What you need to know about mediation and arbitration

Any time two or more parties sign a legally binding contract, the need for conflict resolution may arise, which can be addressed via mediation, arbitration, or litigation. With mediation, a neutral third party, a mediator, attempts to bring the parties together, to find a way forward that everyone can agree to without assigning fault or … Read more


When Should You Get an Appraisal?

Besides satisfying your curiosity, knowing your home’s value can come in handy whether you’re selling, refinancing, or managing your taxes. A home appraisal is an unbiased evaluation to determine your home’s market value. Engaging in a For Sale By Owner I cannot urge you strongly enough to hire a Realtor when buying or selling property … Read more


An Ounce of Prevention – Home Safety Edition Part III

This is part of my series on home safety, this time focusing on kids. Little kids explore and get into stuff. They put things in their mouths. They climb and leap from heights. It’s what they do. It’s how they learn. As adults, we must do everything we can to thwart their natural tendencies if … Read more