Mortgage Terms All First-Time Home Buyers Need To Know

Finding the perfect home for you to start or raise a family is only part of fulfilling your dream of home ownership. The other equation is obtaining a mortgage loan, so you can buy that home and pay if off by the time you've reached your golden years, if not before. There are many types of mortgage loans available, so it is important to have a basic understanding of the options out there for you. Read More 

What To Do If Your Key Broke In Your Ignition

If you were having difficulty getting the key out of your ignition, and the entire key is now stuck or part of it has broken off in the ignition, there are a few things you can do. Some of these methods work better when the entire key is stuck, while others can be done for half of a key that broke off when trying to dislodge it. Loosen the Steering Wheel Read More 

Are Your Roof Gutters Damaging Your Home This Winter?

Clogged root gutters are always a hassle, but they can be particularly problematic during cold weather. Between autumn's unusually freezing temperatures and winter arriving, clogged gutters may spell disaster for your gutters and your roof. Learn how the cold weather may cause damage to your home if your gutters aren't clean, and what you can do about it. Cold Weather And Roof Gutters Clogged gutters can cause problems for your roof and your home all year long, including water damage to your home's foundation, flooded gardens and yards. Read More 

Pest Debris In Your Ducts Can Make You Ill

Oftentimes, people simply turn their furnace on in the winter without thinking about what might be lurking inside of their ducts. Sure, you might think about all of the dust and other debris that has built up inside of there because your system isn't being used, but that doesn't account for all of the pest contaminants that are lurking under the surface. In fact, the majority of debris in your ducts results from rodents and cockroaches. Read More 

Natural Ways To Get Rid Of Cockroaches

Those who have had the unpleasant experience of seeing cockroaches scurrying across their countertops or floors will understand the importance of getting rid of the intruders ASAP. If you have a severe infestation, you may need to call on an exterminator to handle the situation. However, you can get started on your own pest control regime with the following simple and natural ways to rapidly reduce or eliminate the cockroach population in your home or apartment: Read More