Rick Rayburn

There’s a lesser known type of identity theft lurking: Property Title Theft. It can be a major mess, so it's important to get up to speed on how to prevent it.

Protect Yourself From Property Title Theft Did you know thieves can steal the title to your property? Title theft could happen right under your nose, so stay alert with these tips.

Here's to entering a healthy, happy and hopeful New Year!

Can you sell the house you’ve owned for just a few years and make money? Not necessarily! Do your homework before you list.

Buying a Home For the Short Term: Does It Make Sense? Sometimes life intervenes and you need to sell after owning for only a few years. Here’s how to decide whether buying a home for the short term makes sense.

What must-haves are in your perfect kitchen?

Don’t spoil the delight of planting a beautiful tree or building a deck by hitting a utility line. Call before you dig!

Watch Out for that Utility Line on Your Property! Before you pull out the shovel and start digging, take steps to avoid hitting a utility line, which could turn a dream project into a nightmare.

The display will be open Christmas eve and Christmas day and daily through Sunday January 2 from 5 - 10 PM. Free through display. My gift to the community. We are located at 4489 Hoover Road, Reva, VA 22735. Tune your car radio to 88.7.

‘Tis the season! Wishing you a Christmas filled with love, joy and laughter.

Single women are leading single men when it comes to home buying. Here’s some information on this growing demographic trend and how it affects selling your home.

Single Women Making Their Place in the Housing Market Home sales to single women buyers outpace sales to single men. Here’s our guide to how this growing trend translates to marketing a home for sale.

Virtual home tours are all the rage. Would you buy a home sight unseen?

Need tips on turning a bathroom into a kid-friendly space? Here are some ideas.

Creating a Kids’ Bathroom They Will Love Safety needs to be first in a child’s bathroom design, but don’t forget to add a splash of fun! Here are some ideas for creating bathrooms kids will love.

If you are choosing new windows for your home, the choices in types and materials can be confusing. This guide will make your window choices clear.

A Basic Look At Windows Knowing about your home’s components will help you make good decisions when it comes to your biggest investment. Here’s our crystal-clear guide to windows.

Those glistening, glittery Christmas decorations seem like toys to playful pets but can harm them. Here’s how to decorate beautifully without putting your fur babies at risk.

Holiday Decorating and Pet Safety Your pet can get hurt in a romp with the Christmas tree or holiday decorations. Here are some ideas for maintaining pet safety during the holidays.

Which view would you like to see outside your window?

Dogs are just like humans when it comes to a good night’s sleep - they want quality bedding that’s comfortable. Here’s a quick list of tips to consider when purchasing your pup’s next bed.

What’s the Best Bed for Your Dog? A good night’s sleep starts with a good bed. That’s as true for your dog as it is for you. Here are some options to consider for your pet.

Buying a home is a big investment, so you should take steps to avoid buyer’s remorse down the road. Here’s how to avoid several common sources of regret for many home buyers.

Plan Ahead to Avoid Home Buyer’s Remorse A home purchase is a big investment, so it’s particularly unfortunate when a homeowner runs into unanticipated problems and develops buyer’s remorse.

With the holidays coming, you want your overnight guests to feel welcomed and pampered. Here’s how to provide a truly welcoming experience.

Twelve Thoughtful Touches for Your Overnight Guests When people come to stay, you want to be a good host. Here are ways to make your overnight guests’ stay at your home the most wonderful time of the year.

What's in your garden?

Wildfire can devastate entire neighborhoods and towns. But with forethought and planning, some homeowners are able to keep their homes in this natural disaster. Here’s how they do it.

Save Your Home from Wildfires Some California homes survived the recent wildfires because their owners took critical preventative steps beforehand. What can you do to spare your home?

When you’re buying a home, certain telltale signs can warn you of expensive repair issues ahead. Your due diligence now could spare you thousands of dollars in future repairs.

Danger Ahead: Warning Signs of a House’s Condition You may have found a home you’ve fallen in love with, but you must assess the house’s condition before the purchase decision. Check for these warning signs.

Decorating the exterior of your home for the holidays can be time consuming and frustrating...not to mention dangerous! Ever considered having a pro install your lights? If so, here's what you need to know.

Deck the Halls with Professional Holiday Light Installation Hiring a professional to handle your holiday light installation saves you time and labor. Read on to learn how much that convenience costs.

Do you see beauty? ...or a mish-mash of objects that need dusting?

May the wonderful Spirit of Hanukkah follow you throughout the holiday season.

Your vacuum cleaner comes with an assortment of tools to enhance your cleaning experience. Do you know how to use them? Clean like a pro with this vacuum tool tutorial.

Put Your Vacuum Cleaner’s Tools to the Test If your vacuum cleaner has a hose, it has attachments that work with that hose. Here's how to use your vacuum’s attachments to clean up like a boss.

If you’re considering buying a foreclosed house at auction, there’s a lot to learn. Start with this overview.

Purchasing a House at a Property Auction If you’ve wanted to buy real estate as an investment, you might consider buying a house at a foreclosed property auction.

We gather on this day to be thankful for what we have, for the family we love, the friends we cherish, and for the blessings that will come. Happy Thanksgiving!

Remember your first mortgage? What tips would you give a newbie?

Home energy efficiency is not just about what you do inside, but also what you do outside. Here’s how proper landscaping can actually save you both energy and money.

How Energy Efficient Landscaping Can Save You Money Energy efficient landscaping can play a vital role in both saving energy and slashing the price you pay for it. Read on to learn how to save big.

Dormer windows add interest to any roofline and admit natural light and ventilation to upstairs rooms and attic space. Read this guide for what you need to know about dormers.

Dormer Styles and Construction Dormer windows are a common in American homes. If you are building a new home or want to add dormers as part of a renovation, here’s what you need to know.

Video home tours are more important than ever these days. Here’s how to prepare so you can make your house a star!

Lights, Camera, Video Home Tour! If you are selling your house, it’s vital to make it look its very best in a video home tour. Here’s how to get your place ready for showtime!

Living rooms: fun or formal?

You’ve fallen behind on your house payments and are facing foreclosure. Take heart - here are some options to avoid it.

Steps to Avoid Foreclosure Foreclosure was likely the farthest thing from your mind the day you closed on your home. Here are steps you can take to help avoid foreclosure.

Retirees shopping for a mortgage often have trouble getting approved. Asset-based mortgage programs can help these retirees to purchase a home on a fixed income.

How Asset-Based Mortgages Help Retirees Buy a Home It can be hard for retired people to get approved for a mortgage. An asset-based mortgage could be a good way to finance homeownership later in life.

With gratitude to all those who have served today on Veterans Day and always.

What's your favorite "color pop" for your outdoor decor?

Ever wondered if that pungent smell of fresh paint was harmful, and if there is an alternative? Low-VOC paint is the answer. Learn more about it here.

Paint “Green” in Any Color With Low-VOC Paints Low-VOC paints gives you the colors you want without the pungent smells of traditional products. These paints are safer for the environment and your health.