Tameka Starling Realtor

05/20/2026

Divorce often means that ownership of the couple’s home changes. The couple can sell the home to a third party, or one spouse can take sole ownership after settling financially with the other. If you’re in this situation, here’s what you need to consider.

A divorcing couple that owns a home must decide what to do with it. Educate yourself with this guide to property ownership after divorce.

05/18/2026

Is a home meditation space important to you?

05/16/2026

High tech at home means you can stress less & relax more. Here are six cool smart home devices to make your life a little easier.

Smart home devices can make life simpler and free up our time. Here are six very cool tech tools that can lighten your daily load.

05/15/2026

You just want a home free of creepy crawlies like ants, spiders and termites. Is a pest control contract worthwhile? How do they work?

Pest control contracts can be perplexing to new homeowners. Don’t let confusion about these agreements bug you. We’re here to help

05/13/2026

Your gorgeous wood deck is looking gray and tired. Let’s give it a face-lift with a fresh new finish to restore its luster and your pleasure.

Wood decks need periodic refinishing to extend their finish and texture for many years to come. Here’s how to restore your deck’s beauty.

05/11/2026

Get-Togethers with your BFFS: Home or Restaurant?

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful moms out there! https://www.houseopedia.com/celebrating-mom-on-mothers-day

05/09/2026

Your exquisite antique or oriental rug cannot be cleaned the same way as you would household carpet. Preserve it with special care using these tips.

When it comes time to clean an area rug, particularly an oriental or antique one, can your carpet cleaner do the job? Probably not! Read further...

05/08/2026

In a seller’s market, it can be frustrating for you as a buyer to see a house you love get snapped up by someone else. Should you make a backup offer in case that sale falls through? Here are the pros and cons of backup offers.

If you’ve been shopping for a house in a hot seller’s market, you may be able to buy that dream home by making a backup offer. But there are pros and cons.

05/06/2026

In housing, everything old is new again - and the farmhouse style is no exception. Today’s modern farmhouse style combines vintage elements with modern minimalism to create homes that are comfy havens.

The modern farmhouse style is one of today’s hottest trends in residential design. Is a modern farmhouse living the life for you?