Make Your Bay Area Home More Energy-Efficient: A Guide to Green Home Improvements
Whether you are a homeowner planning a major remodel or a seller preparing to put your Bay Area home on the market, one important factor…
Category: Home Improvement
Renovating Without a Permit in the Bay Area: 7 Reasons Why It’s a Big No-No
Renovating your home is an exciting endeavor that can add value and satisfaction to your beloved abode. Stepping into a new room, a finished basement,…
Tips for Creating a Stellar Home Office in a Small Home
There are many benefits that come with working from home. You don’t have to commute to an office, you can set your own hours, and…
Asbestos in the Home
Asbestos in the home is an issue faced by many home owners and buyers. Asbestos is a heat resistant, fibrous "silicate" material which can be…
Santa Cruz Fixer Uppers and the FHA 203K/Energy Efficient Mortgage
But I digress. :) Rick had come to my office so we could discuss the FHA Energy Efficient Mortgage program, and how it can be…
Should You Renovate or Not? Here Are 3 Things To Consider Before Selling Your House in San Jose
When it comes to selling your house in San Jose, one of the important decisions you'll need to make is whether or not to renovate…
6 Things to Remember When Choosing Paint Colors for Your Bay Area Home
Putting on a fresh coat of paint is one of the simplest and most cost-effective ways to transform the look of your Bay Area home.…
Pitfalls of the HERO Program
California HERO ProgramWhat drawbacks could there possibly be with a government-sponsored program to enable homeowners in San Jose to reduce their utility bills while helping…
Five Worst Home Improvements for the Money
Now that more homeowners are looking to create housing wealth by way of the remodel, it bears mention that not all home improvements are created…