James Hurt's Blog

      Summer is here, and with it comes heat, birds, and most importantly, sunshine. Enjoy a backyard oasis with the hottest ideas for your backyard this summer.  Outdoor Deck or Patio Add a deck or patio in a nontraditional area of the yard space. People love to spend time in outdoor living area...

          When a home is broken into and robbed homeowners lose more than just belongings.  They lose a sense of security that can’t be easily replaced.  However, there are simple but effective ways one can boost his sense of security by investing in home security devices which aren’t too difficu...

    Technological advances have not only improved the safety and security of millions of people, they have also opened the door for criminals to invade your identity. Today, theives can steal your name, your credit, and your employment history with the touch of a few buttons. When a person's ide...

  Leaving your home alone while you're away is not always a comforting feeling. Vacationers, sellers, and realtors alike often worry about the safety of valuable items in the home, damage or vandalism to property, and even trespassing. Some wonderful tips that assist in making sure that your hom...

                                        If you are considering a tankless water heater, you have probably heard the claims for big savings on energy costs, as well as instant and endless hot water. So, is a tankless water heater the right choice for you and your family? Maybe – or maybe not! Manu...

    How many anti-bacterial products can be found within your household? One, two, or more? As society becomes increasingly concerned about the spread of illnesses through day-to-day human contact, anti-bacterial products have begun to fly off the retail shelves. But, are we causing ourselves mo...

  A short sale sounds like it should be an easy, quick fix to your mortgage problems. However, that's not necessarily how it works. The idea is to offer you an alternative to the process of bankruptcy and foreclosure. Neither of those options is very suitable for most people so the arrangements t...

  The use of technology in selling homes has allowed for faster home sales and often higher first offers. First and foremost, technology speeds up the process. It allows buyers to enter search criteria into a focused search engine that outlines their requirements. This brings the relevant homes f...

If you've ever wondered why some realtors discount and some don't you certainly wouldn't be alone. Many people wonder why one realtor might offer great discounts while another makes absolutely no mention of discounting at all. It's important to understand that there are aspects of being a realtor...

  Do cultural differences play a role in home sales? In all reality everything plays a role in selling a home. In a world where there are more cultures sharing the same country the impact of cultural differences is being seen when buying and selling a home. Larger cities have had cultural neighbo...