The national pandemic resulted in a high demand of goods and services over the last six months. Families who stayed home most of the summer installed swimming pools, purchased bicycles, and completed home improvement projects inside and out. Thanks to low mortgage rates — and perhaps a desire to upgrade to a house with more…

Hiring a home inspector is the best way to know if everything in the house you want to purchase is in good order. A successful home inspection should give you the full picture of what you’re paying for and where you might have issues in the future or problems that need to be addressed immediately.…

2020 seems to be the year Americans are taking stock of what matters to them most when it comes to work-life balance. If you didn’t have to live near your city-based office, where would you choose to make your home? Rural communities and open spaces are developing a renewed appeal as urban dwellers relocate to…

We’re all spending a lot more time at home this spring. Even if we’re working outside the home for an essential business, fewer or non-existent extra-curricular activities and obligations mean we can more readily tackle some home projects, if we’re up for it.  And now that the weather is milder, outside might be a great…

Working from home in the twenty-first century is a common scenario in almost every industry. Conference calls, emails, and other administrative tasks often can be completed outside a traditional office environment. In the spring of 2020, almost the entire American workforce across various industries is working remotely on a full- or part-time basis. If telecommuting…

Smart phones, smart TVs, smart clocks, smart electrical plugs… Almost everything you can buy for your home these days comes with capabilities beyond its most basic functions. That’s great news for those of us who have embraced what the 21st century offers. We’ve talked a little bit before about smart options for our homes, and…

February is the month for hearts and love. Here in New Hampshire, there are plenty of options to celebrate, whether you’re looking for a special dining experience, a getaway for a romantic weekend, or something fun to do to enjoy our beautiful state in all its winter glory. For a special occasion dinner, there are…

A new decade calls for fresh touches around the home. How would you like to update your interior? We have the low-down on this year’s design trends. First, color. The color of the year as named by the Pantone Color Institute is Classic Blue. It’s a deep shade, some say reminiscent of the sky at…

New Year’s resolutions don’t have to be reserved for personal growth and goals. Sure, you might vow to lose some pounds or get back to your workout routine more consistently. Pledging to finally reach that travel destination you’ve been dreaming of or becoming more involved in community service also are valid ambitions. But promises of…

If purchasing a new or first home is on your to-do list for 2020, it’s never too early in the year to start planning. Where do you want to live? We recommend New Hampshire, for many reasons. If you already live in the Granite State, decide if you’ll move to a new town or remain…

This time of the year is often stressful for families. Even under the most ordinary of circumstances, getting ready for the holiday season can put a mental and financial strain on us. If you have just moved into a new home or finished remodeling, the challenge to settle in and enjoy celebrations with family and…

Did you watch “A Very Brady Renovation” recently on HGTV? For many of us who grew up in the 70s and 80s as fans of the family sitcom in syndication, the episodes that featured the transformation of the beloved Brady home were a nostalgic trip down memory lane. In the end, the house we recognized…