Mike Sides - Team Fathom Realty

05/30/2026

A home burglary can leave you with a vulnerable feeling. Having an action plan helps you bounce back and relieves anxiety. Here are key steps to take after your home is broken into.

A home burglary leaves you feeling violated and vulnerable. Will they come back? Take a deep breath, then use this action plan.

05/29/2026

Brown paper and bubble wrap may not be enough when packing delicate objects. Use this important guide for a safe and accident-free move.

Moving is stressful enough, but extra care must be paid to the safe packing and transport of special items such as pianos, large mirrors, fine art and sculptures. Here’s how to safely move precious cargo to your new home. Pianos. Moving a piano is in a class by itself. Small upright pianos weigh m...

05/27/2026

A radiant barrier is a reflective coating on the underside of the roof decking. Did you know this addition can slash your energy bills by 15 percent to 25 percent? Here are some more high-tech energy savings tips.

Technology has accelerated the ability to have a super energy-efficient home. Here are seven must-have ways to slash your usage and cost. Cool roofing. The roof takes the brunt of the sun’s energy and absorbs heat, affecting the cooling of the whole house. Light colored roof shingles were introduc...

05/25/2026

Remember and honor all the brave heroes today who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

05/23/2026

Eyeing that new Instantpot for your kitchen? Consider these five appliances that are worth your countertop real estate.

Nearly every year, a new “must-have” countertop appliance appears on store shelves promising to transform your life. While some of these gadgets add convenience, others just take up valuable real estate in your kitchen. Before you buy that mini-donut maker, check out our list of five countertop ...

05/22/2026

Are your unsightly foundation walls spoiling your home's curb appeal? A simple flowerbed is one solution. Find other makeover tips here.

Does your otherwise attractive home have an unsightly foundation wall that spoils its curb appeal? Here are five ways to make that ugly wall disappear. Paint it. Typically, the foundation wall has a thin veneer of concrete mortar spread over it similar to stucco, for a smoother cosmetic look. Choose...

05/20/2026

Sometimes people are bequeathed property in an estate but don’t want it. Did you know that you can disclaim an inherited asset...whether it is money, securities, or real property? Read this article to learn why you would want to do this and how to do it.

An heir might disclaim an inheritance in several situations. Here’s how you can disclaim an inheritance if you need to.

05/18/2026

Side curtains are a great budget-friendly finishing touch to a room without compromising on natural light. What do you think of this color choice?

05/16/2026

Your knees went weak when you opened this year’s tax appraisal notice on your home. What will it mean for your taxes, and what can you do about it?

What will these higher appraisals mean for property taxes in the future? What can you do if you think your appraisal is too high?

05/15/2026

Worried about cracks in your home foundation? Review these seven signs of real problems before taking action.

It’s the house repair every homeowner fears: foundation problems. Before you panic, here’s how to tell whether those scary looking cracks are “no big deal” or a sign of real trouble. No worries. If you are living in a new construction home, expect minor settling that causes small cracks here...