Passive-Aggressive Architecture: The Odd Phenomenon of Spite Houses Architectural styles have always risen and fallen in popularity. But, what happens when a less-than-pleasant motivation becomes the driving force of a new home’s construction? July 17, 2023 By sma Just for Fun entertaining, real estate 0 0 Comment Read More »
American Architecture: Touring Regional Styles in the US The United States has a rich history of architecture that draws influence from many different parts of the globe. Today, let’s take a brief tour of some of the United States’ favorite architectural styles. May 15, 2023 By sma Home Decor, Just for Fun first-time homeowner, new homeowner, real estate 0 0 Comment Read More »
Why Do The Suburbs All Look Alike? The truth behind this phenomenon finds its beginnings nearly eighty years in the past, when a sudden need for housing led to an innovation that was too good not to replicate. May 8, 2023 By sma Just for Fun entertaining, new homeowner, real estate 0 0 Comment Read More »
Why Is Vinyl Flooring So Popular? Should Homeowners Be Concerned? Anyone familiar with the home real estate market has surely experienced the impressive prevalence of vinyl flooring. For some designers and homebuyers, the massive footprint of vinyl is a frustrating turn. May 1, 2023 By sma DIY, Home Decor, Home Maintenance, Safety first-time homeowner, floors, new homeowner, real estate 0 0 Comment Read More »
Did You Skip Your Buyer’s Inspection? If market conditions forced you to skip your buyer’s inspection and you are searching for options, look no further! In this article, we outline the best steps for homeowners who missed their home inspection. April 24, 2023 By sma Home Inspection, Home Maintenance, Safety mold, new homeowner, radon, real estate 0 0 Comment Read More »
Tiny Homes: A Forgotten Fad Or A Major Movement? For those wondering what the draw is and whether the movement has already passed by, here is a bit more information about the absolutely endearing tiny home. April 17, 2023 By sma DIY, Home Inspection, Just for Fun entertaining, moving, new homeowner, organization, real estate 0 0 Comment Read More »
What To Consider Before Getting A Pool Whether you’re a homebuyer looking at a property with a pool, or you’re a homeowner who is thinking of making a dynamic addition to their home, here are a few things to consider before getting a pool. April 3, 2023 By sma Home Inspection, Home Maintenance, Safety home exterior, landscaping, new homeowner, pool, real estate 0 0 Comment Read More »
Property Inspections Are Reaching New Heights With Drones In the property inspection industry, a tool that’s finding its way into many inspectors’ tool belts and may be revolutionizing the field is the drone. March 6, 2023 By sma Home Inspection, Home Maintenance, Safety home seller, moving, new homeowner, real estate, roof 0 0 Comment Read More »
The Pros and Con(do)s of Buying A Condo Condos are often regarded as a less expensive, more obtainable first home for young people. If you are in the market for home ownership, it would be valuable to review the pros and cons of buying a condo. February 6, 2023 By sma Home Decor, Home Inspection, Home Maintenance first-time homeowner, home exterior, home security, landscaping, lawn care, painting, pool, real estate 0 0 Comment Read More »
How Zoning Laws Affect Your Home There are some limiting factors that every homeowner should be aware of before starting any ambitious projects. Let’s break down what they are, and how they might affect your next home improvement project. January 30, 2023 By sma DIY, Home Maintenance, Safety home seller, moving, new homeowner, real estate 0 0 Comment Read More »