Mike Sides - Team Fathom Realty

10/21/2026

When moving into your new home, before you unpack your first box, make your bed. You will glad you did after a long day of unpacking.

10/19/2026

Mixing elements like concrete and pebbles can add design flair to a simple outdoor walkway. Do you like this hardscape design?

10/17/2026

We’ve all had a bad customer experience at some point. Here’s how to complain effectively to get results without ranting.

Successful complaining through customer reviews is an art. You want to get your problem resolved. Here are smart methods of getting customer satisfaction.

10/16/2026

Scented candles won't mask to***co odors from buyers' sensitive noses. Instead, try these effective methods to rid smoke smells from your home.

The lingering odor of cigarette smoke makes any house a tough sell. It will take longer to find a willing buyer and will likely bring a lower price. Unless, of course, the seller is up for the challenge of a floor-to-ceiling scrubbing. Here’s a step-by-step guide. Floors to ceilings. Unlike pet od...

10/14/2026

It may not seem like much, but freshening-up that mailbox with some new paint, numbers and flowers can improve your curb appeal dramatically.

10/12/2026

Throw pillows are an easy and economical way to make your bedrooms look professionally staged.

10/10/2026

If you live in an older house, there may be many rich stories bound up with its history. Here’s how to learn the history of your vintage home.

If you live in an older home, you could be residing in a place rich with history. Research can yield a treasure trove of your home's history.

10/09/2026

Even pet-loving buyers may be turned off by lingering pet odors and damage. Check out this guide to prepare your pet and your house for showings.

When pet owners put their homes up for sale, it’s best to make those beloved animals disappear without a trace. The dog beds, the cat crates, the hair, the chew marks and the smell all need to be removed before the first showing. Here’s a step-by-step guide on selling your home with pets.

10/07/2026

In areas that have been hard-hit by drought, some communities are offering financial incentives for homeowners to ditch the lawn and replace with desert landscaping. Would you consider it?

10/05/2026

You may only break even on the investment at resale, but an outdoor kitchen is a great way to expand your living & entertainment space.