John Conlon, Real Estate

08/24/2026

The real estate marketing wave of the future is already here. Check out these tips on promoting your eco-friendly home.

08/22/2026

The best countertop cooking appliances produce great results without taking up much space. Here are five top contenders for your counter.

Nearly every year, a new “must-have” countertop appliance appears on store shelves promising to transform your life. While some of these gadgets add convenience, others just take up valuable real estate in your kitchen. Before you buy that mini-donut maker, check out our list of five countertop ...

08/21/2026

Take your home’s beauty to the next level. Check out these staircase designs -- from classic to new and modern.

Elegant, sweeping stairs are one of the central contributors to a home’s beauty. Here are the latest trends in stairs, which just might sweep you off your feet. Anatomy of a staircase. If you are updating a staircase or in the process of a building a new one, it’s helpful to know the lingo. The ...

08/19/2026

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...

08/17/2026

What exactly is a “senior move manager” and do I need to hire one? Here’s a helpful explanation of what these trained professionals do to help aging adults downsize and move.

For aging adults contemplating a major move, hiring a “senior move manager” might be a wise decision. A rapidly growing segment of the service industry, senior move managers are trained to help aging adults move to smaller homes or senior-care facilities. They have expert knowledge about the dec...

08/15/2026

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.

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...

08/14/2026

Disasters strike without warning. Be prepared with these ten essential home emergency items.

Hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes strike indiscriminately, which means every homeowner should be prepared for life-threatening emergencies. Here are ten essential items to have on hand. A source of power. A generator will keep your refrigerator working to preserve food, and provide ligh...

08/12/2026

Are you considering a bathroom with a luxury shower and no bathtub? Will you regret it?

Whether you’re shopping for a new home or updating your existing property, an upgraded shower is a great way to give your bathroom a boost. These days, sought-after showers are more high-tech and bigger than ever. In fact, some homeowners forgo tubs completely in favor of these expanded, spa-like ...

08/10/2026

If your amateur attempts at organizing the garage are leaving you frustrated, crunch the numbers for a complete pro makeover.

A professional garage makeover can transform the most neglected part of a home into a thing of beauty. But is it worth the hefty price tag? With a quick trip to a big box store, a do-it-yourself organizing system will get a homeowner’s belongings off the floor with snap-together shelves and wall h...

08/08/2026

When an aging loved one begins to need daily help, a move to an assisted living facility may be the answer. Here’s a brief overview for family members.

When seniors first show signs of needing help with medical and daily personal care, it’s time to consider moving to a community that provides what’s known as assisted living. When you need a hand. Once capable of living alone, seniors who begin having health issues may find they need a little ex...