Home & Family

Waterfront property is a fantastic investment. However, there are certain things potential buyers should be aware of before purchasing property near a pond, lake, or ocean. If you are in the market for waterfront property, do these four things before you finalize your purchase. 1. Inspect Shoreline Structures Before you purchase any property, you should have it inspected. Most people remember to have professional home inspectors examine the most important building on most residential properties – the house. However, many soon-to-be waterfront property owners forget to hire marine inspection services to examine the docks, boathouses, boat lifts, saunas, seawalls, and other structures...

Whether you have an established yard or are just landscaping your new property, keep in mind what water consumption is required. Many families are moving away from the traditional backyard lawn and looking at ways to use xeriscaping instead. Here are six ways you can reduce your water usage outside and inside your home.  1. Replace Some Lawn Turn part of your grassy area into a backyard gathering spot. By replacing the lawn with paver patios West Palm Beach, you can remove the need to water that area. You can add some outdoor furniture and even a pergola or gazebo. You...

Large windows are a much sought-after architectural detail in new homes. Real estate agents hear over and over again how buyers want light and airy rooms. But, with light comes the sun and also the heat. In the winter you will want to let all that wonderful warm sunshine in, but in the summer that is a different story. If you have vaulted ceilings with tall or high windows, then you have probably wondered how to keep the heat out in the summer. Here are some ideas on how to handle those hard-to-reach windows. Leave Them Open If you don't...

A garden is already a pretty magical place, but it can become more magical with a little creativity and self-expression. If your yard bores you or you feel your garden needs a little something more, here are a few ideas about where to start adding a little magic to your outdoor spaces.  Water Water features are an excellent way to add something special. As long as you have the room and an environment that allows for it, a small pond or a large lake with a lake fountain pump is a great way to bring the magic. Water takes maintenance, but it's...