By Kath Johnson Longer days and blossoming flowers of spring mean that it is time to prepare your lawn to spend more time outdoors. These lawn care tips can ensure that your lawn is lush and ready to go for the season and into the heat of summer. 1. Dethatch Dethatch to rid your lawn of dying or dead grass. Lawns do well with less than a ½ inch of thatch, but will begin to...

Eliminate the stress and mess of organizing your receipts. It's easy to snap a quick photo of your receipts with your mobile device. Combine that with a snazzy app for managing expenses, and you just made your life a lot easier. Whether you want something that scans and sorts receipts, exports data to Excel spreadsheets or automatically tracks your mileage, options abound. Here are four of the best...

For many first-time buyers, saving for a down payment is the most difficult step in the home-buying process. However, it's a common misconception that you always need 20 percent down to buy a home. Here's the lowdown on the most popular low-down alternative payment options: FHA Loan – Traditionally the mortgage of choice for first-time buyers, the Federal Housing Administration...

Moving can be stressful for every family member – including the four-legged ones. Every animal reacts differently to new living quarters, and temperament has a lot to do with it. Some pets take a move in stride, while others exhibit anxiety or insecurity for days or weeks. Here are 5 things to consider as the big move approaches and after you're in your new home. 1. A little help from...

At RE/MAX, our global network of real estate agents work tirelessly to find homes that match your life with your style . From Tudor estates to mid-century modern ranches, home styles can be as unique as the families who reside in them. What if your style is simple, environmentally-friendly and, well, smaller? Then a tiny home may be the right fit for you. Here are some of the benefits...