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Stephanie Coronado rating star

4.98/5 (29 surveys)
Texas United Realty

Mortgage Refinancing With A Bad Credit Score

24 June, 2024| Home Safety, Home Buying, Education

Looking to refinance your mortgage but plagued by a pesky bad credit score? It won't be an easy step but you can defy the odds and beat the system. A less-than-ideal credit score still has refinancing... read more

Matthew Villaflor
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston

Top 10 Ways Houston Homeowners Should Prepare For...

19 June, 2024| Home Safety

Houston Hunker Down! Top 10 Ways to Hurricane-Proof Your Home Before the Season Strikes Howdy, Houston homeowners! Hurricane season is upon us, and while we hope for clear skies, it's always b... read more

Melissa Landa rating star

4.96/5 (43 surveys)
Texan Vista Realty

Home Security Tips For When You Go on Vacation

13 June, 2024| Home Safety, Homeowners Insurance, Safety & Securi...

Home security is your top priority, especially when you're on vacation. Effective security plans safeguard your property and provide peace of mind during your time away.Key to a secure home is the for... read more

Angel Price rating star

5/5 (15 surveys)
Red Diamond Realty

2024 Hurricane Season Home Preparation

10 June, 2024| Home Safety, Safety & Security, Education

Kristian Hurley
CB&A, Realtors

Future-Proofing Your Nest

5 June, 2024| Home Buying, Home Safety, Homeowners Insurance

Climate change is forcing people to rethink where they want to live. A recent study by Realtor.com shows a growing number of people are concerned about the impact of climate change on their current an... read more

Pius Dawson
The Virtual Realty Group

How to Update Your Garage Floor

5 June, 2024| Home Improvements & Repair, Home Safety, General

You can make your garage look a lot better by updating just the floors. Yes, garages deserve love, too. And new garage flooring is a relatively simple improvement that can make a big difference in how... read more

David Gill rating star

5/5 (3 surveys)
Real Broker, LLC

French Drain Systems: When You Need Them

3 June, 2024| Home Improvements & Repair, Home Safety, Safety &...

Water always flows downhill and by the easiest route possible. That’s the basic concept behind a French drain, a slightly sloped trench filled with round gravel and a pipe that diverts water awa... read more

Ellen Prasse
Century 21 Parisher Properties

Home Security Tips For When You Go on Vacation

2 June, 2024| General, Education, Home Safety

Home security is your top priority, especially when you're on vacation. Effective security plans safeguard your property and provide peace of mind during your time away.Key to a secure home is the for... read more

Brenda J. Andrew rating star

5/5 (1 surveys)
Ultima Real Estate

5 Must Have Items for Power Outages

31 May, 2024| Education, Home Safety, General

5 Must Have Items for Power Outages We have had some crazy weather this year, but anytime is a good time to check your stock for must have items to have during hurricanes, thunderstorms, etc. Wi... read more

David Gill rating star

5/5 (3 surveys)
Real Broker, LLC

Texas Faces Massive Cleanup After Deadly Storms: W...

30 May, 2024| Home Safety, Safety & Security, General

Texas is reeling after a series of severe storms over the past week left at least eight people dead. By Wednesday, almost 500,000 people were also without power, with service not expected to return fo... read more

Gerald Page rating star

4.88/5 (73 surveys)
Coldwell Banker Realty - Pearland Office

10 Tips For Homeowners Preparing for a Hurricane

24 May, 2024| Home Improvements & Repair, General, Home Safety

As the hurricane season approaches, preparation tips for homeowners living in vulnerable areas can be vital in protecting their homes and families. Hurricanes can bring destructive winds, heavy rainfa... read more

Phuong D Nguyen
Epique Realty LLC

Gas vs. Electric Stoves: Which Is Better?

23 May, 2024| Home Remodeling, Home Safety, Houston Living

By HouseLogic Gas vs. Electric Stoves: Which Is Better? Updated on May 22, 2024 Choosing the right stove is more complicated. Get the pros and cons of gas, electric, and induction. Image: Stock... read more

Kenneth Zarella
Revilo Real Estate

Preparing for Hurricanes and Recovering Afterward...

21 May, 2024| Home Safety, Home Improvements & Repair, Houston L...

Preparing for Hurricanes and Recovering Afterward in Houston Living in Houston, a city prone to hurricanes, requires residents to be well-prepared and knowledgeable about recovery steps. Hurricanes ca... read more

David Gill rating star

5/5 (3 surveys)
Real Broker, LLC

Hurricane readiness compliments of Entergy

20 May, 2024| Safety & Security, Home Safety, General

Facts you should know as part of your hurricane preparation The eye of the storm is actually the center of the hurricane's circulation, much like the hub of a wheel. Hurricane-force winds precede the... read more

Bridget Moore
CB&A, Realtors

How Houstonians Can Support Each Other After a Sev...

17 May, 2024| General, Home Safety, Neighborhoods & Communities

In the aftermath, the strength of the community is tested. Here’s how Houstonians can band together and support each other when disaster strikes: 1. Check on Neighbors and Vulnerable Individuals... read more

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