A Flower’s Tale
The wait for a change of weather ends not with the calendar, but the temperature of the soil. As nights feel a little warmer, we start to look for signs […]
The Value of Mulch
In mid to late spring, homeowners engage in the annual routine of applying a biodegradable ground layer to suppress weeds, retain the soil’s moisture, prevent heavy frosts, and, ultimately, create […]
Sensational Succulents
The succulent has come a long way! From a plant of avoidance in the 1970s to attracting millions of people around the world. Today, the beloved plant’s fanatical followers have […]
Consumers Plan to Save More in 2022
With 2022 well underway and COVID-19 already making an impact, consumers are holding to a few tried and true patterns of spending and saving. Consumers plan to be more mindful […]
Tax Deferment Services Available to Homeowners
Welcoming in 2022 may open the door for property tax exemptions! Before thinking this fantastic opportunity couldn’t possibly benefit you, wait! North Carolina has programs to assist all residents in […]
Consider the Gift of Plants
Presents come in all sizes and colors. If the requirements include brightening a room and emanating a feeling of love for years, consider a potted plant! The most rewarding foliage […]
What Makes Your House Your Home?
When Real Simple magazine asked “designers, writers, cooks, and others,” “What makes a house feel like home?” I reached out to my circle of women: “What makes your house your […]
Meeting Financial Challenges in 2022
Buying gifts, cars, appliances, toys – and just about anything – hasn’t been easy this holiday season. As you’ve probably discovered, the supply chain – the mechanism that delivers goods […]
Piedmont Advantage Branch Managers April Young and Maleia Brown: Making a difference
When April Young and Maleia Brown enter a room, people stop and take notice. Their bright smiles and cheerful personalities light up a room before they say anything. Both raised […]
Compost with Success
The weekly ritual of taking out the trash is a commitment in aerobics, strength, and quite possibly, avoiding toxic fumes! Organic trash can comprise kitchen waste, such as eggshells, coffee […]
