Bart Scott, Realtor - Fathom Realty

06/05/2026

If you think that repairs are likely going to be needed to your home, you may want to go ahead and have an inspection done before listing so that you can be proactive and minimize the punch list that's forthcoming. Here are some more good reasons to have this done.

In certain situations,the seller should be proactive and spring for a pre listing home inspection. When is this a good idea?

06/03/2026

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.

06/01/2026

From stucco to brick, this handy guide will help you sort through the details of selecting your home's exterior choices when building.

Brick, stone, stucco, vinyl -- the choices can be overwhelming when building a home from the ground up. What type of look are you trying to achieve? And does that aesthetic appeal meet your budget and hold up to the weather conditions in your neck of the woods? Here are some things to consider befor...

05/30/2026

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

05/29/2026

Follow these six bedroom decorating tips to convey a retreat with a good night’s sleep for potential home buyers...or just to enjoy for yourself!

Your bedroom should be your personal retreat -- a soothing, restful space to unwind at the end of the day. Check out these six bedroom-staging tips, whether you’re prepping for a home sale or just a good night’s sleep. Consider your color palette. It doesn’t matter if you’re decorating or st...

05/27/2026

The need to work remotely from home during the pandemic has led to cloffices - offices carved out of closets. Here’s how to create an effective workplace in a tiny space.

Tucking an office into a closet space carves out a dedicated workstation but uses minimal space. Here are some tips for creating a “cloffice.”

05/25/2026

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

05/23/2026

Small Spaces Tip: Before buying furniture, get the measurements and use painter's tape to mark its placement on the floor

05/22/2026

If you have stainless steel appliances, you know how hard it is to keep them looking good. When selling your home, it's important to be on top of keeping them clean and smudge-free...especially if they will be included in the sale. Here are some tips on how to easily achieve that brilliant stainless shine before you show.

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...

05/20/2026

Nature’s fury wreaks millions of dollars of damage to homes every year. Here are steps you can take to minimize the impact of water, wind and severe storm weather.

Every year, major storms wreak destruction in different parts of the nation. What can you do to protect your home from nature’s wrath?