House hunting is an adventure, but working more than 40 hours a week and attempting to see prospective homes is a challenge. We turned our hunt into a one-day marathon. In one house after the other, we found some things we would have never expected to look for.
Unexpected Things I Found While House Hunting
by Lisa Longlois on April 4, 2012 in Home Buying, Home Sales, Mortgage Rates, Smart Shopper
Short Sale Process Tips to Keep Your Sanity
by Lisa Longlois on March 30, 2012 in Home Buying, Home Sales, Smart Shopper
Are you counting down the days until you have short sale approval? Here are some tips to help keep you sane during the process.
“Detroit Knows Cars” Automobile Fine Art Show
by Lisa Longlois on January 3, 2012 in Zing Zone
“Detroit Knows Cars” automobile fine art show exhibit will open January 7 at 6 p.m. in the Chase Tower Building lobby (611 Woodward Avenue). This free fine art show features members of the Automotive Fine Art Society and artists who have exhibited at Concours d’Elegance, the finest classic and collector car events in the country.
Top 10 Video Games For Young Gamers: A Review With Help From an Expert
by Lisa Longlois on December 15, 2011 in Family Focus
We want to be cool parents, but we don’t want to overlook the maturity level of popular video games. Parents check out this guide to buy your child video games appropriate for their age.
Pet Safety Tips for the Holidays
by Lisa Longlois on December 12, 2011 in Family Focus
Cats eating tinsel? Dogs breaking ornaments? Check out these pet safety tips for the holidays and safe pet gift suggestions to keep your furry family members protected this season.
What Happened to Black Friday?
by Lisa Longlois on November 28, 2011 in Credit & Debt, Smart Shopper, Trends
For our family, Thanksgiving Day is only about family, and Black Friday seemed to be intruding on it this year. Did you stand in line at midnight?
How to Get a Better Night’s Sleep
by Lisa Longlois on November 28, 2011 in Credit & Debt, Family Focus, Saving
Sleep experts say 7–9 hours is optimal for the average adult, yet so many of us struggle with how to get a better night’s sleep. Here are a few tips to battle tossing and turning at night.
