Diane Klaas - Fathom Realty

08/12/2026

Tired of spending your weekends maintaining that lawn? Is your house constantly requiring updates and draining your wallet? Maybe it's time to consider a condo or townhome and ease on in to a simpler life. Click through to see if downsizing is in your future.

In pursuit of the perfect home, our wants and needs change as our lives, families and priorities change. A house that might have once been your dream can wind up feeling too big, too overwhelming to maintain, or too expensive. Here’s a list of reasons why you might be ready to downsize to a smalle...

08/10/2026

Found your dream home? Great! Uh-oh...it's in a flood zone? Be sure to figure in the cost of additional flood insurance in your monthly payments. Here are some more things to consider before taking the plunge.

You’ve been shopping for a home and believe you’ve found it, the home of your dreams. It’s the perfect size, the style of architecture you love and a place to raise your family. Then you find out it’s in a flood zone. What does that mean in terms of risk, insurance and resale? Should you wal...

08/08/2026

Before listing, give your home’s exterior surface a good spit-shine and polish to make it look fresh and well cared for.

08/07/2026

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?

08/05/2026

Can you fix those annoying nail pops yourself? Yes, you can, in these 10 easy steps.

We’ve all seen them: nail or screw heads popping out of sheetrock after a house settles. They are a blemish on an otherwise smooth surface, so your eye is drawn to them. Can you fix them yourself? You sure can. Here’s how. Supplies. You’ll need a box cutter, a nail set and hammer, a screwdrive...

08/03/2026

Building on steep grades can be costly when laying the foundation for a mountain home. Consider this list of challenges before buying into that beautiful vista.

While the stunning views and clean air of mountain living are certainly appealing, be sure to weigh the challenges of mountain life before making a move. Here’s a checklist of things to consider. Positives. Living in the mountains is probably rivaled only by living near a beach for tranquility. Th...

08/01/2026

Even if you don’t have a big front porch you can still make your entryway impressive with planters full of seasonal color.

07/31/2026

There are several steps you should take to protect your online personal information, but the most basic is creating strong passwords for all your accounts. Let’s crack the code for fortified passwords.

What elements make for a strong online passwords? Here are some simple security tips to protect your personal data from being hacked.

07/29/2026

Refacing or even replacing your front door can modernize your home and make a big impact. Curious to know which renovations to consider for resale without breaking the bank? Check out this article.

When contemplating resale, homeowners often wonder what renovations will give them more resale bang for the buck. Let’s take a look at what renovations pay off and some that don’t. Focus on priorities. Although your house is an investment, first and foremost it is your home. Don’t view renovat...

07/27/2026

Before beginning your home search, be sure to check your credit report for any errors. If you find any, dispute the error with all three credit report agencies and the creditor via certified mail with return receipt. Here are some more tips on making sure your credit report is in tip-top shape.

Fix your credit by making on-time payments and setting monthly reminders. Need help improving your credit score? Learn how here!