Blog | Richard (Rich) Givens

Tips & tricks to winterize your boat this season

It’s starting to get colder, and for many boat owners this means putting away their vessel for the season. When you learn how to winterize a boat, you gear it up to brave the winter weather and possibly forgo many of the damages associated with the season. Sterndrives First, check your owner’s ...

How to Live in Your Home When It’s Also a Construction Zone

When it's time to begin a major home improvement project — such as a complete kitchen renovation or an upstairs addition — you may end up living in a construction zone for the next several weeks or months. Fortunately, there are solutions out there that can help. These tips will help ...

Qualifying for a Mortgage When You Are Self-Employed

Photo by Free-Photos via Pixabay When you’re self-employed, it’s difficult to decide whether you are ready to buy a house. After all, your income might come in spurts instead of having a regular check every week or two. Being prepared for the mortgage process increases the chance that your application will be ...

Vintage Features for the Modern Home

Photo by Alex Qian from Pexels Whether you’re remodeling your home or building one from scratch there are a few vintage features you may want to incorporate. No matter the style of your home—modern, traditional, country chic—these additions can fit seamlessly in your house. Work with your architect to see how you can add ...