Halloween is fast approaching, and with it comes an opportunity for property owners to welcome children and families to their doorstep with trick-or-treating festivities. Before welcoming visitors to your property this Halloween, it's important to make sure your property is safe to prevent falls, slips and other personal injuries or property damage. Here are three […]

In our previous blog post, we looked at the reasons why homeowners, renters and business owners put themselves and their property in jeopardy when attempting DIY projects. Trusting these projects to professional companies and contractors keeps individuals and their families safe, and it reduces incidents of property damage. In today's blog post, we'll look at […]

For many Houston homeowners, particularly those living in older homes, there is often a desire to make home improvements, such as renovating a bathroom, installing recessed lighting, painting the exterior of the home, or removing a tree for better visibility. While cable shows and Internet videos can make home improvement projects look simple enough, in […]

In our lifetime, we accumulate a large amount of things, ranging from small, mundane items to sentimental and expensive assets. Although we may have a house or apartment full of items, it would be a struggle to create a detailed list of our possessions from memory, much less the current value of these items. When […]

Thanks to the Internet, many records and legal documents are now available to search and review online, whether they are marriage records, birth records, divorce records, and even property records. Although it can be convenient to have access to this information at any time, in reality the online publication of this sensitive information jeopardizes an […]

Social media can be a fun and engaging way to connect with family and friends through quick and simple updates. While you might think social media posts and pictures are harmless and innocent, others might see them as opportunities for theft, vandalism and other criminal activity. Social media posts can easily put people and property […]

Homeowners, renters and business owners can prepare for disasters or catastrophic events in a wide variety of ways. Preparations might include buying fire extinguishers for a home, trimming trees to reduce property damage during severe weather, or installing security cameras in a business to deter thieves. One of the most destructive and unexpected disasters that […]

Houstonians are enjoying a milder summer than usual, meaning more families are spending time outdoors and enjoying fun activities such as swimming, bike riding, and grilling out. Although these summer activities offer great fun, it's important to use safety to ensure the protection of family members and property. Here are some basic safety tips for […]

In our series on buying a new home, we've previously looked at the importance of Financial Preparation as well as determining Home Needs. In our final installment, we will focus on Improving Home Safety after you buy your new home. Buying a new home brings individuals and families a strong sense of excitement and peace […]

The housing market in Houston continues to outperform home sales from nearly every other region in the U.S.  Because Houston offers so many spacious homes at affordable prices, people are eager to move out of rental properties and own their own home. However, there are many important steps potential homeowners should consider before buying a […]