M. T. GRAGG and Fathom Realty

09/20/2026

Shower curtains don't cost much, but they can change the entire look of a dated bathroom.

09/19/2026

If you live in an area that deer frequent, you know that these graceful beauties view your landscape as an endless salad bar. But there are plenty of beautiful flowers and shrubs that bring color to a landscape that deer will not eat. Here are some eye-catching possibilities.

Deer-resistant plants protect your landscape from deer that scarf down your tasty, tender petunias and nosh on your geraniums.

09/17/2026

Dreaming of that pest-free outdoor oasis? Consider a screened-in porch with this handy project outline.

A deck can be a little slice of paradise…except for the scorching sun by day and the insects by night. So why not turn that deck into a screened-in porch? Here’s an outline of what it takes. Get proposals. Using online and personal referrals, ask three contractors for proposals and quotes. Make ...

09/15/2026

You aren’t limited to traditional securities in your IRA. You can also invest in real estate via a self-directed IRA. What is it, and how does it work? Read this article to find out.

A self-directed IRA allows you to hold investments such as real estate. Here’s how investing in real estate through a self-directed IRA works.

09/13/2026

For the look of a new kitchen without a full renovation, consider updating your cabinets with new paint and hardware.

09/12/2026

All light bulbs eventually burn out. But some contain hazardous materials, so how can you get rid of them in an environmentally safe way? Here’s how.

Light bulbs eventually burn out. Compact fluorescent and LED bulbs must be disposed of. Here’s how to get rid of old light bulbs safely.

09/12/2026

Take a look, run the numbers

MLS # 4371645 – RARE 28801 VALUE OPPORTUNITY NEAR MISSION HOSPITAL! First-time buyers and savvy investors, take note: this 3BR/1BA single-level ranch cottage offers an unbeatable entry point into As...

09/11/2026

We will never forget. Take a moment to remember those we have lost & take time to serve those in need.

09/10/2026

Are you bewildered by your local home improvement store's array of white paints? Here’s a guide to choosing the "right white" for your home.

White paint might seem the simplest choice for painting your home’s walls, but it’s anything but. Here are some tips.

09/08/2026

Calculating the cost of leaving the city and building a house in the country? Don't forget to include how much it will take to build and maintain a road to get you from a main road to your newly secluded home. Here are some more things to consider.

While the majority of homeowners in America live in subdivisions, some prospective homeowners dream of wide open spaces and a quiet natural setting. So what does it take to build in a rural area as compared to a subdivision? Here are some key differences. Buying the land. In many small towns and rur...