You are living the dream of homeownership, but you want to make sure your home maintains that charm and comfort that attracted you to it in the first place.

Taking a few minutes to make some minor, but critical, house checks every season can save you plenty!

Many homeowners like the idea of installing a solar power system. Solar energy is green energy, which is good for the environment.

The emphasis on green energy over the last 15 years has spurred manufacturers of HVAC (or "heating, ventilation and air conditioning") systems to up their research and development game.

You've finally arrived at the end of a thorough search for just the perfect home. You've found it - and now you are prepared to make an offer. Typically, you order inspections after your offer is accepted so it's a good idea to clearly outline that your offer is contingent on the outcome of the termite inspection report for closing.

Termites will literally chew your home out from under you (and homeowner policies do not cover this damage).

If you haven’t kept up with it, count on your HVAC system to conk out in sweltering July or freezing January.

Hot Water Heater Maintenance: Here's one we hardly ever think about – until there’s a flood.