Veronica Theriot-Canal and Main Realty

04/15/2026

You only get one shot at a first impression. That's why curb appeal is so important when selling your home. Get started with these 5 easy steps and then give me a call to get your home listed!

When prospective buyers arrive to peruse your newly listed home, will they get a good first impression of the front yard? Put your gardening gloves on and roll up your sleeves. We’ve got work to do. The front lawn, which plays a major role in the overall impression the property, should be lush and...

04/13/2026

Sometimes people are bequeathed property in an estate but don’t want it. Did you know that you can disclaim an inherited asset...whether it is money, securities, or real property? Read this article to learn why you would want to do this and how to do it.

An heir might disclaim an inheritance in several situations. Here’s how you can disclaim an inheritance if you need to.

04/12/2026

When staging your home, it's important to choose neutral colors. You want buyers to imagine themselves living in your home with their own décor sense.

04/10/2026

Building a fence is one of the most gratifying (and tiring!) DIY projects. Most homeowners can do it. Here’s how.

With the right materials, a little geometry and plenty of gritty work, you can build your own fence. Let’s get building.

04/08/2026

Before listing for sale, take the extra step to stage your home. Here are the reasons why it is worth the investment.

Before the “For Sale” sign goes up, smart homeowners typically make any necessary repairs and clean until their homes shine. Home staging is an extra step that savvy sellers take to prepare their homes for potential buyers. What is staging? Is it worth the trouble? What is home staging? The goal...

04/03/2026

A home burglary can leave you with a vulnerable feeling. Having an action plan helps you bounce back and relieves anxiety. Here are key steps to take after your home is broken into.

A home burglary leaves you feeling violated and vulnerable. Will they come back? Take a deep breath, then use this action plan.

04/01/2026

Do you plant a Flower Garden or Vegetable Garden?

03/30/2026

Calculating the cost of leaving the city and building a house in the country? Don't forget to include how much it will take to build and maintain a road to get you from a main road to your newly secluded home. Here are some more things to consider.

While the majority of homeowners in America live in subdivisions, some prospective homeowners dream of wide open spaces and a quiet natural setting. So what does it take to build in a rural area as compared to a subdivision? Here are some key differences. Buying the land. In many small towns and rur...

03/28/2026

Open shelves can make a room feel less cramped and more spacious. Just remember to not let them collect clutter.

03/27/2026

You don’t have to spend money on new plants at a nursery. Instead, take cuttings from existing flowers, bushes and trees. Here's a guide on growing plants from cuttings.

Growing new plants using cuttings from other plants is a low-cost alternative to buying from a nursery. Here’s what you need to know.

03/25/2026

Container gardens are a great way to have fresh veggies & herbs, especially in a tight space!