Katrice Johnson Realtor, Fathom Realty

06/05/2026

Hometown Heroes is an organization designed to give back to those who help make our communities a better place to live by offering real savings from real estate professionals like me. These services to heroes are always FREE and never come with a catch. Contact me today to learn more!

06/04/2026

It’s enough to make you sweat! When applying for a mortgage, should you lock in your interest rate or let it “float?” Here’s how to decide.

When applying for a mortgage, one of the first decisions a buyer must make is whether to lock in an interest rate on a mortgage. It’s somewhat of a gamble, but can be less stressful by paying attention to financial trends. How the process works. While shopping for homes, it’s also wise to shop f...

06/02/2026

Abandoned houses can be like living through a horror movie for a home seller. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help yourself and the neighborhood.

An abandoned, decaying house in your neighborhood -- also known as a ‘zombie’ house -- could mean big trouble for you and your neighbors, especially if you’re planning to put your home on the market any time soon. How to recognize a zombie. Typically long abandoned, a zombie house may have bro...

05/31/2026

Need cash for a home repair? Find out how to tap the equity in your house.

The equity in your home is an untapped resource for financing such things as remodeling projects or a child’s college education. Is it wise to take a home equity loan or a line of credit, and how do they work? The equity in your home -- the value of your home minus what you owe -- is not liquid. I...

05/30/2026

Sixty percent of coffee drinkers report that they can’t start the day without a cup of Joe. Start your morning off right with the perfect coffee maker.

If you start your day with coffee, buying a new coffee maker is a major decision. With so many options, finding the best one to suit your needs can be tricky. Here’s what you need to know before you shop. Drip coffee makers brews larger quantities (4 to 12 cups) of coffee, so it’s a good option ...

05/29/2026

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05/28/2026

There’s no rush when buying a home near water. Family safety, potential flooding and maintenance are key issues to explore.

If you’re in the market for a house with a pond, you’ve got a lot of homework to do before making an offer to purchase. Government regulations, potential flooding, safety issues and added costs are among the concerns that need to be addressed by a prospective buyer. Safety first. Living near a p...

05/26/2026

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...

05/25/2026

Memorial Day, which honors America’s fallen soldiers, was long known by another name. What was Memorial Day called before 1967?

No consensus exists on when and where Memorial Day in America began, but the custom of decorating the graves of America’s Civil War dead became so widespread by 1868 that May 30 became known as Decoration Day. In 1967, it became officially known as Memorial Day. In 1968, Congress moved the day fro...

05/24/2026

Did your tax bill leave you in shock? Here’s what to do if your home’s property appraisal skyrocketed this year.

If you received an unusually high property tax bill, don’t be afraid to fight back. Here’s how to effectively question your tax appraisal and file an appeal. Taxing authorities have two ways to boost tax revenue. One is to raise the tax rates. Typically, several local entities each has its own t...