Zach Yoder, Realtor with Fathom Realty

06/01/2026

The federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers foreclosed homes for sale. These present terrific opportunities for buyers, but how do you jump into this market? Learn how here.

Buyers can get real bargains by buying foreclosed homes. Educate and prepare yourself with our guide to buying a HUD foreclosure.

05/30/2026

Does this mix of traditional and modern too busy or the perfect balance?

05/29/2026

Don't forget to re-paint and re-number your mailbox when prepping your home for sale. Click the link for more easy curb appeal tips.

When prepping a home for sale, don’t forget the exterior of the house in the rush to revamp the interior. Curb appeal is key. If potential buyers aren’t dazzled by the exterior of a home, they might enter the house with a negative impression -- assuming they go inside at all. Here’s a handy ou...

05/27/2026

A thief is draining your bank account while you sleep. It’s your idle load - the electricity that constantly running devices and systems use. Here’s how to stop the theft and save money.

Learn steps you can take to reduce idle load that draws energy and save as much of a third on your monthly electric bills.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, let us honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

05/23/2026

Doesn't this back deck just scream "Happy Hour"???

05/22/2026

If you have condensation building up in double-paned windows, that means the seal is broken and a home inspector will likely note that it requires replacement. When listing your home, get ahead of the game and check to see if your windows' warranty is still valid to avoid additional cost. Here are some additional tips about when to replace them.

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...

05/20/2026

Eeek! There’s a bat loose in the house! The poor creature wants out as much as you want him gone, so don’t panic. Here’s how to safely remove a bat from your home.

You suddenly see a bat flitting around inside your home. Here’s how to remove bats from your house and how to prevent them from visiting you in the future.

05/18/2026

The pandemic has changed how we work, go to school and interact with friends and family. Home has become the workplace, the schoolroom and the vacation retreat for many. Here’s how home designs are evolving.

The Covid-19 pandemic has brought changes to every aspect of our lives, even where we live. Home designs are adapting to this new normal.

05/16/2026

Is the kitchen sink window a "must have" for your home?