Eva Parys - Real Estate Consultant

07/03/2026

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06/30/2026

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02/19/2024

Presidents’ Day, originally celebrating George Washington’s birthday, has been associated with what fruity dessert?

Cherry pie is the unofficial dessert of Washington’s Birthday, drawing from the legend of young Washington chopping down a cherry tree. Presidents’ Day has had various designations. Originally it celebrated George Washington’s birthday on February 22. In the 20th Century, Abraham Lincoln’s b...

02/17/2024

From deck to screen-in porch, here’s what it takes to make your outdoor living dreams come true.

A deck can be a little slice of paradise…except for the scorching sun by day and the insects by night. So why not turn that deck into a screened-in porch? Here’s an outline of what it takes. Get proposals. Using online and personal referrals, ask three contractors for proposals and quotes. Make ...

02/16/2024

North, south, east or west? Which way should your house face? Here are four key factors to properly place your home.

When building a new home, don’t forget to put serious thought into how the house will be positioned on the lot or acreage. It might seem like a technical detail but the position of the house can have a big affect on day-to-day living. Let’s look at the crucial elements that go into the decision....

02/14/2024

Valentine’s Day ranks second to one other holiday for nationwide flower sales. Which holiday comes in first?

Valentine’s Day also ranks second only to Christmas for greeting card sales, but Mother’s Day sells more flowers than Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day, as we know it, has its romantic roots in a poem about “Valentines” by 14th Century English writer Geoffrey Chaucer, best known for “Ca...

02/12/2024

Need cash for a home repair? Find out how to tap the equity in your house.

The equity in your home is an untapped resource for financing such things as remodeling projects or a child’s college education. Is it wise to take a home equity loan or a line of credit, and how do they work? The equity in your home — the value of your home minus what you owe […]

02/10/2024

From wire hangers on a rod to a lighted and mirrored space reminiscent of a dressing room, check out these closet upgrades for the budget-minded.

Regardless of space or budget, you can turn your closet into something special. All it takes is organization and a little attention to detail. Closet systems. Custom closet organizers are trained to make closets look luxurious, but their talent comes at a price. The good news is you can achieve simi...

02/09/2024

There’s no rush when buying a home near water. Family safety, potential flooding and maintenance are key issues to explore.

If you’re in the market for a house with a pond, you’ve got a lot of homework to do before making an offer to purchase. Government regulations, potential flooding, safety issues and added costs are among the concerns that need to be addressed by a prospective buyer. Safety first. Living near a p...

02/07/2024

For senior adults, selling a home can be fraught with emotion. A Certified Senior Housing Professional is trained to ease the stress.

When senior adults decide to sell their homes, hiring a “Certified Senior Housing Professional” can be a huge help. What exactly is a “Certified Senior Housing Professional?” Essentially, it’s a real estate agent who has undergone special training and certification in selling the homes of ...