Author Archives: Jill Surprenant
Fishing on the Beach!
Fishing from a Public Beach: Tips for a Fun and Safe Experience A great feature of living near the beach, is the opportunity to do a little fishing directly from the shore line with your toes in the sand! Fishing from a public beach can be a great way to enjoy the outdoors, spend time... Read More
Cooking Pizza on the Grill
How to Cook Pizza on a Barbecue Cooking pizza on a barbecue is both an art and a science. And while there are a few things to learn along the way, with a bit of practice you can set up your grill, roll your dough, and barbecue a delicious pizza. If you’d like, you can... Read More
3 Ways to Cool Down Your Attic
How to Keep Your Attic Cool in the Summer Heat You may be more likely to think about your attic during the winter when you can lose heat if it’s not properly insulated. Yet, as the summer heat rises, it’s just as important to make sure you’ve taken steps to keep your attic well-ventilated and... Read More
Preparing for Home Renovations
How to Rehab a Property in the Proper Order When buying property for rehabilitation, it is important to do your house clean-up and repairs in a particular order. You don’t want to get ahead of yourself or waste time and money on the project. Approach the process systematically, and don’t get frustrated if things don’t... Read More
Pet Friendly Places – Wherever you may be!
Pet Friendly Places Love to take your favorite, furry friend with you everywhere you go? We can help you navigate to where they are most welcome to join you! A wonderful resource to research is bringfido.com – you can search by activity or service type, such as restaurants, breweries, beaches, and even hotels that welcome... Read More
What’s Happening Here…
There is Always Something Fun to Do! Vendor fairs, beaches, outdoor concerts, holiday events, sporting events, historical sites, great restaurants, hiking, theater, fishing…we could go on and on. We can’t wait for you to discover all our beautiful area has to offer, for everyone in your family! Ask your agent today about their favorite local... Read More
Garden Planting Reference Calendar for the Carolinas
Planting Calendar for the Carolinas New to the Carolinas and ready to get your veggie garden going? Here is a simple reference chart to help guide you through selecting the best time to start each type of plant to get amazing results! With a milder climate, and warmer temps stretching out over a longer season,... Read More
Do-It-Yourself Energy Savings Project
Image Weatherstrip Double-Hung (or Sash) Windows PROJECT LEVELMODERATE ENERGY SAVINGS5 – 10 % TIME TO COMPLETE1 HOUR OVERALL COST$5 – $10 You can use weatherstripping in your home to seal air leaks around movable joints, such as windows or doors. But unless you are fairly handy you may wish to seek a professional’s help on this project. ... Read More
A well planned Garden…
Image Energy-Efficient Landscaping A well-designed landscape not only can add beauty to your home but also can reduce your heating and cooling costs. A well-placed tree, shrub, or vine can deliver effective shade, act as a windbreak, and reduce your energy bills. Carefully positioned trees can save up to 25% of the energy a typical household... Read More
Making the move with your fur-babies
Moving day is here, your bags are packed, boxes loaded, and movers are en route. Everything seems to be going smoothly, then suddenly, you realize you can’t find Fido… More than 10 million pets go missing each year. A good number of those wander off while their families are preparing for a move. To avoid this situation,... Read More
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