Existing-Home Sales Reach Highest Pace Since February ’07

Existing-home sales increased in August, reaching their highest level in 6 1/2 years. What’s more, the median price shows nine consecutive months of double-digit year-over-year increases, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. Total existing-home...

Pre-Approvals vs. Pre-Qualifications in the Home Buying Process

One of the first things a savvy home shopper does PRIOR to starting a serious home search is to explore mortgage options. An experienced realtor will encourage buyers speak with a lender and get “pre-approved.” This benefits all parties involved by...

Healthy Habits at Work

Habits matter most We are obsessed with creating tools that improve daily health habits for the masses – 60% of employees, on average. We’re greedy that way. We want everyone – the young, the old, the women, the men, the couch potatoes and triathletes. In order...

Preparing Children for an International Move

Moving from A to B is a big happening. Even if that move takes place in the same city. Only a few kilometers can make a huge difference. I know! As a child, we’ve moved a lot. And from one side of town to the other, it still meant I would hardly see my friends again....

It’s a Dog! How to Plan a Puppy Shower

So you’ve decided to welcome a dog into your life. This is a big deal. This new little (or not so little; or not so new) bundle of fur will be your family. Most of us spend more time with our dogs than pretty much anyone else and they occupy a place in our hearts that...