Alexis Stencel

09/10/2026

Most homeowners know the nerve-grating sound of a chirping smoke alarm. Too often the chirp begins in the middle of the night. Here’s how to stop that annoying sound and get some sleep.

Nearly every homeowner has experienced the maddening intermittent chirping of a smoke alarm, too often in the middle of the night. Though it may seem the chirp is just there to annoy you, it’s actually designed to alert you that your smoke alarm needs attention. Here’s how to stop a chirping smo...

09/08/2026

More home and less yard appeals to some homebuyers. If you fall into this category, a zero-lot-line home may be right for you. Read up on the advantages and disadvantages here to help make your decision.

For homeowners wanting little or no yard to maintain, a zero-lot-line home may be the answer. What is a zero lot line home, and is it right for you?

09/07/2026

Wishing all the pleasures of a well-deserved Labor Day!

09/06/2026

Bedside fans can be a great way to stay cool in the night & drown out any noise for a deep sleep. Are you a fan?

09/05/2026

If you have condensation building up in double-paned windows, that means the seal is broken and a home inspector will likely note that it requires replacement. When listing your home, get ahead of the game and check to see if your windows' warranty is still valid to avoid additional cost. Here are some additional tips about when to replace them.

If your home has older windows, should you replace them with new, more energy efficient ones? Here’s a quick guide to the pros and cons. First, do you need new windows? If your home has single-pane glass windows, you might want to consider energy-efficient windows that will provide moderation from...

09/03/2026

Owning rental properties is a great wealth building investment, but finding good tenants is crucial. Here’s a guide to getting - and keeping - great tenants.

Great renters make your investment pay off, but to get them, you must also put time and money into screening tenants and keeping them.

09/01/2026

The pandemic has changed how we work, go to school and interact with friends and family. Home has become the workplace, the schoolroom and the vacation retreat for many. Here’s how home designs are evolving.

The Covid-19 pandemic has brought changes to every aspect of our lives, even where we live. Home designs are adapting to this new normal.

08/30/2026

Hot Tubs for the Home - A Worthwhile Investment or a High Maintenance Horror?

08/29/2026

If your bathroom is closet-sized, try these big-design, small-space ideas before the showings begin.

If you have a small bathroom, you know it can be a challenge to make it work. Bathroom spaces need to be functional, of course, but that doesn’t mean that they can’t also have style. With the right fixtures, smart storage, and a few design tricks, you can create a great-looking bathroom that wor...

08/27/2026

Increasing numbers of unmarried couples are buying houses together. Homeownership is an excellent goal, but here are some important financial and legal considerations you and your significant other should consider.

Homeownership is a great goal, but before you take the plunge with your significant other, you need to cover some important legal and financial ground.