Andy Rodriguez at Lantern Realty and Development

04/13/2026

Steel framing is standard fare in commercial construction and is now growing in popularity for homes. Is a steel frame home better than traditional wood? What are the benefits and disadvantages?

Have you ever seen a commercial building under construction with a steel frame? Steel has many benefits, so let’s look at these tough homes.

04/12/2026

Art can be the perfect inspiration for a room's design - keep this in mind when staging your home.

04/10/2026

Moving is a big job. Here's a handy guide to help make a smooth transition to your new home.

Moving can be an exciting time, but it’s also a lot of work. Beyond the obvious jobs like packing and cleaning your entire house, lots of additional tasks must be accomplished to ensure a smooth transition to your new address. Here’s a guide. Get organized. One of the best ways to stay on top of...

04/08/2026

You can save money by closing off air vents in your home’s unused rooms, right? Think again! Shutting vents could cost you big time. Here’s how.

Shutting the heating and air conditioning vents to unused rooms should save on energy costs, right? Cutting off airflow to rooms could cost you money.

04/07/2026

🧑 Here's how to tailor your home's marketing to align with the preferences of millennial homebuyers.

04/04/2026

House Rules: Do you let your pets on the furniture? (How can you resist those faces?)

04/03/2026

Don't forget to re-paint and re-number your mailbox when prepping your home for sale. Click the link for more easy curb appeal tips.

When prepping a home for sale, don’t forget the exterior of the house in the rush to revamp the interior. Curb appeal is key. If potential buyers aren’t dazzled by the exterior of a home, they might enter the house with a negative impression -- assuming they go inside at all. Here’s a handy ou...

04/01/2026

You’re dashing out of the house, late for work, when the garage door opener malfunctions. Check to see if you can put a quick end to your frustration with one of these simple fixes.

Garage door openers are a tremendous convenience, but they can be temperamental. Let’s solve some of the most common frustrations.

03/31/2026

🛠️ When home repair issues come up on an inspection report, negotiations between buyers and sellers become crucial. 🗺️ Learn how to navigate this tricky process in my Home Seller's Handbook.

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03/30/2026

It's time to relocate that firewood to keep unwanted pests like termites, carpenter ants and snakes as far away from the house as possible. More Spring To-Dos for homeowners here.

That winter chill is retreating so get your house and yard ready for the warm Spring weather with these 10 maintenance musts.

03/28/2026

Would you change anything in this beautiful home?

03/27/2026

When selling your home, you need to be ready to prep for last-minute showings! Large laundry baskets work as a great tool for the quick grab and go! Click through for more tips and be sure to print or bookmark this handy checklist to help you make a quick and easy exit.

Your house is on the market and your agent just called with great news. Buyers are interested in seeing your home. The not-so-great news? They want to come in less than half an hour and your house is a mess. Don’t miss out on a chance to sell your home. Use this quick and easy checklist to prepare...