While there's a lot to be said for the value of high-tech home security systems, there are many basic, inexpensive things you can do to safeguard your home from intruders. Keeping your home secure begins with awareness, good communication, and positive habits. Where does good communication come into play? One example is the need to have a trusted neighbor...

Purchasing your first home will be one of the most rewarding and fulfilling parts of your life. It’s an important milestone on the way to financial independence and to starting a family for millions of Americans. It also comes with a lot of responsibilities and unforeseen expenses. A Reddit user asked the online community what items ended up being...

Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay There are many fees and costs you’ll encounter as a homeowner. From closing costs that are due when first purchasing your home to your mortgage payment and property taxes, keeping up with these expenses is essential. But if you’re a homeowner that didn’t pay your property taxes, you’re at risk of losing...

Photo by J. Lynne Hardesty via PixabayThe little state of Maine draws thousands of travelers each year. If you’re among those who are making the trek to this popular travel destination, you may feel overwhelmed by the plethora of things to see and do. If your time is limited, here are a few things you simply must see...

Image by khathar ranglak from Shutterstock Most times, after moving your property into your new home, you have stacks of empty cardboard boxes to put away. After taking out the contents, you might be wondering what to do with that pile of cardboard. Thankfully, cardboard moving boxes are easy to reuse and can serve other purposes. Break Down...

Photo by rawpixel via Pixabay A high-performance home is one that operates efficiently, and saves you -- the homeowner -- significant costs in heating, cooling and more. When it comes time to sell a home of this type, the price point is typically higher -- up to 3.4 percent. High-performance homes are in demand today, and if you've...

It’s a good financial practice to check your credit report and score periodically. You want to be sure that no one has stolen your identity and that all the information on the report is correct. It may sound simple to check your credit, but there are so many sources that you can get it from and so many options...

Your secluded & spacious home in the Creekview Estates gated community. Cooking "with gas" for family & friends will be easy in the ample kitchen updated in '18. Natural light warms the open floor plan with high ceilings, 2 living areas & gas fireplace. Rest quietly in your downstairs Master with split plan guest bedroom downstairs & 2 bedrooms upstairs. Enjoy outdoor barbecues in the privacy of your fenced backyard. The family will love the community pool on those HOT summer...

Imagine time with family - dinner, laughter & memorable moments in this open, comfortable design...then you retreat with privacy to your Master en suite! Experience the joy of cooking with gas range & granite counters/breakfast bar. Romp, play, garden in the ample corner lot with privacy back fence. Too good to be true - 2 car garage & spacious driveway. Neighbor friendly Community Garden & Playground maintained by Terrell Heights Neighborhood Association. (Voluntary...

Imagine time with family - dinner, laughter & memorable moments in this open, comfortable design...then you retreat with privacy to your Master en suite! Experience the joy of cooking with gas range & granite counters/breakfast bar. Romp, play, garden in the ample corner lot with privacy back fence. Too good to be true - 2 car garage & spacious driveway. Neighbor friendly Community Garden & Playground maintained by Terrell Heights Neighborhood Association. (Voluntary...

Heart of Alamo Heights. Charming two bedroom, two full bath property for lease. Separate garage. Pretty hardwood floors! Nice open living and separate dining space. Eat in kitchen with tons of natural light. Includes laundry machines and refrigerator. Enjoy a cup of coffee on the front porch or have a BBQ get together on the large back deck. Lush landscaped backyard. Great location behind Alamo Heights High...

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED GARDEN HOME IN HUNTERS CREEK LARGE SINGLE LIVING AREA W CORNER FIREPLACE, CERAMIC TILE FLOORS, CEILING FANS, PAINT IN DESIGNER COLORS. KITCHEN HAS GRANITE COUNTERS,UPDATED APPLIANCES,& A LARGE BREAKFAST AREA. LARGE PATIO. FENCED BACKYARD. HUNTERS CREEK IS CENTRALLY LOCATED AND CLOSE TO THE MEDICAL CENTER, USAA, IH-10, 1604, & 410, SHOPPING & SCHOOLS & CHURCHES. A WONDERFUL GARDENHOME IN A FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD. VACANT AND EASY TO...