Kari Gordon

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth - Celebrate this day of freedom!

06/17/2026

Even pet-loving buyers may be turned off by lingering pet odors and damage. Check out this guide to prepare your pet and your house for showings.

When pet owners put their homes up for sale, it’s best to make those beloved animals disappear without a trace. The dog beds, the cat crates, the hair, the chew marks and the smell all need to be removed before the first showing. Here’s a step-by-step guide on selling your home with pets.

06/15/2026

Selling your home can be overwhelming, but with my Home Seller Handbook, you’ll have a step-by-step guide to navigate every part of the process with confidence! From staging tips to negotiation strategies, my handbook helps you sell faster and for more money. Don't go it alone - download your copy today: https://www.houseopedia.com/homesellerhandbook?id=b2zd

06/14/2026

Home Buyer Tip: To help avoid hidden repair costs of an existing home, negotiate with the Seller to include a Home Warranty. Read on to be prepared for other unexpected expenses.

You’ve sacrificed, scrimped and saved for the down payment on your first home. But have you saved for the whole new world of expenses that comes with home ownership? If not, you could get blindsided by: Closing costs. Do your homework before making an offer because the down payment is just part of...

06/13/2026

Looking for a great way to bring color and interest to a room? Punch up a wall with a mix of art and frame with molding. Are you a fan of this design?

06/12/2026

Your backyard pool is a sapphire oasis of fun. Here’s how to surround that gem with easy-to-maintain landscaping that enhances its beauty.

Landscaping around a pool can enhance its beauty and provide privacy. Check out these recommendations for landscaping around a pool.

06/10/2026

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 ...

06/08/2026

🖥️ The future of home shopping is here! Virtual reality home tours let buyers experience homes from anywhere, saving time and making the search easier. Ready to explore the world of 3D tours? Dive into the benefits for buyers, sellers, and agents: https://www.houseopedia.com/virtual-reality-home-tours?id=b2zd

06/07/2026

A radiant barrier is a reflective coating on the underside of the roof decking. Did you know this addition can slash your energy bills by 15 percent to 25 percent? Here are some more high-tech energy savings tips.

Technology has accelerated the ability to have a super energy-efficient home. Here are seven must-have ways to slash your usage and cost. Cool roofing. The roof takes the brunt of the sun’s energy and absorbs heat, affecting the cooling of the whole house. Light colored roof shingles were introduc...

06/06/2026

Have some small spaces in your home? Mirrors can be used in a variety of ways to create the impression of more space.