In our increasingly complex times, homesteading has become a popular way to return to a simpler lifestyle, especially for many retirees. It’s a movement towards greater self-sufficiency and sustainable living. It can mean everything from growing your own food to going completely off-grid; depending on how self-sufficient you want to be, you can homestead almost anywhere. Are you ready to take the...
Buying a house can be complicated if you're not familiar with how real estate transactions work. There are formalities. There are contracts. There are title searches with serious legal implications involved. For many busy, non-realtors who just want to buy a house and get settled in, hiring a real estate agent just makes sense. But with over 2 million real estate agents active and practicing in...
Property managers work hard to ensure their residents are happy, the property looks good, and the books are balanced. Least to say, it's not always easy to stay on top of these requirements. Property management requires careful planning, effective delegation, and adopting technological tools - among others. To many people, property management comes naturally, while others have to acquire necessary...
Thanks to DIY resources on YouTube and home improvement websites, more homeowners are getting their hands dirty with DIY home improvements. Completing your own repairs and renovations is a smart way to save money and hone your skills, especially when it comes to small jobs like fixing a leaky sink. However, there are some repairs that are best left to the pros if you want to avoid wasting money, damaging...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of every four older adults falls every year. Of those falls, 20 percent are serious, resulting in a broken bone, head trauma, or a similar injury. And, falling once doubles one’s chance of experiencing another fall in the future. There’s no way to completely prevent falls, so it’s crucial to provide immediate help when a fall does...
If you’re looking for ways to get your investment portfolio up and running, real estate is a good place to start, especially here in Las Vegas. Not only can it provide you with additional income each month, but it can also teach you a lot about investing in general. However, short-term and long-term rental properties in Las Vegas both come with their own unique share of risks and challenges. To help...
Disputes over pets between landlords and tenants are practically unavoidable. This is probably why so many tenants prefer to get a cat or dog without letting their landlords know or without paying the required deposit. In 2019, renters in Houston had abandoned over 40 exotic petsafter moving out, including chinchillas, hedgehogs, chameleons and a gecko. While all of these were pretty safe, a tiger was...
Living in a smart home is no longer a futuristic fantasy. Today, there are countless smart devices on the market with a variety of functions that help you save time and money. From smart speakers to update you on the news every morning to smart thermostats that allow you to warm up your home from your phone, there is a smart gadget for practically every need. These devices are endlessly useful, and now...
What do you do when your home is in good shape, but you still want to make some changes here and there? Say that your kitchen has all the upgrades it needs and your bathroom has gone through a renovation recently - what could possibly be next on the improvement list? The answer to that question can really be anything. If you’re one of those homeowners that has this need to upgrade different areas of...
The housing market currently favors sellers with the majority of homeowners getting their asking prices without problems. Some homes are even selling above-market prices. You may not have a problem getting an offer on your home, but don’t you want to get the most out of your investment? You can increase your home’s value without putting a lot of money into a project and here are a few tips to help...