In a home sale, there are many types of contingencies that might appear in the purchase contract. These special clauses provide ways for the buyer to back out of the sale if various conditions aren’t met. All contingencies are there to protect the buyer rather than the seller, but are usually up for negotiation depending on contract terms....

Buffets are a convenient way to serve a group of people. They can be especially helpful when there are many food items and a lot of guests. Even for small gatherings, a serve-yourself buffet is usually the easiest setup. Unfortunately, health concerns make buffet-style food service risky. Sharing the same serving utensils and congregating in a small space...

Photo by Allison Gillett via Pixabay You can create a stunning outdoor kitchen using basic components and pulling things together over time. Entertaining outdoors has become so popular that supplies and materials for cooking are easy to come by in a variety of price points. Follow the steps below to make the most of the process. Foolproof Steps...

Textiles are one of the most important aspects of interior design—a true decorating fundamental that interior designers use to pull a room together. These things are often overlooked in favor of stylish trim, on-trend paint shades and well-chosen furniture, which are all necessary parts of the design equation. But without the right fabrics and wallpapers to unite the...

Photo by Fizkes via Shutterstock If you know absolutely nothing about buying a house, don’t learn the hard way. There’s plenty of information available to help you avoid the many potential pitfalls in the process. You want your first home buying experience to be exciting, not exhausting. Here are some tips to get you started the right way....

Garden edging is an important element of landscaping design that serves many purposes. There are a variety of different materials and techniques for edging, ranging from professional installation to DIY weekend projects. If you’re wondering whether to add garden edging to your outdoor spaces, here are some key benefits to consider: Defining and Separating Spaces The obvious visual...

Photo by Vivint Solar from Pexels When your pocketbook determines you can’t afford a new, energy-efficient home, you can still satisfy your preferences by upgrading an older house. Try these options for improving energy efficiency in your home. Apply for the FHA’s Energy-Efficient Mortgage program. With an EEM, you can finance an already energy-efficient home or use funds...

If you’re new to working from home, it can be an enormous adjustment. Schedules, routines and environments are completely different even if you’re in the most familiar place of all. However, even for those with lots of WFH experience it’s easy to feel burned out. If you’re looking to start working from home the best way possible or...

Photo by Andreas Gücklhorn on Unsplash Many prospective homeowners choose new construction over an existing home because they're able to customize the design. While there's no argument that It's fun to choose countertop options and bonus rooms, this is a good time to consider adding green solutions as well. Homes with green, or eco-friendly features, have a higher...

Fantastic brick condo in high demand Links of Independence! Gorgeous hardwood floors, tons of natural light & soaring ceilings in the foyer. Wonderful eat-in kitchen with large breakfast nook, undermount lighting, lots of cabinets and countertop space. Delightful dining room with doorwall to composite deck (2019) and sensational wetland views...perfect for outdoor dinners or morning coffee. Lovely living room with gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings & large windows with wooded views. First floor master suite with two closets (one walk-in), luxury vinyl wood plank floors & sprawling master bath complete with soaking tub, separate...

You will fall in love the moment you step into this beautiful home in the Ashford Sub. If spending time outdoors is your passion, this house is perfect w/a large corner lot, built in heated swimming pool, Oakland County park for walking, running & cross country skiing is a short walk across from the sub. Nice floor plan for entertaining & hosting for the upcoming hoidays. Light & bright kitchen w/white cabinets, corianne counters & stainless appliances open to the family rm which looks out onto the pool area & features a warming fireplace perfect for those colder months. Working from home? No problem. A first floor office...

You will fall in love the moment you step into this beautiful home in the Ashford Sub. If spending time outdoors is your passion, this house is perfect w/a large corner lot, built in heated swimming pool, Oakland County park for walking, running & cross country skiing is a short walk across from the sub. Nice floor plan for entertaining & hosting for the upcoming hoidays. Light & bright kitchen w/white cabinets, corianne counters & stainless appliances open to the family rm which looks out onto the pool area & features a warming fireplace perfect for those colder months. Working from home? No problem. A first floor office...