Barbara Whelan's Blog

Posted on 12/22/2024
Luckiest feng shui plants to have at home
Feng shui principles have long been included in interior...
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Posted on 12/15/2024
How to start buying a house: A beginner's guide
With so many steps involved, answering the question of...
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Posted on 12/08/2024
How your home can help you beat work-from-home burnout
“Work from home burnout” refers to being in your home...
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Posted on 12/01/2024
How to increase your home's safety for younger kids
From electrical hazards to furniture hazards, your home has several potentially harmful areas for members of your household of all ages. From the kids of the house accidentally taking a fall to a friend tripping over a cord, the following tips are simple ways to keep your home as safe and worry-free as possible, especially if there's a...
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Posted on 11/24/2024
Things Homeowners Need To Know About Installing A Driveway
Paved driveways are widely credited with increasing curb appeal and improving real estate values. However, dirt, gravel or driveways suffering from disrepair can negatively impact home sales. If you rank among homeowners who need a new driveway installation, these are things worth considering. What driveway material should you use? The best material for a driveway is driven by...
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Posted on 11/17/2024
Tips for preventing burns at home
Burns can range from mild injuries to severe and permanent damage. However, there are ways to reduce your burn risk at home. Keep the following burn prevention tips in mind to keep safe from this type of injury. Lower your water heater temperature Your water heater could be producing water that's hot enough to scald or burn. Keep...
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Posted on 11/10/2024
Top 3 Materials for Tiny House Siding
When designing a custom tiny home, you will need to select your building materials. One key decision is what to use for siding. There are different options for siding and cladding suitable for tiny homes. Here are some of the best options when choosing materials for the exterior of your tiny home: Real Wood Siding Wood siding made...
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Posted on 11/03/2024
Pest Control for Your Plants: What to Know About Whiteflies
Keeping plants at home means contending with the occasional pest. While some garden pests are just an annoyance, others can cause damage and even threaten the life of your plants. One common pest is the whitefly, which can infest both your outdoor garden and indoor houseplants. Here is a guide to everything you need to know about whiteflies:...
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Posted on 10/27/2024
Homeowners insurance requirements for veterans: Key info to know
While VA loans come with numerous benefits, they share many of the same requirements as conventional loans. For veterans seeking a VA loan to purchase a home, it's often required to purchase a homeowners insurance policy. Here is the basic info about homeowners insurance requirements: Is homeowners insurance required for a VA loan? Just like most conventional mortgages,...
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Posted on 12/12/2024
Another Property Rented - 101 Newton Street, Stratford, CT 06614
Location! Close to train station, Paradise Green, Longbrook Park and many amenities, Large fully applianced kitchen, dining room with built in hutches, formal living room with hardwood floor and fireplace, Two bedrooms on main level with hardwood floors, walk up attic with framed unfinished room, basement with washer/dryer, lots of storage, level back and side yard, one car garage. Tenant pays all utilities, first months rent and two months security, credit check and references are...
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Posted on 12/10/2024
44 Old Gate Lane, Milford, CT 06460 is now new to the market!
Large established dog kennel, capacity for 100 dogs, daycare, long term boarding, grooming, obedience courses, in kennel training, birthday parties and play area with astro turf, standard kennel is 4' x 10', deluxe kennels are 5' x 8' with 5' x 10' outside run and deluxe suite kennels are 10" x 8" with TV and 10' x 10' outside runs, boarding for cats is also available. Don't miss this opportunity to buy yourself an...
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Posted on 11/12/2024
101 Newton Street, Stratford, CT 06614 is now new to the market!
Location! Close to train station, Paradise Green, Longbrook Park and many amenities, Large fully applianced kitchen, dining room with built in hutches, formal living room with hardwood floor and fireplace, Two bedrooms on main level with hardwood floors, walk up attic with framed unfinished room, basement with washer/dryer, lots of storage, level back and side yard, one car garage. Tenant pays all utilities, first months rent and two months security, credit check and references are...
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