Great Picks for Spring Pics

May 3rd, 2022

Spring is a perfect season to pull out the camera (or cell phone) and snap pics of nature in all its blooming glory. If you live in Montgomery County, or close to it, you have a wealth of scenic beauty close by. Whether your muse is wildlife, nature, landscapes or waterways there’s a destination for you Read More...

Pandemic Potties?

January 19th, 2022

With people spending so much more time at home due to the pandemic, one room in the house has taken on more significance.  It’s the bathroom!  Two in five homeowners report renovating their bathrooms to create a Zen-like space for rest and relaxation. Terri Akman, writing for the Philadelphia Inquirer, notes that other pandemic potty upgrades include a focus on cleanliness, lack of clutter, dimmable lighting and greenery Read More...

Build-It-Yourself Sears Homes

July 6th, 2021

Image copyright Sears Roebuck & Co If you were in the market for a new home between 1908 and 1940, you may have decided to build one yourself using a kit from Sears Roebuck & Co.  The company created well-made, stylish, affordable housing that became known as “the American dream in a box, or simply a “bungalow in a box Read More...

Winter Weatherizing: Do It Now

December 9th, 2020

You may not think about the benefits of weatherizing until a cold draft is blowing through your windows, or your heating bill suddenly shoots sky high. But, by then, it’s too late. This is the time to prepare your home to stay warm and cozy. The Easy Winter Preparation Checklist for Your Home, published by The Spruce, can help Read More...

Accessible Home Design

September 23rd, 2020

Home builders, architects and remodelers are making strides in designing accessible homes. That means individuals who are disabled, elderly or looking ahead with a desire to age in place can increasingly enjoy homes of all styles and designs that are user-friendly, safe – and beautiful. Even an 18th-century farmhouse can be transformed into a comfortable home that’s completely wheelchair accessible Read More...

Hit the Bike Trails!

August 4th, 2020

In case you haven’t heard, bikes are back in a big way.  As COVID-19 has curtailed most social activities, adults and kids of all ages have rediscovered the joy of riding and exploring on two wheels. For those who live in the Philadelphia region, there are miles and miles of beautiful paved trails for road bikes and beach cruisers, as well as rugged trails for mountain biking Read More...

Mortgage Lenders Become More Demanding

June 23rd, 2020

If you planned on buying a new home prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the good news is that builders, including Sal Paone Builders, are still moving forward with construction. The possibly not-so-good news is that mortgage lenders are demanding higher credit scores and larger down payments. They’re also triple-checking employment status and eliminating some kinds of loans altogether Read More...

Paying Too Much for Homeowners Insurance?

February 7th, 2020

Homeowner’s insurance is a necessity, but understanding coverages and costs is not always easy.  That’s why it’s hard to really know if you’re paying too much. A recent article in the Philadelphia Inquirer highlighted Delaware Valley Consumers’ Checkbook, is a local nonprofit consumer group that can help you feel more confident in the price you pay Read More...

What’s Cookin?

January 14th, 2020

Winter is the perfect time to cook up a storm.  Whether your talents tend towards soups, stews, roasts, five-course gourmet dinners, delicious cakes and pies – or all of the above – a fabulous kitchen makes it all so much easier. Celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis recently sold her $7 million dollar home, which included an amazing kitchen you may have seen on her cooking show “Giada at Home Read More...

Creating an Outdoor Oasis

June 11th, 2019

It’s outdoor living season – and that means it’s time to turn your patio, deck or yard into an oasis of both beauty and functionality.  With today’s many products designed specifically for open-air living, it’s easy to move beyond the grill, cooler and lawn chair mindset.  Think of your outdoor space as an extension of your home, one without walls or limitations Read More...