Redfish Homes

05/19/2025

Are window replacements in your home’s future? It’s time to study up on the pros and cons of each type.

If your home has older windows, should you replace them with new, more energy efficient ones? Here’s a quick guide to the pros and cons. First, do you need new windows? If your home has single-pane glass windows, you might want to consider energy-efficient windows that will provide moderation from...

05/17/2025

Create a home gym without busting the monthly budget. Here’s how.

Setting up a home gym isn’t as expensive or labor intensive as you might think -- and just might provide the incentive you need to exercise. Take a look. Location. No need to build an addition or finish off a basement. A spare bedroom, an office space, or garage can all work. In the right climate,...

05/16/2025

The right kind of landscape can transform your yard into a paradise for native birds.

With just the right mix of trees, bushes and flowering plants, an ordinary yard can be transformed into a miniature bird sanctuary. Want to know how? Learn your native species. Consult local university websites, agricultural extension offices and other online sources for birds indigenous to your are...

05/14/2025

Do you dream of living steps away from a golf course? Here’s a list of must-ask questions before committing to club membership.

Housing developments built around a country club typically offer a long list of amenities, from golf and tennis to dining and social activities. But are the perks worth the price? And don’t forget to ask whether membership is voluntary or mandatory. Benefits of country club life. Most people assoc...

05/12/2025

Don’t disappoint today’s online buyers. Professional grade pictures and video are crucial to clinching a real estate deal.

More than 80 percent of home shoppers start their searches online, so it makes sense that the first impression of your listing be delivered with top quality photos and videos.

05/11/2025

Who is credited with creating the Mother’s Day holiday?

Mother’s Day began in 1908 when West Virginia’s Anna Jarvis memorialized her mother, who had cared for wounded soldiers on both sides of the American Civil War. In 1914, President Woodrow Wilson declared Mother’s Day to be a national holiday on the second Sunday of May. Today in the United Sta...

05/10/2025

You pay your utility bills every month, but do you understand what they say?

The next time the monthly utility bills arrive, resist the urge to blindly write a check or schedule a payment. Take the time for a more in-depth examination. You just might find a way to trim the bill. Understanding your electric bill. Using a fixed rate, the power company charges a set rate of x c...

05/09/2025

Sofas are a landing pad for family life, including all those cracker crumbs and sloshed drinks. Here’s how to find a great couch that can handle life’s little mishaps.

Selecting a new sofa is a major decision. The focal point of most family rooms and living rooms, they get a lot of use, they provide seating for multiple people, and they’re expensive. Answer these six questions and you’ll be on your way to enjoying a new piece of furniture without regret. How d...

05/07/2025

Ever wonder how home loans are bought and sold? Here’s how it works and why it matters to you.

When you buy a home, your mortgage is sold to you by a banker or broker on the primary mortgage market. When that first lender sells your mortgage to another firm, your mortgage enters the secondary market. Does it make any difference to you as a consumer? Primary mortgage market. When you decide to...

05/05/2025

Today, we honor the spirit of resilience and triumph, just like the brave souls who stood tall on the fifth of May. Whether you're searching for your dream casa or listing a property that feels like home, let's raise a toast to the journey ahead!

05/03/2025

How can you save money on big-ticket home purchases? Hint: Look for the blue “Energy Star” label on products.

We’ve all seen the blue Energy Star logos on appliances, windows and even electronics, but what do they mean? Origins and purpose. The Energy Star program was launched in 1992 as a joint program of the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. Energy Star encourages develo...

05/02/2025

Don’t forget the toilet when remodeling your bathroom. Find out about the newest styles and improvements.

If you’re custom building a home or remodeling an outdated bathroom, don’t forget to consider an updated toilet. Take a look at the most recent changes in commode function and style. Function. Newer “dual-flush” toilets give homeowners the choice to use 1.6 gallons of water while flushing or...