Blog Entries in March
Boost Your Home’s Value with These Exterior Renovations
Boost Your Home’s Value with These Exterior Renovations The outside of your home tells a story before anyone even steps inside. A well-maintained exterior signals pride of ownership, thoughtful care, and lasting value. For homeowners thinking about selling or simply improving their property, exterior home renovations often deliver some of the strongest returns. The good news is that
Home Appraisals Explained for Buyers and Sellers
Home Appraisals Explained for Buyers and Sellers If you are buying or selling a home, you will likely hear the word “appraisal” early in the process. It sounds technical, maybe even intimidating. In reality, a home appraisal is simply a professional opinion of a property’s market value. Understanding how it works can help you avoid surprises, manage expectations, and m
How to Create a Home Theater That Feels Just Like the Movies
How to Set Up a Home Theater That Feels Like the Real Thing Movie nights at home have come a long way. What used to mean a couch and a decent TV can now feel like a full cinematic experience, without leaving your driveway. As more homeowners invest in comfort and entertainment spaces, home theaters have become one of the most satisfying upgrades you can make. The good news is you do not ne
Are Open House Floor Plans Still In?
By Chris Petry Just a few years, nearly ever real estate listing’s ad copy would spotlight phrases like “wide open,” “open to,” “effortlessly leads into” or “flows into.” We’d hear how each room would “smoothly” transition into the other and how it “boasted” an “abundance of natural light.” So, just
March Madness!
By Chris Petry March Madness is here! March Madness is here! Wait a second, what is March Madness anyway? In all actuality, it’s the term for a specific NCAA Division 1 men’s basketball tournament, originating back to 1939. The single-elimination tournament is played by 68 teams, mostly during the month of March. Hence the name. Now, let’s talk about another kind of M
Homeowner.ai: The New Must Have App
By Chris Petry Another day, another app. You’ll love this one, though. We promise! It’s called Homeowner.ai and it’s an amazing organization tool that allows homeowners quick convenient access to all their important home documentation, including warranties, service receipts, appliance warranties, closing documents and more in the MySolutions.ai hub. Additionally, it provides a
Happy St. Patrick's Day Ohio!
By Chris Petry This year, St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Monday. Ordinarily, the prospect of any holiday falling on a Monday is enough to make anyone recoil in horror and dread. After all, one still needs to report to work first thing Tuesday morning. Then Wednesday, Thursday and Friday before there’s any time to catch up on lost Zzzs. Of course, a lot of people will just ramp up the
Tax Time: Everyone's Favorite Time of Year
By Chris Petry Yes, that headline was penned with definite sarcasm. Did you know there are people who actually enjoy filing their taxes? I’m going to assume they share a psychological profile with the kinds of people who enjoy playing Patty Cake with bear traps and cuddling with porcupines, but they do exist. Regardless of how any of us feel about the matter, truth is, we don’t real
Light in Your Home & Business
By Chris Petry Back in 1972, legendary pop singer Johnny Nash sang, “It’s gonna be a bright, bright sunshiny day.” Well today, we’re also going to talk about something rather bright. Yes, the lighting in your home or business. This is a blog, however, so I regret to inform you, there will be no singing. Today, we’re going to cover the types of lighting one could in
What Should We Do? Buy? Sell? Rent?
By Chris Petry One of my favorite YouTube shows is Good Mythical Morning, starring Rhett McLaughlin and Lincoln “Link” Neal. If you’re not familiar with said comedy duo or the show, it’s kind of like an online variety show, most famous for their often-times absurd food challenges, sometimes featuring A-list celebrity guests. One of the reoccurring bits is the Will It cha
