Understanding Earnest Money: Protecting Your Deposit
Getting an offer accepted on a home can feel like a huge relief, especially if you’ve been in…
The Best Gardening Gifts (For Yourself or Someone Green-Thumbed)
If you or someone you love has a green thumb—or even just dreams of having one—there’s nothing quite…
Wilmington After Work: 12 Micro-Adventures You Can Do on a Weeknight
If you tell someone you live in Wilmington, they likely imagine sandy shores, marshy inlets, and sunsets dancing…
The Silent Deal-Killers: Small Issues That Stop Sales Cold
First impressions are everything in the real estate market, and buyers are quick to judge. One small issue…
Chrysanthemums (“Mums”) Deserve a Comeback: The Perennial Powerhouse Hiding in Plain Sight
Every autumn, garden centers stack carts with cheery chrysanthemums in harvest colors, and—like clockwork—most of us treat them…
How a Home’s Orientation Affects Natural Light, Energy Use, and Value
If you’ve ever walked into a home at 4 p.m. in July and felt the sun pouring through…
