Spring Housing Market Activity 2015 was widely considered to be the year housing regained its footing from the depths of the Great Recession: Home appreciation returned equity to places that hadn’t seen it in nearly a decade, interest rates promoted homeownership, and investors have started using a real estate investment strategy or two. The housing market […]
Seed: Seeding and overseeding will help inject new life into thinning grass, help fill in bare areas, and introduce grass varieties. Fertilize: Fall fertilizing helps lawns maintain future health and appearance. Be sure to factor in the types of grass in the lawn and the climate before fertilizing. Cool-season grasses should generally be fertilized […]
1. Clean out the garden. It’s time to clean your garden and remove all the debris (leaves, leftover snow, etc.) Get rid of weeds, making sure that you get the roots so they won’t grow back. This is also a good time to sharpen your garden tools, if needed, because you’re going to require […]
Wipe Walls and Ceilings: Use a vacuum to remove dust. Tackle stubborn surface grime, especially prevalent in kitchens, with a solvent-free degreaser (test it first in an inconspicuous area to ensure it won’t mar the surface). Reseal Grout Lines: The cement-based material between wall, floor, and countertop tiles is extremely porous and stains easily. Protect it […]