Bring the colors and feelings of summertime into your home with these best tips and tricks from Better Homes & Garden — everything from furniture arrangements to the smells of the season. See more ideas here.
By Jeff Hewitt Sometimes I wonder whether the development of sporting games proves beyond a shadow of a doubt the masochistic nature of humanity. Baseball is a sport where you have to use a round stick to hit a round ball…
Selling your home? Then you’ve likely had that rude awakening where a real estate agent tours your home and breaks some tough news: Your house needs work before it goes on the market. For starters, you’ll have to fix the boiler. And paint. And replace those outdated…
By Stephanie Harris I grew up in a State with beautiful waterways, as in lakes, rivers, and creeks. Fishing was a must as my grandparents ran their own fishing dock. But here in Hampton Roads, we have so many different options:…
By Penny Neef Is there anything better than biting into a sweet, juicy, perfectly ripe strawberry? Strawberry season has begun. The crop is bumper. The strawberries are delicious. The pickings are easy. I’ve been strawberry picking twice already this spring. …
Whether you just want to indulge your pet or solve an existing problem, these DIY pet projects from HGTV offer great ideas for making the most of life with your furry friend. See more ideas here.
After months of looking at listings and touring open houses, you’ve finally found the perfect home. You love the kitchen and you can see your kids playing out in the backyard with the family dog. Only problem? You’re not the…
By Stephanie Harris Remember the days that we actually made the goods instead of just purchased them? Perhaps you have the gnawing sense of creativity growing in the back of your brain, but you’re not sure how to start. Luckily, Hampton Roads offers…
You’ve seen it on HGTV shows like Property Brothers or Fixer Upper—experts take an outdated home and make it into the buyer’s dream home—all at a fraction of what it costs to buy new. But is it possible to live…
By: Ryan C. Benton Whether you’re searching for a home or selling one you currently own, the home inspection can be one of the most stressful and frightening parts of the process. Before you get too worked up, take a…