Debbie Bresee - Articles

Installing Floor Tile: Estimating the Cost

Like so many other projects you may take on yourself, installing floor tile seems like it would be inexpensive. Stores advertise prices well under $1.00 a square foot. For a small bathroom, that comes out to less than $50.00, right? Wrong. The cost of the ceramic tile is just the beginning. Read

By: Debbie Bresee | 21/09/2009 | Remodeling

Lake Homes on Deep Water

Looking for lake homes or waterfront property is exciting, but can be very challenging to find exactly what you need. Water depth is an important factor that is sometimes overlooked in the searching process. Here are a few thoughts on deep water lake property. Read

By: Debbie Bresee | 19/09/2009 | Real Estate

Home Improvement: To DIY or Not To DIY

When considering remodeling, when should you do it yourself and when should you hire a professional? Here are a few thoughts to help you make that decision. Read

By: Debbie Bresee | 16/09/2009 | DIY

Home Improvement: Picking the Proper Flooring

You have finally come to the realization that the floor on which you have been walking for the last ten or fifteen years has served its purpose and it’s time to get something new. The choices are almost endless, so where in the world do you start? Read

By: Debbie Bresee | 25/07/2009 | Remodeling

Buying a Home: Seven Important Tips

If you’re ready to buy a home, there are some important things for you to think about. This list may vary from region to region, but here are seven tips for you to consider before, or during your next home purchase. Read

By: Debbie Bresee | 15/07/2009 | Real Estate

Cheap Home Improvements - Get Ready To Sell

So you’re selling your home. And you’ve had a real estate agent come to your home and say you need to get some things fixed, replaced, or cleaned. And you’re thinking, “I don’t have the time for this. I need to sell!” But yet, in your heart of hearts, you know the agent made some good suggestions. So what do you do? Read

By: Debbie Bresee | 02/07/2009 | Real Estate

Start a Garden In Your Home

Many people love the thought of having their own home-grown garden, but they think they’ll need lots of farm equipment and a large yard. While having several acres would be great, it would take a lot of time and effort to plant, maintain, and harvest that much food. There is another way. Read

By: Debbie Bresee | 02/07/2009 | Gardening