Bridget Todd, Realtor

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth - Celebrate this day of freedom!

06/18/2026

A clean microfiber cloth is your best tool for keeping that smudge-free shine on stainless steel surfaces. Check out more cleaning tips here to ensure a stainless shine to prep for an Open House.

Stainless steel appliances are gorgeous -- until they’re streaked, smudged and full of fingerprints. Want to keep them looking like they did in the showroom? Here’s how. Warm water with a little dish soap is a great first step. Using a microfiber rag, wipe back and forth with the grain of the br...

06/16/2026

Renovations to a historic home will not only increase resale value but also your property taxes. Learn how to avoid a money pit here.

Buying a historic home certainly has a coolness factor about it. You can regale your guests with stories about your home’s history and carry on the home’s legacy for future generations. But the fulfillment you get from owning a direct link to your community’s past might be overshadowed by the ...

06/14/2026

Setting out a few chairs or a bench in your yard will make it feel inviting and welcoming. A great idea, whether you are selling or just moving into your home.

06/13/2026

Have you been meaning to convert your old photos and videos to a digital platform? Follow these steps to protect your precious memories.

Your children’s precious years are preserved on tape and in photo albums. Or are they? Old video tape degrades over time. Photos turn yellow. Here’s how to rescue those memories for the digital age. Preserving photographs. Purchasing a scanner is a great first step to preserving photos. Choose o...

06/11/2026

Before listing for sale, take the extra step to stage your home. Here are the reasons why it is worth the investment.

Before the “For Sale” sign goes up, smart homeowners typically make any necessary repairs and clean until their homes shine. Home staging is an extra step that savvy sellers take to prepare their homes for potential buyers. What is staging? Is it worth the trouble? What is home staging? The goal...

06/09/2026

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.

06/07/2026

What's in your dream backyard? A hot tub, pool, or both?

06/06/2026

The easiest way to pass a house to children is through the terms of your will. Before moving forward, consider all the facts listed here in this article.

It’s not uncommon for an elderly homeowner to pass along a house to heirs. Let’s examine ways to do so, understanding that laws in each state vary and federal tax code changes. Consult an attorney before making any decisions. The most basic way. The easiest way to pass a house to children is thr...

06/04/2026

Scented candles won't mask to***co odors from buyers' sensitive noses. Instead, try these effective methods to rid smoke smells from your home.

The lingering odor of cigarette smoke makes any house a tough sell. It will take longer to find a willing buyer and will likely bring a lower price. Unless, of course, the seller is up for the challenge of a floor-to-ceiling scrubbing. Here’s a step-by-step guide. Floors to ceilings. Unlike pet od...