There is something about the winter months that seems to awaken a sense of wanderlust in many people. Whether it's the need for an escape from the bitter, drab conditions or a desire for a break from the hectic schedule that often accompanies the season, carving out time to head south may be the perfect pick-me-up. In fact, because of the cluster of holidays and time off from school, the winter...
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An important part of your home’s upkeep is an annual inspection of your furnace. Not only is this essential to make sure your furnace is operating as efficiently and economically as possible, it ensures your family’s safety, as well. We at DFW Properties property management would like to present the following advice: An annual furnace inspection by a qualified, reputable contractor can help prevent...
When chilly weather arrives and the days get shorter, chances are good you'll spend the majority of your days indoors. Before you start your hibernation, it's a good idea to ensure your home is up to the task. Put your well-being at the top of the list with these ideas from DFW Properties to help ensure a health-conscious home that's ready for the dark days of winter. Encourage better air qualityWhen...
There's a reason that spring and summer are the major seasons for selling houses. Most people want to move at a time that allows them to be settled by the fall, when kids go back to school and daylight shortens. However, you might find yourself having to sell a vacant home in the off-season. The home might be empty because the seller had to move on for reasons of work or had to move into a house he...
Discovering a region's secret treasures is one of the greatest rewards of travel. When you embrace an adventurer's spirit, there's no telling just where you'll go. From an uncharted journey back in time to new ways to appreciate unconventional art, a vacation that celebrates the unexpected is an ideal way to uncover hidden travel gems. Though it can be tempting to schedule every moment of your...
Hoping to gather a group of friends for the holiday, but no time or mental space for the stress of hosting? Easy holiday hosting can be done! Consider the following tips, courtesy of DFW Properties: Have a potluck. Often, guests love to bring their own dishes to share. Host a potluck and let everyone know what you will be making, i.e., that you have dessert or appetizers covered.Have it...
For a home to remain in good shape throughout the winter it needs regular care and attention. When a home is occupied, many of the things that are necessary to keep it in good working order happen by default. But when the home is vacant, it is up to the owner or the property manager to prepare it from freezing temperatures and other winter risks. The worst risk comes from bursting pipes, which...
While our home chores this time of year tend to focus on fertilizing the lawn for next spring and battening down the hatches for energy savings, we should also be thinking about safety, especially for the seniors in our lives. Here are five steps to take, courtesy of DFW Properties, to make your home a safe haven in the winter months. Prepare for ice. Reduce the risk of falls by stocking up now on...
If you're purchasing a property with the sole aim of renting it out or selling it for a higher price, it can make for an excellent investment—but buying an investment property does have its pitfalls. For instance, if you fail to follow the No. 1 rule of real estate—location, location, location—you can suffer significant losses. Diversifying your investment portfolio can also be much more difficult...
Protecting your home’s value means taking good care of it during the more demanding winter months, especially if you’re eyeing a spring sale. According to the Appraisal Institute, winterizing your property will go a long way toward reducing future costs, not to mention keeping you more comfortable in chilly weather. Winterization projects that will contribute most to your home’s value are those...