Upon Closer Inspection
Electricity is so ubiquitous at this point in the 21st century that it’s a relationship we take for granted, and there’s no greater heartbreak than when the power goes out. That’s why electrical problems can be such a big deal, even downright scary. And when the power is out, like a sudden breakup, you can’t…
The usual timing of a home inspection comes at a pretty crucial period during the purchase of a home. In Texas, it typically happens during the option period — that negotiated time frame of a few days to a week or so after an offer has been accepted, when a buyer is able to call…
Now that the winter storm has passed and the kids are (finally) back to school … (seriously, I live in Allen, and my kids went back on FRIDAY) … temperatures are headed back to a range that Texans can live with, and all that funny white stuff is melting away, we can all take a…
You probably woke up to some serious ice and maybe some snow, and it’s only going to get wintrier as the day progresses. If you haven’t taken a few basic steps to protect your home, you may regret it later. It may be too late to stock up on toilet paper, but it’s actually not…
There is no shortage of aspiring house flippers, thanks to shows like Flip or Flop, Property Brothers, and others. There’s certainly nothing wrong with flipping houses or buying one that’s been flipped. When done well, bringing distressed or neglected properties back to life is a service to communities and brings more inventory to the market.…
