J. Davison Realty Group

08/13/2023

Home energy efficiency is not just about what you do inside, but also what you do outside. Here’s how proper landscaping can actually save you both energy and money.

Energy efficient landscaping can play a vital role in both saving energy and slashing the price you pay for it. Read on to learn how to save big.

08/12/2023

Your dream of owning your own business has come true, and now you want to buy a home. Sometimes reaching that first goal can make achieving the second more difficult. Check out this guide to mortgages for the self-employed.

The mortgage approval process can be stressful for anyone, but self-employed people encounter an extra measure of scrutiny.

08/10/2023

Letting your home’s buyer take early possession of your house carries significant risks. Here’s what you should know to protect yourself.

Sometimes in a home sale, the buyer asks to take possession of the property before closing. Here's what you need to know to protect your interests.

08/08/2023

Do leather sofas scream cold or comfort?

08/06/2023

New homeowners have many of the same questions. Here’s a quick primer to help with six of the basics.

You’re happily settled in your first home but have come to realize how much you don’t know. Let’s answer some of the FAQ's from first-time homeowners.

08/05/2023

Building a pool requires lots of planning and complex work. Let’s jump into the details to see if that sapphire oasis is right for you.

Before you take the plunge and build a swimming pool, take a look at this inventory of all the elements you need to consider before construction can begin.

08/03/2023

The good news? Houses are selling like hotcakes! The bad news? Your house isn’t. Take a look at 10 possible reasons your house isn’t selling when others are.

You’ve had your house on the market for a few months, but you’ve yet to get an acceptable offer. What can do if your house isn't selling.

08/01/2023

Do you prefer a formal or casual dining area in your home? Are formal dining rooms a thing of the past?

07/30/2023

Some say the day they got an in-ground pool was the happiest of their life. Some say the day they got rid of it was. If you’d like to be in the latter camp, here’s what you need to know.

It’s possible to fill in or even remove an in-ground pool, and you may have good reasons for doing so. Here’s what you need to know.

07/29/2023

The most important person in your mortgage loan process is the underwriter. Who is this powerful person behind the curtain, and how do underwriters make their decisions?

The mortgage underwriter is a risk analyst, assessing your ability to repay the a home loan. How do underwriters decide whether applicants will get a loan?

07/27/2023

You go downstairs for a drink of water, flip on the light and…yikes! There’s a snake in the house! What should you do? Consult this guide for avoiding close encounters of the slithery kind.

No one wants to get up close and personal with a snake. What should you do when one slithers into your home? Take a deep breath and use this guide.

07/25/2023

Which view would you like to see outside your window?