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Tech too hot: 3 ways to prevent an overheated computer (or other tech)

Whether you’re cozied up to your favorite window, working “al fresco” on your back patio,  or catching a signal on the beach, the tech devices

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How Often Should You Change Your HVAC Air Filters?

One of the biggest joys – and challenges – of being a homeowner is doing home maintenance tasks. Thankfully, most basic home maintenance tasks are easy to do, like changing your HVAC filters. In this… Read More

National Fix a Leak Week: How to Find a Plumbing Leak in Your Home

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that household leaks waste almost one trillion gallons of water each year in the United States. This is roughly equivalent to more than 1.5 million… Read More

Need to Write a Compelling Listing? Here’s How

Promoting your latest listings is a big part of being a real estate professional. But what if you don't think your writing skills are exactly where you want them? The experts at The Close are here to… Read More

Storytime: How Science Got Saved!

Let’s take a walk… 15-year-old Corinne burst through the front door and pushed it shut against the wind. It was bitterly cold outside, like the winter wind had a personal vendetta against anything… Read More

How to Cut Energy Costs to Help Your Home Budget

Owning a home comes with a few costs, one of which is your home’s energy bill. In 2019, residential homeowners paid an average of $115 a month – or over $1,300 a year – in electricity bills,… Read More

Storytime: A Dishwasher Disaster

Picture this… Jessica’s family of 6 finished another round of Christmas dinner leftovers, and the dishes—just—would–not—stop. Thank God for the dishwasher! She must have done 20 loads in the last… Read More

National Tune-Up Day: Home System & Appliance Maintenance Essentials

You don’t need to be mechanic or home repair expert to maximize the life of home systems and appliances. All it takes is some simple, scheduled maintenance to keep everything running smoothly for… Read More
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