Some neighbors constructed what could have been my dream home and a few streets down bought a wonderful corner lot. Every detail was addressed, from the wood trim to the landscaping to the masonry. And then came the paint. Yikes. I will refrain from telling you that the color in case it is your home's color, but odds are, it is not! Now, what was m

Sometimes it is tricky to find just what you are searching for. You thumb through numerous catalogs, search the Web, even ask your colleagues if they know where to find what it is you seek. You've had some success in locating things that are similar, but none are exactly what you require. Maybe it's time to take matters into your own hands and desi

One of the most effective and frequently overlooked methods of filling or selling a property is the use of directional arrow signs. I'm guilty of it myself, although usually I'm merely lazy instead of overlooking this great marketing strategy. Being lazy usually costs me in terms of holding costs, especially if you happen to be in a buyer's market

My sister once gave me a six-month subscription to Netflix, the online movie rental service in which you pick a DVD from a directory on the website of the company and receive it a couple of days later. You may keep any movie for as long as you want with no late charges, and when you are ready for a new DVD, all you've got to do is set the already w

My favorite seafood restaurant is tucked away in a little shanty by the salt marsh. It bears no custom sign or any sign out front - actually, it uses no advertisements whatsoever. I have gotten lost driving out there . But to be able to dine there at least once a year is a treat that is huge - and it's always, always crowded.Yard signs can be arra