Sabrina Allen, Realtor - Fathom Realty

09/24/2026

When moving into your new home, before you unpack your first box, make your bed. You will glad you did after a long day of unpacking.

09/22/2026

Curved furniture is a popular design trend that can bring both comfort and sophistication to your decor. Here’s what you need to know before you buy.

Furniture with sloping lines and rounded forms add both sophisticated style. Here’s what you need to know about the curved furniture trend.

09/20/2026

Even pet-loving buyers may be turned off by lingering pet odors and damage. Check out this guide to prepare your pet and your house for showings.

When pet owners put their homes up for sale, it’s best to make those beloved animals disappear without a trace. The dog beds, the cat crates, the hair, the chew marks and the smell all need to be removed before the first showing. Here’s a step-by-step guide on selling your home with pets.

09/19/2026

An open house tour is a great way to get the feel of a home, but don't forget to also check for hidden problems - like water damage. Here's a good list of additional things to consider.

Open houses are a great opportunity to check out a home and ask a lot of questions. Make the most of your touring by paying attention to these important factors. The neighborhood. Take a lap or two through the neighborhood and even the wider community surrounding it before you even set foot in the h...

09/17/2026

The ceiling is the fifth wall in a room - don't neglect it. Jazz it up with color for big effect. Have you ever painted a ceiling?

09/15/2026

You may have popcorn ceilings in that fixer-upper you bought. Here’s how to smooth out that dated look once and for all.

You can probably get rid of a textured ceiling if you’re willing to put in the time and elbow grease. Here’s how to remove a popcorn ceiling.

09/13/2026

Giving your front door a fresh coat of paint and new hardware will go far in making a great first impression on potential home buyers. Don't forget these other exterior facelifts before listing your home.

You never get a second chance to make a good first impression, and that holds true for your house as well. So, when prepping your home to sell, don’t forget to spruce up the exterior and the surrounding yard.

09/12/2026

Eminent domain allows government agencies to take property from private owners and convert it for public use. The law requires the government to pay the property owner “just compensation.” Here’s what you need to know.

It comes as a shock to a homeowner when the government takes his property from him under eminent domain. Are there protections?

09/11/2026

We will never forget. Take a moment to remember those we have lost & take time to serve those in need.

09/10/2026

Big screen TV - a bold design statement or a bad one?