2020 saw a 650% rise in RV rentals as many people chose this avenue for extended vacations and weekend getaways. There are numerous advantages to traveling in an RV, including affordability, amenities, and taking pets along for the […]
Back in January, the United States Treasury Department and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) amended the terms of the Preferred Stock Purchase Agreements for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The policies implemented by this revision will go […]
A few blogs back, we talked about the costs and benefits of whole-home solar battery storage for homeowners with solar systems. With renewable energy being the wave of the future and Reach Codes requiring all new construction to have solar […]
Stress is something we all deal with daily. Our modern “always connected and on-the-go” lives may be exciting, but they also result in many of us experiencing (and holding onto) way too much stress. And lately, with the […]
We’ve talked before about smart home devices that can remotely lock and unlock doors, turn on lighting and appliances, raise and lower shades, and so much more. One of the less lauded technologies is on-demand hot water. Tankless […]
Ever since 2018, there has been a resurgence in robocalls. Morning, noon, and night, landlines and cell phones are ringing with unknown and unwanted calls, even for those of us who’ve opted in to the National Do Not […]
California has embraced moving toward renewable and clean energy sources and, as discussed in a previous article on Reach codes, this means all new homes are required to have solar panels. Many cities in Silicon Valley and beyond […]
The importance of a workout space, fitness room or home gym was highlighted in 2020. If you have yet to assign and design a specific exercise space, it’s possible to make any area fit your workout routine. Whether […]
California has overarching building codes, a set of rules that specify new construction or residential remodels standards. These include regulations for plumbing, electrical, and structural, to name a few. Designed to protect buildings and the people and property […]
The new year is an ideal time to refresh your residence inside and out. Updating and modernizing your residence doesn’t have to mean going to great expense. Below are ten simple home improvements that increase curb appeal and […]