Summer Cleaning Hacks You Cannot Live Without

Summer Cleaning HacksSummer is a time to be outside and have some fun in the sun! So cleaning is sometimes the last thing on our mind. These quick and easy summer cleaning hacks will make it simple to get your cleaning completed! Making more time for summer fun! Read More


How Home Security System Can Increase Your House Value

If you are looking to sell your home, the comeback that the real estate market is making must have you elated. There are a lot of factors that will determine how much your home will sell for or how much it is worth. The primary factor is the location of your home. The neighborhood and homes that surround your home also have an impact on your home’s value. Read More


How the Home Factors into Retirement and Estate Planning for Seniors

Home Factors into RetirementAs a senior, your home is a big factor in your life today and in planning for tomorrow. Some seniors want to downsize into a smaller home, and pocket some cash for retirement. Others want to renovate some aspects as they want to age-in-place. Some just like the security that their mortgage is paid off or nearly paid off and are looking forward to a reduction in expenses.

Whatever your situation is, there are three key areas of life where your home factors into retirement and has a big impact on decision making. Let’s dive into those areas. Read More


Three Important Steps to Take During a House Fire

house fireThis is a sad day for some people like Johnny Galecki of the Big Bang Theory. Johnny Galecki’s home in San Luis Obispo, CA burned in the night. It appears that the fire is contained and that he and other homes around him are safe. This is a relief!

When it comes to a house fire, there are some steps that you can take to stay safe and to protect your belongings. You never know when something like this can happen to you.  Read More


Boomers Can Maximize Net Worth with Real Estate Assets

new worthYou have spent years paying off your mortgage. Maybe you can afford to buy a rental or vacation property. Or buy your trophy home and entertain family and friends. Or perhaps you need some home equity to pay for college tuition. Lots of home and real estate decisions to make.

A big part of your net worth is built into your primary home or multiple homes if you previously bought investment properties. The big question for you is “do you have visibility into what the net worth really is and what is the forecasted value of this key part of your retirement?” Read More