BILLY'S BLOG

Over the past year, your backyard has probably been one of the few places you could actually “go” to get out of the house. After spending so much time out there, you may have started noticing some areas that could use a little love…or a complete makeover. From new…

Expecting overnight guests soon? Don’t fret – preparing for them isn’t as time-consuming as you think! A good rule of thumb: Treat them the way you’d want to be treated in someone else’s home.

What Buyers and Sellers Need to Understand About a Home InspectionAre you going to be getting a home inspection? Home inspections are a vital part of the real estate transaction process, so it makes sense to learn as much as you can about them.The more you know about…

Even coated in grime and with broken glass, fixtures can be brought back to use and beauty.

A beautifully set table makes any meal a special occasion — and what dinner could be more important than Thanksgiving? Pull out all the stops and set a table that's dressed to impress. Our Thanksgiving table decorating ideas will ensure you're the Turkey Day host with…

While the affordable housing shortage worsens, down payment programs are playing a vital role in helping families become homeowners and stimulating housing demand.The Down Payment Report provides the most updated and accurate information on down payment assistance…

Preserving the integrity of historic spaces is incredibly rewarding. However, taking on a historic project can, at times, feel very overwhelming. Here at Heritage Tile, we have a deep understanding of historic tile trends and are happy to assist customers with their…

Downsizing is often the best option for seniors who want to cut costs or have medical problems requiring constant care. Selling their homes could provide them with additional funds to cover their retirement and other medical expenses.Seniors are living longer than ever.…

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From 1905 to 1907 the Greenes’ designs showed a transition from joinery as craft to joinery as aesthetic structure. The move toward refinement and sophistication can be traced to the Greenes’ collaboration with Peter and John Hall.

The fate of one of Long Beach’s most respected examples of art deco architecture wasn’t necessarily dictated by the group who eventually demolished it—though they had a hand, yes—but rather the voters of Long Beach.