How Do I Get Hard Water off my Brick?

Is your brick siding covered with hard-water stains? Here’s three easy steps on how to clean them and make the bricks look like new again! What you’ll need: Large bucket Water Lots of white vinegar One stiff scrub brush Garden hose How to do it: Mix one cup of vinegar to one gallon water in…

Read More

Crime Prevention

Crime Prevention (Courtesy of the Edmond Police Dept.) Crime Prevention Starts With You And Your Family More often than not, crimes occur because we open ourselves and our families to criminal opportunities. Talking to strangers, absence of security procedures for anonymous callers, taking for granted one’s safety outside the home, etc. make us easy prey…

Read More

Veterans Day

Today on November 11th we celebrate Veterans Day. This day is a day that should not only be recognized once a year, but should be reflected on throughout the year. So many men and women put their lives on the line so that you and your family can live a life of freedom. Take the…

Read More

Home Selling Mistakes to Avoid

Selling your home can be exciting and emotional at the same time. You’re selling the place you’ve lived in but might earn a decent profit. In addition, real estate is a great hedge against inflation and can be a great way to supplement any investment portfolio. However, when you sell your home, you must avoid…

Read More

How to make caramel apples

Who doesn’t love a good ole’ caramel apple? Although caramel apples could be enjoyed anytime of the year, Fall seems to be the best time! There are so many ways to make caramel apples, but here is an easy way with very few steps and ingredients.  Ingredients Premade caramels (15 oz) Heavy whipping cream (3…

Read More

Fall Yardwork Do’s and Don’ts

Fall is a wonderful season for gardening. The weather is cool and pretty much perfect for getting out and doing the much needed work.  Here are a few things that will help you this fall season.  Don’ts Do not remove what is considered habitat for the insects. These items could be logs and brush piles,…

Read More

Tips to help you pay off your mortgage early

Here are a few tips and tricks to help you pay off your mortgage quicker: Make an extra payment. Divide your monthly payment by 12 and add that amount to your principle each month.  If your income increases, do not increase your spending. It is always tempting to spend more, when we are making more.…

Read More

Fall is in the Air!

It may still be warmer during the day, but fall is definitely in the air with the brisk mornings and the cooler evenings. Do you know what that means? It is time to start bringing out all the fall colors in your decorations and gardens! Here are some fall favorites to get you started.  Mums…

Read More

Title Insurance, What is it?

Title insurance protects real estate owners and lenders against any property loss or damage they might experience because of liens, encumbrances or defects in the title to the property. The title to a piece of property is the evidence that the owner is in lawful possession of that property.  A title insurance policy insures the…

Read More