Blog | Alan Good

Enjoy Your Outdoor Space This Summer

Stay cool and comfortable spending time outside with friends and family by adding shade to your yard or patio with these ideas. Overhead Patio Coverings One popular way to create shade is to string up outdoor fabric and make a retractable awning or canopy. Shade sails are another versatile and inexpensive way ...

Should You Get a Pre-Sale Home Inspection?

Unless you’re in a seller’s market where you can expect many offers, quickly, it might make sense to get a pre-sale home inspection. It can give your listing a competitive advantage. What is it? It’s simply a professional inspection you get done on your own home. Assuming only a few inconsequential issues ...

Why Bargain Hunting is a Bad Idea

It seems like every month there is a new website offering deals on everything from electronics to travel. In fact, the “coupon industry” is booming. This trend has conditioned people, more than ever before, to look for bargains and become determined to pay well below the market price for merchandise. There’s ...

What You Should Check Before Entertaining this Summer

Looking forward to hosting a graduation party or a Victoria Day barbecue? You’ll want to make sure your deck and patio are in great shape for your guests. Here’s a quick DIY checklist to help you give your deck a once-over. As always, if you’re unsure about the condition, it’s ...