Paul Diaz's Blog

Real estate is a big business, and everyone seems to want to invest in real estate. You keep hearing a lot of stories about how people made a quick buck by investing in real estate. There are stories about people who made $50,000 even $100,000 in a blink of an eye by making the right kind of inve...

If you, like most citizens, can't stand the idea of having to go through probate, then a living trust takes on a much greater importance. While avoiding probate is one of the leading benefits of having a living trust, there are many more factors at work. There are a variety of great reasons to ha...

Whether seeking solitude or a great place for entertaining, creating inspiration on your deck or patio can bring life and excitement to outdoor spaces; add a new pergola over a deck or patio, and you have another outdoor dimension for relaxing or gathering with friends and family.  Either way, ma...

First Impressions are lasting! Landscaping is nice but not in everyone's budget. At a minimum, lawns should be freshly mowed, leaves raked, or snow shoveled. Consider a hanging or potted plant for the entrance. Sweep the porch, deck and all walkways. Ensure garbage/recycling bins are hidden from ...

GRASS GRUBSGrubs, nasty-looking overweight worms, are actually the larvae of certain beetles, such as June Beetles or Chafers. They love munching on the roots of grasses. Their over-voracious appetites, combined with their ability to easily procreate, result in infestations that can kill large ar...

Because it is the center of activity for the home, the kitchen can serve many purposes. The key to a fully functional kitchen is keeping things organized and in their place, countertops free and eating areas clean. If the kitchen is the family hub, then make it a bright and happy place. Revitaliz...

ENERGY EFFICIENCYThrough diligent research and development, home-building technology is continually changing and improving. But homeowners can increase the comfort of their home while reducing their heating and cooling needs by investing in proper insulation and sealing air leaks.If you have an o...

Dust mites are microscopic organisms that are found around the world. They live on upholstered surfaces, pillows, mattresses, stuffed toys, carpets, and fabrics. In homes, they feed on the shed skin of humans. Enzymes found within the waster matter of dust mites cause asthma, eczema, and other al...

Your home should express what you love, and the color of your walls and floors should match your taste and decor. There are so many colors to choose from. Remember the color wheel in elementary school? Choose the colors for your furnishings in the best natural light possible to get the best match...

BUYER'S OR SELLER'S MARKETRemember when houses sold the same day or week the sign went in the yard? And then you remember when the character in the yard seemed to linger for months? There is an explanation for this swing in the real estate market.A Buyer's Market means that supply exceeds demand ...