The flora and fauna of the Southwest can be quite exquisite in its beauty. Although we may not have an abundance of deciduous trees, the desert offers up her own rare beauty in the native plants found...
One way to add value to your home when you are selling it, is to make it feel larger or more spacious than it actually is. This is especially true for smaller homes, and smaller rooms. Here are 5 easy tips for making your home feel more spa...
It's the start of a New Year, and now is a good a time to change out your smoke detector batteries in your home to ensure your smoke detectors are functioning properly. Did you know that the risk of dying in a home fire is 50% less when there a...
Every homeowner knows that with homeownership comes an going commitment to home maintenance. I personally keep a list in a kitchen drawer that I add to every time I discover something that needs repair in my home (if it's not urgent.) Then, w...
With the change of seasons, we usually see dramatic shifts in our home heating and cooling costs. The Matheson Team has 5 money and energy saving tips for heating and cooling your home.
According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), h...
It’s the beginning of November and many homeowners are trickling back to Arizona to enjoy the winter months, free from snow and cold. Your home has been closed up tight all summer, and if you are experiencing a non-stop sniffling after a few ...
As a homeowner, unresolved repairs can escalate to costly mistakes if you don't pay attention to them right away. This is especially true when you're getting ready to sell your home.
That small leak under the sink can blossom into an unexpecte...
The City of Scottsdale began a 2-year pilot program for homeowners in July to reduce salt in waste water. There are 3 things you can do to help reduce salt in our water table and get a rebate on your water bill.
1.) Replace your existing ...
If you are in a 'love it or list it' phase with your home and are considering some minor renovations, start with simple home improvements that can have a big impact on how your home looks and feels to you, as well as potential buyers.
Feel fre...
When you're thinking about selling your home, no doubt your top priority is to get the highest price possible for the property with little to no additional investment. According to both the National Association of Realtors and the National As...