Southeast Michigan and Oakland County Real Estate

Cash can be a popular present for children when birthdays or other celebrations roll around throughout the year. But instead of letting your youngster splurge on candy or other impulse buys, set them on the right foot by helping them come up with a plan for their money.While it may be enticing to teach your child to save their money by depositing it all in a savings account for them, consider taking the opportunity to teach them how to develop good spending habits.Here are some simple spending habits to teach your child when they find themselves with money that’s burning… [...]

Here are four exciting ways you can create an accent wall in your home.Fabric WallcoveringUsing a textured surface like fabric can help to warm a room up or add depth, depending on what you hope to achieve.Exposed BrickAn exposed brick wall evokes a sense of character in any setting"from urban to traditional.WallpaperFrom mesmerizing floral patterns to classic prints, the right wallpaper will bring a room to life while supplementing the existing color scheme.Bold PaintThe most common way to create an accent wall is to paint one wall an exciting color that complements the rest of the room.Published with permission from… [...]

No matter how much of a critter lover you may be, pests in your kitchen is never fun. But many consumers are also disinclined to spread poison all over their culinary arena. Below are a handful of natural, poison-free ways to keep those creepy crawlies outside where they belong.Vinegar and oil. No, youre not making a salad dressing. By mixing water, vinegar and essential oil in a small spray bottle, you can spray your counter tops, window sills and nooks and crannies to help ban bugs. Use a mix of half white vinegar, half water and 10 drops of lavender… [...]