The summer is quickly approaching, which means families are hopefully planning vacations as long as the immediate threat of covid-19 has passed. Even if you aren’t planning trips, you might be planning how you can have summer fun at home.

One way to have a blast with your kids this summer, including if you’re on a tight budget is with an above ground pool, but what should you know?

First and foremost, even if you opt for an above ground pool instead of an in-ground pool, you should make sure you have the same safeguards and protections in place that you would with an inground pool such as a fence surrounding it and a gate.

Beyond that, the following are important things to know if you’re weighing one of these pools for your home.  [Read more…]

When looking for a new home to purchase the neighborhood is often one of the first things you consider. You want to relocate somewhere that you and your family will feel most comfortable. So, you look at factors like the types of people that make up the community, crime rates, school systems, and job opportunities. Though these things should certainly be at the top of your list, it also doesn’t hurt to look at the type of residences within a particular area. 

Across the country, there are so many places filled with beautiful architectural structures that make up a community. From townhomes and colonial properties to condos and ranch-style properties, there are stylish properties with aesthetics and features that are sure to wow you. Below, is a look at some of the most beautiful areas to live in the US.  [Read more…]