Tips for Safely Viewing the Solar Eclipse
Excitement is building in north Georgia for the upcoming solar eclipse! On August 21, 2017, all of the continental United States will see a partial solar eclipse. A select population who live in a 70-mile wide swath across the country, including northeast Georgia, will get to experience a total solar eclipse, where the moon will completely cover […]
Easy Tips for Outdoor Entertaining
Now that spring is upon us, this is the perfect time to entertain your friends, family, and neighbors outdoors! Here are some tips to for hosting amazing outdoor gatherings at your home. Nothing is worse than running out of food at your party, so make more than you think you will need! To minimize waste, […]
Mortgage Rates at a Low for 2017!
Last week, the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage dipped to 3.9%. This is the first time the mortgage rate has dipped below four percent in 2017, and represents the lowest rate this year! Other mortgage rates have taken similar plunges – the average rate on a 15-year fixed rate mortgage fell to 3.23%, and the average […]
There Has Never Been a Better Time to Buy a New Home!
There has never been a better time to buy a new home! After a steady increase in mortgage rates at the end of 2016, rates have begun to drop again. The average rate for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage is 4.38 percent, and 15-year fixed rate mortgages are averaging an incredible 3.76%. A recently released housing […]
New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home
This New Year, don’t forget to include one of your most valuable assets in your list of resolutions – your home! Check out these easy ways to make your home cleaner and greener in 2017! Purge the Paper With busy schedules, it’s all too easy to let excess paper pile up. Go through the piles in […]
Ways to Save on Home Heating Costs
Fall temperatures have finally arrived in Georgia – stay warm this season without breaking the bank by following these smart tips to save on home heating costs! Windows, especially single-pane windows, can be responsible for as much as 25% of heat loss in a home. Cover large windows and sliding glass doors with clear transparent […]