Melanie Comer, Realtor Fathom Realty

08/09/2026

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

08/08/2026

Roommates can be a financial lifeline but they may prove difficult when disagreements arise. Here are several handy tips on roommate etiquette.

Living with roommates can save you money -- or help you afford a nicer place to live -- but beware of the pitfalls of communal living.

08/06/2026

A clean microfiber cloth is your best tool for keeping that smudge-free shine on stainless steel surfaces. Check out more cleaning tips here to ensure a stainless shine to prep for an Open House.

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...

08/04/2026

Before beginning your home search, be sure to check your credit report for any errors. If you find any, dispute the error with all three credit report agencies and the creditor via certified mail with return receipt. Here are some more tips on making sure your credit report is in tip-top shape.

Fix your credit by making on-time payments and setting monthly reminders. Need help improving your credit score? Learn how here!

08/02/2026

Have a Non-Working Fireplace? Add some logs and lights for an inexpensive, year-round ambiance!

08/01/2026

If you live in an older house, there may be many rich stories bound up with its history. Here’s how to learn the history of your vintage home.

If you live in an older home, you could be residing in a place rich with history. Research can yield a treasure trove of your home's history.

07/30/2026

Determined to tackle that home painting project? Don't begin your work without checking this list of essential tools for the task.

Painting can be a big job, but with the right tools the task will be easier and the finished product more professional. Here are nine essential tools. Masking tape will keep paint off of adjacent areas where you don’t want it, making your job decidedly easier. Most often this will be masking trim ...

07/28/2026

Considering a move to a smaller home? Remember decluttering can be liberating. Take the stress out of the move with these useful tips.

If your children are grown, it might be the perfect time to declutter decades worth of possessions and downsize the family home. Let’s take a look at how to get the job done with the least amount of tears shed. Choosing a house. Once you’ve decided to move, ask yourself a few questions about the...

07/26/2026

Side curtains are a great budget-friendly finishing touch to a room without compromising on natural light. What do you think of this color choice?

07/25/2026

Your front porch is the first part of your home most guests see. Does yours say “Welcome!”? Here are some ideas to help.

Whether your front porch is a tiny stoop or a full-blown wraparound, you can decorate it just as you would any room in your home to make it a welcoming introduction to the rest of your house. Not only will you gain curb appeal, but you’ll also create a space where you and guests want to spend time...