will change drastically if you vacate your home before you sell it? Make sure you stay protected with these important tips.

If you move out and put your vacant home on the market, it is generally no longer insured unless you take action to keep your coverage.

08/26/2026

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to Americans using their homes in new and different ways. As a result, homes are changing. Here’s what to expect in post-pandemic home design.

The Covid-19 pandemic sent Americans home for work and shelter. Here’s what the experts think about post-pandemic home design.

08/24/2026

Before listing, give your home’s exterior surface a good spit-shine and polish to make it look fresh and well cared for.

08/22/2026

By replacing old shower heads with low-flow heads, you'll cut water usage and the water bill. Here are 11 key home improvements to consider with an eye toward savings.

Smart homeowners think of their homes as more than just a place to live. Their houses are also their biggest investment. By strategically investing modest sums of money now, you’ll see major savings later. Here are 11 keys spots to spend money with an eye toward saving. Heating and air conditionin...

08/21/2026

Overwhelmed at the thought of decluttering for a move? Find out how to hire a pro or consider other solutions here.

Whether it’s years of accumulated clutter, old appliances, or household chemicals, it has to go. Is it a DIY job? Or do you need to call in the professionals? Here’s what you need to know. Identify the different types of trash in your home. Your household waste falls into three categories and ea...

08/19/2026

Considering a move to a smaller home? Remember decluttering can be liberating. Take the stress out of the move with these useful tips.

If your children are grown, it might be the perfect time to declutter decades worth of possessions and downsize the family home. Let’s take a look at how to get the job done with the least amount of tears shed. Choosing a house. Once you’ve decided to move, ask yourself a few questions about the...

08/17/2026

Even if you don’t have a big front porch you can still make your entryway impressive with planters full of seasonal color.