Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” Sit back, relax and enjoy. Tom: Hi Sandy, what are we going to talk about this month? Sandy: Well, I have had some calls recently from folks who want to know who they can turn to for help in deciding whether they should stay in their home and remodel, build new or move to another existing home. So, this is what I want to talk about, Tom; are you game? Tom: GREAT subject. We spend quite a bit of time helping folks find some of the answers … [Read more...] about Deciding Whether to Buy a New Home or Remodel
At Home with Tom and Sandy
YCCA Boot Camp for Construction Trades
Welcome to “At Home with Tom & Sandy!” Here we are warp-speeding into 2019. Speaking of warp speed, yes, Tom, I am exhausted, done-in, spent and dog-tired – and on the other end of the spectrum, exhilarated, ecstatic, delighted, joyful, overjoyed and euphoric. Tom: The month of January kept you going almost 24/7 with the fantastic Boot Camp you orchestrated. You and the YCCA are certainly going above and beyond to help with the labor shortage the construction industry is facing. Have you … [Read more...] about YCCA Boot Camp for Construction Trades
Exploring Kitchen Trends
Welcome to “At Home With Tom & Sandy.” Here we are, Tom, in a new year. As they say, “How time flies.” Speaking of time flying, fleeting and anything but coasting – we have been sharing our column on a monthly basis with the community and what fun it is. I would say pretty cool. It is indeed an honor to be your partner, Tom, and share boundless significant information with our readers such as our column this month, featuring kitchen trends. Sandy: Tom, since it is the start of a New Year, … [Read more...] about Exploring Kitchen Trends
Resolving to Be Better People, Business Owners, Community Partners
Welcome to “At Home With Tom & Sandy.” Happy New Year! It is never too late. Every day, people pass up opportunities to make a difference in our community. We can all do “something” and it doesn't have to cost anything. So, start a daily habit of doing "something." If you have the power to make someone happy – DO IT. Our world needs more happy! Tom and I thought our first column of 2019 would be about more happy, human kindness and resolutions. Settle in, and thanks for reading “At Home with … [Read more...] about Resolving to Be Better People, Business Owners, Community Partners
Adding Reality to HGTV Remodeling Programs
Welcome to “At Home With Tom & Sandy.” As always, Tom and I are happy and enthusiastic and maybe a little wound-up from time to time but always ready to give you the inside scoop, what’s up, what’s down and what’s hot and what’s not and, in some cases, information that is just naturally straightforward, of which homeowners should be aware. Settle in and enjoy. Sandy:So, Tom, I was watching HGTV the other evening and was wondering if you watch those shows such as Fixer Upper, The … [Read more...] about Adding Reality to HGTV Remodeling Programs
Demystifying Costs Per Square Foot
Welcome to “At Home With Tom & Sandy.” As we always are, Tom and I are happy and enthusiastic and maybe a little wound-up from time to time but always ready to give you the inside scoop, what’s up, what’s down and what’s hot and what’s not and, in some cases, information that is just straightforward and as homeowners you should be aware. Sandy: Here we are again Mr. R., and I know this will shock and surprise you, but I have something I think we need to talk about. Tom: Well that is a … [Read more...] about Demystifying Costs Per Square Foot
Life Coaching Can Open Doors
Welcome to “At Home with Tom and Sandy.” This month, Tom and I thought we would take a pause and take a lunch-break as they say, or for those of us who breakfunch, something which I do all day – eating small meals between breakfast and lunch and do not take a lunch break, we are going to veer away from our normal column. Settle in; this is going to be wonderful! Sandy: Hi, Tom! Wow, a little more than 100 days until Christmas! For our detour topic this month, I have invited Deborah Peterson … [Read more...] about Life Coaching Can Open Doors
Understanding the DIY Process
Welcome to AT HOME with Tom and Sandy. Sandy: Here we are, Tom, more than halfway through 2018. How time flies. Speaking of time flying, fleeting and anything but coasting – we have been sharing our column on a monthly basis with the community for almost two years now. I would say pretty cool. It is indeed an honor to be your partner, Tom, and share boundless significant information with our readers such as our column this month: DIY or hire. Tom: Hi, Sandy! And, yes, DIY or hire … [Read more...] about Understanding the DIY Process
How to Find Qualified, Reputable Contractors
Welcome to “At Home With Tom & Sandy!” Here we are, Tom, on the south side of 2018. July is such a special patriotic month and I feel that not nearly enough Americans are aware that much of what the country considers our most patriotic month is peppered with some great songs that make clear what’s splendid about the U.S. I am going to list some of my favorites – are you ready to sing along, Tom? Tom: I am ready and I already have my favorite from years ago and it is Los Lobos with … [Read more...] about How to Find Qualified, Reputable Contractors
Waking Up Your Plants for Spring
Welcome to “At Home with Tom and Sandy!” Now that we are in Spring, we have called on a “lifeline” to talk landscaping, because now is the time. As Tom and I always say, we are here to give you the inside scoop on real estate, the construction industry, what’s up, what’s down, what’s hot, and what’s not. We’ll share real estate stats, home prices, building permit numbers, construction pointers and give you hints on renovations that will give you a return on your investment. There is … [Read more...] about Waking Up Your Plants for Spring