Owning a condo is a great option for people from all walks of life. Empty nesters and retirees have less house to take care of. Newlyweds can have a nice home before they start a family. Small families can have the space they need instead of owning too much home. And if you hate doing […]
Halloween is nearly here, and if you’re ready for thrills, chills, and goosebumps, it’s time to plan a trip to a haunted house! There are lots of spooky, creepy, and scary events in the Charlotte area. If this is your kind of terrifying fun, here’s where you need go this year! The Fear Farm Located […]
A self-driving Tesla rear-ended a fire truck in California. An automated-vehicle being tested by Uber hit and killed a pedestrian in Arizona. In Florida, a test driver for Tesla was killed in a car accident. The more companies test their automated or self-driving vehicles on the roads, the more we’ll hear about accidents and fatalities. […]
Insurance on a rental property can seem like just one more expense in a long list of things that cost too much money. But it’s there for a reason — to protect you and your investment when something goes horribly wrong. Not convinced? Check out these real-life horror story experiences from landlords just like you. […]
Not every hero wears a cape, so plan and practice your escape in case of a home fire. Fire Prevention Week (October 6-12) is an excellent time to educate everyone in your home and in your life on how they can keep themselves safe from home fires. In a typical home, you may have as […]
With fall quickly approaching, the season of craft fairs will soon begin. In cities across the United States, many individuals will set up tables at craft fairs to sell holiday items, jewelry, clothing, accessories, baked goods and other items. While you may think of this as “small business”, the creative industry continues to be an […]
Renting your home out sounds like a great way to make money or to hold onto a property you’re not living in. With the right tenants and an understanding the responsibilities you have has a landlord, it can be a sound way to build your income. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t any risks involved. […]
Winter is just around the corner — don’t let the last few warm days fool you. If you’re dreaming of a crackling fire on a cold night, now is the time to think about your chimney and fireplace. Proper care and maintenance not only keeps your fireplace functioning properly, it prevents damage and disasters. Here’s […]
Are you buying a new home? Did your mortgage lender tell you that you need hazard insurance as a requirement for the purchase and you can’t go to closing until you have it? You know you need homeowners insurance, but you didn’t know about hazard insurance! Don’t panic. Hazard insurance isn’t a special kind of […]
Even if you can’t feel the change in the air yet, fall is fast approaching. If that puts you in mind of apple cider, pie, and apple-picking, you’re not alone! September is prime apple picking season although you can still find delicious apples into late October, when the weather really begins to change. If you’re […]
