Judy Winstead - Fathom Realty

09/03/2026

Ready to fall in love with your kitchen all over again? Enjoy the transformation with these tips, and who knows...you might just find yourself ahead of the game when it's time to sell!

You’ve probably heard that staging your home will help it sell faster and for a higher price. But why wait to put your best decorating foot forward until you’re ready to move. Do it for yourself, and enjoy. If you later decide to sell, you’ll be ahead of the game. Here are a few tips to turn y...

09/01/2026

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) loan program offers excellent incentives for veterans, active members, or surviving spouses pursuing homeownership. Learn more about this and other government-backed programs to help secure a mortgage in this article.

When searching out home-financing opportunities, it’s worthwhile to see if you qualify for government programs that offer attractive terms. The loans are usually administered through a private mortgage lender, but are insured by the federal government against loss due to borrower default. Here’s...

08/30/2026

✨ Make a bold statement with unique and eye-catching light fixtures. They can be a focal point and add personality to any room.

08/29/2026

Identifying signs of a sewer line problem and understanding insurance coverage for damages is crucial for homeowners. Here's what you need to look out for.

Sewer line problems are destructive, expensive health hazards. How can you spot a problem in the making and will homeowners insurance the damage it causes?

08/27/2026

Enhancing the curb appeal of your home can make a significant difference when trying to make a positive first impression on potential buyers. Here's a summary of the affordable tips to make your home shine from the outside.

Creating a first impression doesn’t just apply to people, it applies to your house if you have it listed for sale. How can you make it shine affordably so that when buyers drive up, they love the look? Fresh paint adds an inexpensive facelift to any home, even if you just do touch up. Be sure to c...

08/25/2026

YouTube has thousands of DIY home repair videos that can save you money. Here are some tips on how to find the help you need.

If you’re a DIYer, YouTube can show you how to make a wide range of home repairs that will save you money.

08/23/2026

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?

08/22/2026

There are times you must cut off utilities to your house. Here is how to safely manage the cutoff and restoration of water, electricity and gas.

You may need to shut off your home’s utilities in the event an emergency. Here’s what you need to know about shutting off utilities safely.

08/20/2026

Are you bewildered by your local home improvement store's array of white paints? Here’s a guide to choosing the "right white" for your home.

White paint might seem the simplest choice for painting your home’s walls, but it’s anything but. Here are some tips.

08/18/2026

It’s tempting to try to save on your kitchen remodel or room addition by doing the general contracting yourself. But are you really up to the job? Let's tally the pluses and minuses.

The question may not be, can you be your own general contractor, but should you? Here’s what you need to know.