Karla Humm - Realtor - Key Realty

06/17/2026

When your water heater fails, it’s never at a good time: mid-shower, in the middle of a load of clothes or when you’re washing dishes. Here are the signs it’s time to repair or replace your heater.

Taking a shower is soothing and comforting until the hot water suddenly isn’t. Prevent a crisis with guide to your home hot water heater.

06/16/2026

📋 Ensure a smooth transition into your new home by taking care of these essential tasks.

06/16/2026

Rare opportunity on Townline Lake in Lakeview, MI. 2 homes on one property. A 4 person Airbnb that is already successful! The first floor of the main house has been completely updated to a modern, attractive look! Contact me today for a private tour of this home!

06/15/2026

You want to jump into the real estate investment business but need capital. Here’s a short tutorial on available sources of money.

The challenge to enter into investment real estate is raising the capital necessary to buy and renovate. Here’s how to finance your investment property.

06/13/2026

You may love the aesthetics of a pedestal tub, but adding one can be costly. Do you think it's worth the investment?

06/12/2026

Let's face it - we acquire a lot of "stuff" over time, and buyers aren't coming to see your collection. That's why renting a storage unit is a great idea for decluttering your home before listing. It's also useful if you have to rent in transition of moving into your new home. Here's what you need to figure out before you sign a storage contract.

While it rarely makes sense to store items long-term -- the rent will eventually exceed the replacement value of your possessions -- storage units can be a great help in short-term situations. When you need to move out of your old home a few months before the new home is ready -- or you’re taking ...

06/10/2026

The need to work remotely from home during the pandemic has led to cloffices - offices carved out of closets. Here’s how to create an effective workplace in a tiny space.

Tucking an office into a closet space carves out a dedicated workstation but uses minimal space. Here are some tips for creating a “cloffice.”

06/09/2026

🔍 Keep an eye out for these signs to gauge the seriousness of prospective buyers and ensure a smoother home selling process.

06/08/2026

Steel framing is standard fare in commercial construction and is now growing in popularity for homes. Is a steel frame home better than traditional wood? What are the benefits and disadvantages?

Have you ever seen a commercial building under construction with a steel frame? Steel has many benefits, so let’s look at these tough homes.

06/06/2026

Monet come to life...Would you like a pond on your property?