With hurricane season in full swing, I am often asked to give presentations about how to find and properly contract with contractors for post-hurricane repairs. Sometimes I am invited by local government to participate in hurricane readiness events; other times senior citizens groups, as well as crime prevention organizations, contact me. More »

It is no secret that tradeshows are fertile grounds for growth.  While attendees can learn about new products and services, vendors can learn about the needs and interests of the people they serve. Last week the Southeastern Building Conference (SEBC) returned to Orlando and homeowners, builders, and related trades-people mingled. More »

Hurricanes are like houseguests from out of state—whether we like them or not, we can expect them to visit every year. Are you prepared? If not, local emergency managers, rescue workers, and government officials can help. More »

When I visited Colorado recently, I noticed that the town of Frisco transported several historic homes to its Historic Park and Museum. This park is a great place for families to “go back into time” and see how life was in the early 19^th century. More »

Because of low home prices and favorable interest rates, housing is more affordable than ever.  Affordability is further increased when you take advantage of assistance programs that can help towards the purchase or renovation of a home. More »