Tag: landscaping

Hotels & Resorts

AAA Unveils Five Diamond List for 2020

February 19, 2020. AAA Staff

One local establishment – the Boston Harbor Hotel – earns Five Diamond designation for the first time.

Mortgages

How to Prepare Your House for Sale

November 21, 2019. Robert Yaniz Jr

Readying your house for the market can be intimidating. Start with these tips and you’ll be well on your way to a “sold” sign.

Homeowner's Insurance

Pool Landscaping: How Does Homeowners Insurance Fit in?

May 13, 2019. Maddy Osman

With new pool landscaping comes increased liability. Learn how to protect yourself from the potential risks involved before diving in.

Home

Removing Hazards Around Your Home

November 15, 2018. Susan Kreimer

Getting older doesn’t have to result in giving up familiar surroundings. Aging safely in your own home may be a distinct possibility. “We have more control than we think” over our immediate environment, said Dr. Alexis Eastman, a geriatrician in the Institute on Aging at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health…

Travel

Cultivation: Gardens around the world are embedded with culture, style and elegance

October 19, 2018. Jeanine Barone

Even in the most chaotic cities, gardens big and small are a balm for the soul, enwrapping us in tranquility. Beyond giving us a botanical education, gardens also reveal the artistry of different landscaping styles and offer insights into a destination’s culture, history and geology.

Mortgages

Mortgage vs. Rent: What Works Best for You?

September 13, 2018. Rebecca Melnitsky

We weigh the benefits and consider the insurance costs of each to help you determine which option is best for you.

Home

Creating Curb Appeal is About Landscaping and Much More

August 24, 2018. AAA Staff

Make your curb appeal pop from the ground up.

Home & Life

Stay Hip to Today’s Home Improvement Trends

March 02, 2018. AAA Staff

What’s hot in home remodeling.

Home & Life

I want to sell my old house. How can I make it feel move-in ready?

February 14, 2018. AAA Staff

1. Decluttering a house helps no matter its age. 2. A fresh coat of paint – interior and, if applicable, exterior – can do wonders. Stick with neutral colors for the widest appeal. 3. New carpet can make an impact, and it doesn’t have to be costly. 4. Think about updating lighting fixtures and replacing…

Home

Curb Appeal Tips to Help You Sell Your Home

May 01, 2017. AAA Staff

Summer is a hot season for home sales. In fact, after a slight dip in May, home sales tend to climb well above the annual average in June and July, according to Trulia real estate listings. Curb appeal is always important, perhaps more so in summer when snow can’t hide patchy lawns and untrimmed hedges….