Amber Burgess, Realtor with Fathom Realty

06/18/2026

Heavy frames and mirrors require special fasteners and techniques to hang safely. Learn all the essentials in this handy tutorial.

Hanging small pictures doesn’t require a lot of skill or heavy duty hangers. But anything weighing in at more than 10 pounds, and especially more than 25 pounds, requires hefty fasteners and much more caution. When hanging something heavy, it’s always preferable to locate a wall stud behind the ...

06/16/2026

Did you know that living close to a fire station or hydrant can lower your homeowners insurance premium? Find more money-saving tips here.

Having homeowners insurance is a necessity, but there’s no reason to pay more in premiums than you must. Here are multiple ways to save money while still staying safe. Insurance rates are calculated by the insurable risk you pose to the company. Most of the savings listed here reduce risk. Don’t...

06/14/2026

Buyers love natural light. Let the light shine in by removing curtains & blinds when staging your home!

06/13/2026

Eyeing that new Instantpot for your kitchen? Consider these five appliances that are worth your countertop real estate.

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 ...

06/11/2026

Scented candles won't mask to***co odors from buyers' sensitive noses. Instead, try these effective methods to rid smoke smells from your home.

The lingering odor of cigarette smoke makes any house a tough sell. It will take longer to find a willing buyer and will likely bring a lower price. Unless, of course, the seller is up for the challenge of a floor-to-ceiling scrubbing. Here’s a step-by-step guide. Floors to ceilings. Unlike pet od...

06/09/2026

Each year, you get a property tax bill from your county government. What determines how much you owe, and where do these tax dollars go? Here’s a primer on property taxes.

Paying property taxes is an unavoidable part of homeownership. What determines how much you pay? Here’s a brief primer on property taxes.

06/07/2026

Brightly colored flowers against the backdrop of fresh mulch can do wonders for your yard's curb appeal when selling.

06/06/2026

A room filled with patterns and prints can be cozy and interesting or jarring to the eye. Here’s how to combine patterns and prints successfully.

Here’s how to mix patterns and prints like a professional when decorating your home’s interior to take a room from blah to beautiful.

06/04/2026

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.

06/02/2026

When buying a home, you may qualify for downpayment assistance. There are many programs that help not only first-time home buyers, but also low-moderate income borrowers. Read this guide to learn more about these opportunities.

Accumulating down payment money for a house is important, but can be challenging, especially for millennials bogged down in massive student loan debt. But don’t despair. Help is available through down payment assistance programs -- in other words -- free money. The Federal Housing Administration, ...