by Susie Skog | Jul 30, 2026 | Insights & Trends
If you have a sign in your front yard warning burglars that you have a home alarm system in place, you could be attracting a new breed of scammer. Thats the warning from the consumer watchdogs at Consumer Reports, who say scammers look for signs of existing...
by Susie Skog | Jul 29, 2026 | Insights & Trends
Are you interested in the idea of minimalism, but unsure of where to start? Consider the following…Get your family on board. You’re fighting a losing battle if only one person in your household wants to minimize. Chat with your spouse, kids or roommate about why a...
by Susie Skog | Jul 28, 2026 | Insights & Trends
So a babe is on the way? Congrats! Along with the chaos of, well, everything that is to come, your finances are about to experience an upheaval, as well. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, it will cost upwards of $245,000 to raise a child born in 2013 to...
by Susie Skog | Jul 27, 2026 | Insights & Trends
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by Susie Skog | Jul 26, 2026 | Insights & Trends
If youre buried by credit card debt, a negotiated debt settlement with your creditor may be worth checking into. Negotiated debt settlement is a general term for discharging debt in a way that appeals to the credit card holder and the cards issuer.Its best to...
by Susie Skog | Jul 25, 2026 | Insights & Trends
Here are a few tips for designing the perfect space for learning at home.Set Up for SuccessA designated workspace with a desk, proper materials and good lighting will create a separate environment perfect for learning away from the rest of the house.Recreate the...
by Susie Skog | Jul 24, 2026 | Insights & Trends
If you’re getting ready to list your home in Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville, or Huntersville, a fresh coat of paint is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to make a strong first impression on buyers. While there are countless color options, gray...
by Susie Skog | Jul 23, 2026 | Insights & Trends
The savings rate in America is pretty abysmal. Fifty-seven percent of Americans have less than $1,000 in their savings accounts, according to a 2017 GOBanking Rates survey.Without savings, people can be forced to take on debt when they lose their job, get sick or have...
by Susie Skog | Jul 22, 2026 | Insights & Trends
A bathroom update can be one of the highest-return improvements you make before listing your home in Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville, or Huntersville. If your bathroom tile is feeling dated, here are a few elevated tile ideas that can help your Lake Norman home stand...
by Susie Skog | Jul 21, 2026 | Insights & Trends
If you’re preparing to list your home in Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville, or Huntersville, small touches can make a big difference in how buyers feel when they walk through your bathroom. Here are a few simple ways to give your bathroom a spa-like feel that can...
