Deb Rhodes Chatham-Kent

Home Invasions – Don’t Be Another Statistic

In an ideal world, no one would have to worry about becoming the victim of a crime. However, as we all know, that is not the world that we live in. Hopefully, most of us will go through life unscathed and safe from being added to lists of statistics; unfortunately, some of us won’t be so lucky. Not many thoughts are more terrifying than the idea of someone invading your home.

Below are tips to ensure that you can keep your home safe and maximize your ability to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Tips To Safely Remove Snow

When Do You Start?

Deciding when to clear snow is not as easy to answer as it seems. The temptation is to begin clearing walkways and vehicles when the first layer of snow develops, but additional snowfall will only negate your efforts and you will be starting all over again.

What’s worse is waiting too long. Pedestrian-packed or snow packed into your driveway from the road maintenance crews forms ice that is difficult to shovel. More snow means higher snowbanks, which makes it difficult to reach with the snow shovel or snow blower.

It is best to wait until the snowfall has completely stopped.

Buying In A Seller’s Marketing

Looking to get in on that perfect home in your dream neighborhood?

So is everyone else. Whether it’s the killer school district, walkability, or central location that makes your target neighborhood a top pick, odds are homes for sale in hot markets are hard to come by.

If you want to call your dream ‘hood home, you’re going to need to buy smart. Luckily, you’re not in this alone. We know what buying in a hot market (also called a seller’s market) takes and how to get there. When the time comes to make an offer, you’ll want the leg up.

Decluttering Tips

It’s always a good time to declutter! The effort it takes is well worth the time spent, and just think of the extra space you’ll have when you are done. You will also be able to find things easier. So let’s get started!

Tiny Home? How You Can Open Up The Smallest Of Spaces

Small houses can be fantastic for many reasons, yet they can cause problems when it comes to storage. After all, tiny spaces equal tiny storage. If you’re struggling to find space, here is what you need to know to maximize what you have.

How To Manage Multiple Offers When Buying A Home

At times, home buyers may find that they are not the only party interested in purchasing a property. This situation of competing offers, calls for buyers to be more prepared and better educated on the process.

Ingenious Ways To Save On Your Household Bills

Here is what you need to know about how to save on your household bills, whether that’s fixing your dripping taps to save water or investing in solar panels. As well saving money where you can, most of these tips will also help the environment, so it’s a win-win situation!

Home Buyer Tax Credits and Rebates

The cost of energy is not getting cheaper and likely will be taking a larger part of your paycheck in the near future. Did you know that there are many rebates available that can save you thousands of dollars, reduce your energy costs and support home renovations? Now is the time to take a good look at your furnace, insulation and other renovations you have been putting on the back burner. You shouldn’t pass up the variety of grants that may be available to you and yours.

10 Signs Your House Is Being Targeted By Burglars

The best way for you to protect your home is to understand what burglars do when casing a house. In this article we are going to discuss 10 signs that your home is being targeted by burglars, as well as the steps you can take to protect yourself.

Staying Safe In Your Kitchen

When you get right down to it, the kitchen is a dangerous place. From open flames to sharp knives, it’s no place to fool around, just like Mom always said. Here’s everything you need to know not to become a home accident statistic.