Blog | Mike Ainsworth

How to make your home safer with a spring cleaning checklist

As spring approaches, you may be ready to whip the cleaning supplies out and dedicate a few hours to some detailed spring-cleaning. For many, one of the first things that comes to mind when preparing for the new season, is to clean out the gutters. ...

Identify Your House’s Strengths

A home seller who understands his or her residence's strengths may be better equipped than others to enjoy a successful property selling experience. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to identify your house's strengths before you list your residence. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help ...

Advantages of working with a real estate agent to buy a home

Working with a real estate agent can provide several advantages when buying or selling a home. Using their professional training and experience, you may find the buying or selling process quicker, simpler and more rewarding. Here are some of the key benefits to working with an agent when shopping for ...

Coconut coir vs peat moss: Which should you use?

If you’re a gardening or houseplant enthusiast, you may have already pondered the choice of coconut coir vs peat moss. Your choice of growing medium can make an enormous difference in the health and success of your plants, so it’s important to understand the benefits and disadvantages of each option. What ...