Michelle Askew, Realtor with Fathom Realty - Cal DRE #02039219

06/05/2026

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06/04/2026

Today’s home interiors are simple and cheerful. Here are six light and bright ideas to bring a smile to your new home life.

The latest buzzwords in home interiors: bright, cheery and simplified. Say “hello” to white cabinets and light gray walls and “so-long” to dark woods and moody colors. Cabinets painted in light, bright colors, often in white, are seeing a resurgence. Another popular trend is the open shelvin...

06/02/2026

Is a swing set worth squabbling over when selling your home? Don’t let sweet memories stop a deal.

When you put your home up for sale, what are your options regarding the basketball hoop, swing set or playhouse you installed for the kids? While homeowners may be especially sentimental when it comes to their children, it’s important to remember that not even a beloved swingset is worth losing a ...

05/31/2026

Does the thought of a cold shower give you the shivers? Study up on water heating systems before you need one.

When choosing a water heater, homeowners need to know what type of heating system will provide the most efficient delivery at the most affordable cost? Conventional storage heaters are the most popular and familiar type of water heater. Typically, the tanks hold 40 gallons or more, and are kept hot....

05/30/2026

Disasters strike without warning. Be prepared with these ten essential home emergency items.

Hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes strike indiscriminately, which means every homeowner should be prepared for life-threatening emergencies. Here are ten essential items to have on hand. A source of power. A generator will keep your refrigerator working to preserve food, and provide ligh...

05/29/2026

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05/28/2026

8 factors to consider when choosing between new construction and an existing home.

The hunt for a new home most often begins with the answer to one simple question. Do I want to purchase an existing home or new construction? Retro and quirky versus a blank slate? Consider these eight trade-offs before making your decision. Purchase price. Statistics show that buying a new house ma...

05/26/2026

Getting down to business. Whether you’re staying put or putting your house on the market, a great home office is a good investment.

Offices have become a staple in many homes and top many prospective buyers’ wish lists, too. But with all the paper, the equipment, and the office supplies, it can feel like mission impossible to keep it all looking great. Regardless of whether you’re staging for sale or just trying to maintain ...

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

Don’t invite criminals into your home with an unsecured wifi network. Here’s what every homeowner needs to know to stay cyber safe.

Protecting your home wifi network is a must for every homeowner. Guard your personal and financial information with these five easy steps.