Gulf Shores home improvements have seen record spending over the past three years due to the resurgence in home equity over that period of time, but spending is set to soften in coming months. According to the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, the center's index, the Leading […]

The start of a new year for many also means starting to think about selling their Gulf Shores home. Before you just call an agent and have them stick a for sale sign in your yard, or if you're thinking of selling yourself as a FSBO, consider these ways to increase the overall value of […]

There are three common areas in your Gulf Shores home where energy is probably being lost. These energy saving tips focus on entry doors, windows, and your attic access. These are the three most common problem areas. You can correct and insulate problem areas by following these tips… . We have more Gulf Shores home […]

Thinking about selling your Gulf Shores home? Typically Spring is the time of the year you'd be putting it on the market. But if you're like most people, there's probably a lot of things you need to do in order to get your Gulf Shores home in shape to sell. So why not use the […]

Like it or not, we all live in a digital age. But now, smart gadgets for your Gulf Shores home are making things inside your home completely controllable outside of your home, using your smart phone. Living in Digital Times technology editor Andrea Smith discusses some of her favorite gadgets for the ultimate connected home. […]

More and more Gulf Shores homebuyers are looking for homes with greater smart home technology that will control their home's appliances, lighting, and systems. Indeed, more than 70 percent of about 2,000 adults recently surveyed say they wish they could just control something in their home from their mobile device, according to Lowe's 2014 Smart […]

As a family grows, often the needs of the family change, which is why many homeowners consider remodeling. By completing a Gulf Shores home remodeling project, you have the benefit of staying in the home you love. But before you decide to take on a home remodeling project, here are a few questions you'll want […]

Your Gulf Shores home improvement projects don't have to cost you a fortune, but neglecting them just might. Summer is in full swing now, and it's time to be tackling those outdoor Gulf Shores home improvement chores that you put off all winter. Here are some things to consider doing right now, and some ideas […]

Everyone knows about spring cleaning, although many never seem to get around to it. If you've sworn an oath to really get your Gulf Shores home cleaned up this year, we have some things you need to include on your Gulf Shores home spring cleaning list. Gulf Shores Home Spring Cleaning To Do List: Sell […]