Stephanie McMullen - Fathom Realty

01/27/2025

We expect a lot from our garbage disposals. Here’s how to keep yours healthy and happy.

Garbage disposals get no respect. They toil away for us day after day. Let’s give them a little love with these helpful tips.

01/25/2025

Staging your home for sale? Cleaning your carpets should be on the top of your To-Do list. Here’s a handy guide to best cleaning practices.

Clean your home’s wall-to-wall carpet before listing for sale. Here are a few tips on carpet and area rug cleaning to stage your home in style.

01/24/2025

Maybe you won’t ever be in the movies, but could your house be a star? Movie and television production companies have paid lucrative sums to homeowners across America who rent their homes as sets. Ready...and action! https://www.houseopedia.com/home-movie-location-rental

01/22/2025

Relocating with kids? Here's what you need to do to find top-notch schools for all your children.

When moving with children, one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is a big one: Where are the best schools to send the kids?

01/20/2025

Today we honor the life and achievements of Dr. King. https://www.houseopedia.com/why-we-honor-dr-martin-luther-king

01/18/2025

It’s a dicey problem: buying or selling a house where construction work was done without proper permits and inspections. Here are some factors to consider as well as some possible solutions.

Selling or buying a home where construction was done without required building permits can be a big problem. Here’s what to know about unpermitted space.

01/17/2025

When it’s cold outside, potential buyers can still be hot for your house. Here’s how to sell your home in winter.

Conventional wisdom says that the best time to sell a home is in spring. But selling your home in winter doesn’t mean you’ll be left out in the cold.

01/15/2025

Are you relocating for the U.S. Military? Here are eight tips to execute the move with military precision.

Military families move frequently -- often with short notice and few choices. Check out these eight tips to ease the stress of military relocations.

01/13/2025

Your hands are all over it every day, so it’s no wonder your computer gets grimy. Here’s how to make it shine again.

Unpacking a brand new computer is one of life’s sweet pleasures. But, it doesn’t take long before it accumulates dirt. Cleaning your computer isn't hard.

01/11/2025

Tired of staring at that old red brick fireplace? Here are some great options for you!

What’s a homeowner to do with an old-fashioned brick fireplace? Here are several ideas, including the budget-friendly option of painting.

01/10/2025

Winter curb appeal doesn’t have to be bland. Bring life and color to your home's landscaping with these tips.

Whether you live in a snowy or moderate climate, here are some tips for transforming your barren yard with winter plants.

01/08/2025

How much did you pay for your home? Did you know that it’s public information for anyone to find online? Here's a rundown of what transaction information is and is not made public.

When you buy or sell a home, the transaction is recorded by local government offices. The basic information is open to search by anyone. While some information can be found online, additional data may require a visit to the local courthouse. Information available through government offices. Public p...