Image by Bruno from Pixabay When building a new home, climate has the potential to affect every decision. The architecture and layout of your home, landscaping and features all need to be the best possible choices for the region you’re building in. While you always have some freedom, knowing the best practices for building homes in humid climates...

There are a lot of numbers thrown around when it comes to the marketing of home automation devices. It can be a bit confusing to sort through all of the claimed savings percentages. How much money you save will ultimately depend on a variety of factors, some of which you can control, and others that are out of...

"vipp's prefab shelter" by Nicolás Boullosa licensed under CC BY 2.0 Prefabricated homes come with many advantages. They require less time and less labor than traditional building process and still allow you to own your own home with a much smaller budget. Sustainability is another key factor discussed among builders and buyers alike. Builders promote prefabricated homes as...

Photo by Ricarda Mölck via Pixabay Moving to a new neighborhood brings with it, well, the new neighbors. Although you may be an exceptionally private person — others, by nature, are naturally curious. They want to know who’s moved in next door. This is particularly true when your house is just a few feet or a few inches...

Photo by Hermann Traub via PixabayWith all the cars on the road in LA, you may not know the city for anything other than its smog. However, there's a lot of natural beauty if you know where to look. Here are three hikes in the city that you won't regret. Parker Mesa This hike offers spectacular views of...

Photo by Zbysiu Rodak on Unsplash Antiques can bring a unique feel and vibe to almost any decor. But what happens when your antique piece doesn't exactly work in the room it was designed for? If that is the case, it may be time to upcycle it for use in a different room. Below you will find out...

Photo by Thomas Le on Unsplash If you choose to live in a city, you’ll find a number of benefits to your location. Community: Most cities are densely populated and home to people from many different backgrounds. When you live in a location like this, you’re likely to find a community of folks who share similar interests and...

Image by StockSnap from Pixabay The perfect home is not the only thing you'll need to shop for when you want to become a homeowner. In order to get the best terms, the lowest monthly payment and a reasonable interest rate, start doing some homework now -- before you even attend your first open house. 1. Check Your...

Lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located in sought-after San Juan Bautista! Home has a Prime Location that offers Privacy and Spectacular Views of the San Juan Valley. The Formal Living Room has a lovely Arched and Formal Entry and a Wood-Burning Fireplace with a Brick Hearth! Home includes a separate Family Room with Sliding Glass Door to the Backyard. The Kitchen provides an Eat-in Area, Ceiling Fan, Tile Counter-tops and a Garden-Window that offers more lovely views of the San Juan Valley. Exterior features include a lovely Courtyard, established Landscaping and Privacy. This home is truly a...

Beautifully-presented with a long list of updates throughout. This is a home you can move in to, unpack, and relax, from the new flooring, carpeting, and lighting to the fresh paint and updated skylights. From the moment you step inside, you're welcomed into a generous living room with a wood-burning fireplace for comfort. New ceiling fans, insulation, and a heater ensure climate-controlled living no matter the weather outside. The open-concept floorplan embraces the large living, dining, and kitchen areas. The stunning attention to detail continues in the bedrooms and bath. Additional features include new windows, blinds, doors, a new...

Beautiful 5 bedroom 3 full bath home with an additional Bonus Room/Gym/Nursery. Huge Master bedroom, Master bathroom is a dream, huge walk in shower. Beautiful tile walkways, hardwood floors, carpet where it needs to be when you get in and out of bed. The paint, the details, the finishes are clean and immaculate and taken care of. This is a 1 owner home has been well taken care of and loved. The Back yard is like your very own park and very...

Beautiful Classic Maple Park Home close to Salinas High School. The main house is 2 bedrooms 1 1-1/2 baths but features a huge back room connected to the half bath that could be a third or amazing Master bedroom. This room also opens to the back yard. Bonus Studio (permitted) with separate access thru the driveway breezeway, with full bathroom and kitchenette area. The detached garage has been converted (Walled up) There is a full bathroom garage. LOTS of potential at this property. Freshley painted, new carpet in the bonus room. Clean and move in...