Posts from February 2026

Ever wondered what makes a room feel like home? The secret lies in the 7 basics of interior design! These guiding principles can help you create a balanced, inviting, and functional space.

Here's a quick look at the essentials:
1) Space – Maximize what you have, whether it's small or spacious.
2) Line – Use vertical, horizontal, and dynamic lines to shape your aesthetic.
3) Form – Play with furniture and decor shapes to create harmony.
4) Li...

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Introducing The Grand, a custom 1.5-story masterpiece by Empire Homes & Remodeling — where luxury meets functionality in all the right ways.

Open-Concept Living at Its Finest
Step inside to soaring vaulted ceilings, a stunning stone fireplace, custom cabinetry, and designer fixtures that elevate every space. Need flexibility? A dedicated flex/offic...

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After the "I Dos" are said and thank you notes are written, what comes next?  Buying your first home, of course! Since it is one of the biggest purchases you and your spouse will make, the more you talk about and plan for buying your home, the happier you'll be when crossing that threshold.

Here are my five tips for newlywed couples buying their first home.

1. Assess Your Financial Situation
   Before you even start shopping for a home, it makes sense to first look into your financial situation. Co-mingling may be something new to you but you'll have to sit down with your spouse and make an assessment of your savings and debts. This will help you create a budget and an understanding of how much house you can afford...

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The process of buying a home can be both exciting and overwhelming.  It's filled with missteps that any new home buyer could fall prey to. You want to buy a home you love and can afford but the steps you take can prevent you from achieving this dream. 

Here are the 5 common mistakes first-time homebuyers often make and with advice on how you can avoid them.

1. Failing to consider additional expenses 
   Many first-time buyers are forced to go into costly credit card debt simply because they fail to factor in all the costs of homeownership. Once you're a homeo...

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