Whitney Gabet, Realtor

Check out these 5 financial planning tips.

Money Matters for Millennial Parents As a young parent, you may just be learning about all the responsibilities parenthood requires. When...

Knowing how much money you have in the bank is just the start to early retirement planning.

A Checklist for Retiring Early Retiring early is a great idea if you can afford it. Unfortunately, few people plan for retirement a...

You have options.

Qualifying for a Credit Card If You Have Bad Credit Having bad credit can be worse than having no credit at all. A lousy credit score can lead to a stee...

How do you make the most of your wall space?

Getting Creative With Your Wall Space Do you have a blank wall with no idea what to put on it? Rethink the boring family photo with these ...

Want to lift your spirits and feel yourself relax? Try these eight tricks to make your bathroom feel like a spa.

Transforming Your Bath Into a Spa A long soak in a bubble-filled tub can feel like heaven after a hard day at work—and soaking in a ba...

Have a medical bill with an upcoming late payment date? Take care of it before it impacts your credit.

How Unpaid Medical Bills Affect Your Credit Score Paying your medical bill is one of the last things on your mind when you’re at a hospital emergency ...

Heard about a recent increase in interest rates? Here's how it could affect your credit card and loan terms.

How Federal Rate Increases Affect Credit Cards and Loans If you’ve ever noticed a rise in interest rates in the news or saw your credit card bill get a littl...

Small bathroom? Here's how to make it seem larger!

Make the Most of a Small Bathroom Unless you’re living in a custom designed home, you probably wish your bathroom—or your guest bath—w...

Ever wondered what to do if flooding is predicted in your area?

How to Prepare Your Home for Flooding While no one ever wants to imagine their home filling with water, for many areas of the country, flo...

Looking to cut down on utility costs? Try out these easy energy-saving tips.

5 Ways to Save Energy and Money Cutting down on energy use is great for the environment. It can also save you big bucks. Alternative...

Bankruptcy can happen to anyone, and putting spending habits in check is the start to keeping more of your money.

Money Mistakes Everyone Can Learn From Not Preparing for Emergencies An emergency fund is important for anyone. A signing bonus—whether you...

Add a splash of green to your space!

Here's Why You Should Decorate With Green Regardless of the shade, adding elements of green to your home can improve your mood, complement you...

Wood touches don't always have to feel rustic.

How to Incorporate Wood Into Your Interior Design Whether you like a rustic, industrial or mod look in your space, the next time you’re consider...

Six months is just the start. There's a lot to consider.

How Much Do You Need for an Emergency Fund? An emergency fund should cover disasters such as a job loss, sudden illness, broken car or other cat...

Low credit shouldn't stop you from getting a second mortgage to pay off debt or make home repairs. What home project would you use the money for?

Refi Options for Those With Low Credit Scores If you want to get a second mortgage so you can make renovations to your home, it can be difficult i...

Old-school appliances may be making their way into your modern kitchen.

Trend Alert: Retro Kitchens Are Today's Big Thing For some of us, retro is just another term. But for those who recall Grandma’s aqua-blue fridg...

Saving money can be tough, but having these accounts will go a long way toward making sure all your bases are covered.

5 Bank Accounts Every Family Should Have Having all of your family’s money in one bank account can make keeping track of your money easier, b...

There is an art to communication. Hone your listening skills with these tips.

3 Tips to Improve Your Listening Skills Are you having trouble communicating with your partner, friends or colleagues? Do you forget what yo...

Hint: It can cost much less than expected

How Much to Spend on an Engagement Ring Ask any jeweler how much money you should spend on an engagement ring and they’ll likely give you th...

Are you thinking of creating a smart home? Here are the pros and cons.

Pros and Cons of Smart Appliances Smart appliances can make life easier and more convenient. Since the technology is relatively new, m...

Thinking of introducing some financial lessons to your children? Here's some helpful information.

What to Know Before Giving Your Kid a Debit Card Teaching your child about money by giving them a piggy bank or having them earn an allowance by doin...

Although there are many challenges millennials face when building a credit history, here are a few solutions.

Fewer Millennials Qualifying for Credit Cards Millennials are applying for credit cards more than most age groups, but they’re not qualifying for ...

What are your go-to morning rituals?

Productivity Tips to Start Your Day Looking to boost your daily productivity? Start by taking a look at your morning habits. Incorporati...

Flooding may be inevitable, but costs of damages incurred may not have to be.

Do You Need Flood Insurance? Flooding can occur anywhere and at any time of the year. Even if you do not live near a body of wate...

Looking to keep your carpet looking new for longer? Heed these tips.

How to Extend the Life of Your Carpet Whether you adore your new carpet or can’t afford to replace it every few years, below are a h...

Now that you've purchased a house, it's time to bring a dog into the mix! The following breeds will make perfect companions for time-home homeowners.

The Best Breeds for First-Time Homeowners If you’re a first-time homeowner, the odds are good you will soon be ready for the fun and res...

Did you know you can gift savings?

Contribute to a 529 College Savings Plan With Gift Cards Parents contributing to a 529 college savings plan may find it difficult, if not a little time-consu...

For a relatively low cost, a home warranty can make buying a home a lot less worrisome.

The Pros of Buying a Home Warranty For $600 or so a year, plus a service fee of around $75 every time you ask for repair, a home warran...

Don't pick your houseplants on a whim!

How to Choose the Best Houseplants Just like picking paint and furniture, it’s important to spend time choosing the best plants f...