Homes

Published March 14, 2018

Experts say choosing the right tree for the right place is key

METRO DETROIT — Late winter and spring are the perfect time to plant trees, but picking one that’s right for your property is about more than just aesthetics.

Published March 7, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Research, preparation minimize moving hardships

METRO DETROIT — Moving to a new residence can be a real pain in the you-know-what, and it sometimes involves just offering your friends and family pizza and beer for their time and energy.

Published February 28, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Simple tricks can transform stale living spaces

METRO DETROIT — With the bustling holiday season over and many in the metro Detroit area hunkering down indoors for the winter, local designers say now is a good time to work on home improvements.

Published February 21, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Cottage & Lakefront Living Show experts talk summer living

METRO DETROIT — With about 17 weeks left until summer, Dawn Baker wants people to start thinking about their cottage and lakefront needs before they shed their winter coats for sandals and shorts.

Published February 14, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Metro Detroit housing market lacked inventory in 2017 as prices went up

METRO DETROIT — The number of homes on the market keeps dropping and new homes aren’t getting listed as fast, but buyers are coming in large numbers, leading to high sales numbers and rising prices.

Published February 7, 2018

C&G Newspapers

With fatal house fires on the rise this winter, experts share prevention tips

METRO DETROIT — Troy resident Nino Licari still has questions after his home caught fire in February last year due to his dryer.

Published January 31, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Home staging can provide an edge for those selling their homes

METRO DETROIT — Home staging is the process of arranging the existing items inside a home — or bringing in outside items — to make the presentation of the home more appealing to visitors.

Published January 24, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Novi Home Show features expert renovators, appraisers

NOVI — If you’re inspired to begin new home improvement projects, or aim to find professionals who can turn your dreams into realities, look no further than the Novi Home Show.

Published January 17, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Kitchen experts reveal how to make your home’s center flourish

METRO DETROIT — Redoing a kitchen can take your home to a new level. Yet choosing what style you want for your space should take into consideration how long you plan to live in your home, what styles suit you and your family’s needs, and your budget.

Published December 19, 2017

C&G Newspapers

Historical buildings turning into luxury apartments

DETROIT — The Broderick Tower building on Witherell Street at Woodward Avenue, which completed a $55 million renovation in 2012, is the site of luxurious apartments featuring open floor plans, granite counters and stainless steel appliances, along with amazing views.

Published December 11, 2017

C&G Newspapers

Inventory still lacking in housing market, may continue into 2018

METRO DETROIT — The housing market in metro Detroit continues to follow the recent trend of benefiting the sellers as 2017 comes to a close, as there isn’t enough inventory to fulfill the demand from buyers.

Published December 6, 2017

C&G Newspapers

Music and melodies drum up a merry Christmas at home

METRO DETROIT — Whether it’s decorating the Christmas tree, baking batches of cookies or hosting a family party, many people fine-tune the music inside the home to add to the festivities.

Published November 29, 2017

C&G Newspapers

Programs aim to help low-income households with utility bills

METRO DETROIT — Even though that cold spell is coming, not all individuals and family households can quell their financial woes. There are a few different options to help people who have fallen on hard times or live on fixed incomes.

Published November 10, 2017

Troy Times

Furniture trends toward shades of gray and movement

Published November 7, 2017

Grosse Pointe Times

Older home painting projects call for a brush with history

Published October 30, 2017

Macomb Township Chronicle

Smart home products are making life easier, from turning on lights to opening doors

Published October 24, 2017

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Firefighters say this one simple action could save lives

Published October 18, 2017

Farmington Press

Experts say storm doors offer protection, peace of mind

Published October 17, 2017

Advertiser Times

Nonprofits urge support for heat assistance funding

METRO DETROIT — Millions of people across the United States are kept warm each year thanks to funding from the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. However, declining federal appropriations means groups that receive money from this fund are finding it harder and harder to assist those in need.

Published October 11, 2017

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Experts say now is the time for a yearly furnace check

METRO DETROIT — Although Mother Nature can’t seem to make up her mind as to whether the furnace or air conditioning is needed on any given day, the fact remains that as the calendar counts down to winter, more and more residents will need to switch on their heat.

But will it work?

Heating and cooling experts all recommend an annual check of the furnace to make sure a professional can catch any problems before the outside thermometer dips.