Northern Poconos Real Estate News
If a fire breaks out in your home, every second counts. Most people understand the importance of smoke alarms and how they can be lifesaving in the case of an emergency, but equally important is having a fire plan for your family so everyone knows what to do if a fire does break out.
The National Fire Protection Association offers guidelines that can help people put together a plan. Here are some things you should do:
First, gather your family and talk about how the most important thing to do i...
Preparing your home for a winter storm can be a hassle, especially when done last minute, so make sure to plan ahead and take these necessary precautions this winter season.
Double check for supplies
You may think you have shovels, flashlights, and extra fuel ready to go, but don’t rely on last year’s stock to get you through the season. You don’t want to be forced to go on the dreaded last-minute hardware or grocery store run. If a storm is on the horizon, make sure to make a list of wh...
If your child has a Social Security number, they can become a victim of identity theft.
With a clean credit history, a child’s Social Security number can be more valuable to a thief than an adult’s. It can be used to apply for government benefits, open bank and credit card accounts, and apply for a loan.
This could lead to a poor credit history before your child reaches age 18. A poor credit score can make it difficult to get good terms on credit, a mortgage and insurance. Some employers and la...
If you’re handy around the house, the thought of tackling a variety of home improvement projects with your own two hands might have crossed your mind a time or two.
But before you dig into a DIY project, it’s important to consider some factors beyond your ability to do the job right. You’ll also want to consider the cost of all the tools and materials needed, as well as the amount of time you’ll need to devote to the project.
Here are four important questions to ask yourself before attacking a...
Staging your home is crucial any time of year—but especially during winter, when weather and a slower market tend to get in the way. These staging tips are sure to put your home in the front of potential buyers’ minds this season.
Tastefully decorate
Use the wintery feel of these months to your advantage—even in warmer climates. Twinkly lights and elegant winter decor can instantly take your home up a notch. A pinecone wreath, seasonal flowers and greenery, and other small landscaping touche...
Quite the opposite of minimalist décor, Granny Chic is maximalist. In other words, more is more. Grandma's furnishings, once considered outdated and unsophisticated, are now in high demand. Millennials are leading the charge toward Granny Chic in both their fashion and their interior décor choices. In terms of sustainability, Granny Chic checks many of the boxes. Furnishings and accent pieces are recycled or upcycled, so they do not wind up in landfills.
Granny Chic thoughtfully and deliberatel...
In the fast pace of day-to-day living, a well-organized kitchen is a necessity. However, finding the time to design an efficient kitchen is another thing all together. Where to begin? The kitchen pantry is the best place to start. This kitchen element provides storage for groceries, spices, kitchen utensils and small appliances. The first thing you will want to do is to assess your cooking needs and the space you already have to store it.
To start with, you might remove all the items from the p...
