Blog | Elizabeth Nguyen

Starting a Backyard Garden

Not every homeowner is willing or able to dedicate backyard space to a big garden, but the size of your garden shouldn’t deter you from looking into options for a very rewarding hobby. Whether through simply growing a few herbs or flowers in containers, or by tilling a plot for bountiful ...

3 Creative summer party planning ideas

Are you in need of new summer party planning ideas beyond the basic barbecue? With the right supplies and planning, you can throw a summer bash your guests will remember all season. Here are some creative ideas to inspire your next outdoor get together:Try tie-dyeTie-dye is far more than a ...

Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions of Local HOA Can Limit Green Improvements

Photo by Maria Godfrida via Pixabay For a homeowner who wants to make green improvements and renovations to their personal property, the Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions, or CC&Rs, of the local homeowner association can pose problems that cost time, money and freedom of choice. This is especially true for homeowners who wish to ...

Selling Your Home When You’re “Crazy-Busy”

Let’s face it. We all get busy at times. Sometimes we get “crazy-busy.” The trouble is, if you’re thinking of selling your property, having a jam-packed schedule might make you want to put off listing until a later date. And, who knows what the market will be like later in the ...