Blog | Hannah Sosinski

Mortgage insurance: A basic guide to understanding PMI

The common recommendation for homebuyers is to give 20 percent of a home’s price as an initial down payment. However, producing 20 percent isn’t always required. However, that’s where private mortgage insurance, or PMI, becomes relevant. What is PMI? PMI is a type of insurance used ...

Tips on Building Your Own Umbrella Table

Photo by Jazella via Pixabay An umbrella table provides you with more than just a comfortable place to sit; it adds color and texture to your space, too. You'll need to have an idea of where the table will go, what size umbrella it needs to support and how many people it ...

Protecting your Home Gadgets from Hacking

Imagine your coffee maker switching on by itself, staying on for hours, overheating and becoming a fire hazard. That’s not science fiction. As more and more appliances incorporate Wi-Fi, the opportunities for hackers to play havoc with your home gadgets increase. How do you prevent that from happening? Here are some ...

Painting: A Step-by-Step Guide

Painting is one of the best home improvement projects for beginners to take on, but that doesn't mean that you should begin without learning more about the process. Here is a step-by-step guide to walk you through everything you need to know about painting a room. Step 1: Choose Your Color Before ...