Author Archives: Yost Realty Group

Home Warranty vs. Homeowner’s Insurance

First time homebuyers and even seasoned investors can become confused by concepts and terms Realtors use everyday. For example, many clients assume a home warranty and homeowners insurance coverages are one and the same, or very similar.

Clean Sweep – Chimney Tips!

Curling up by the fireplace is part of any picturesque winter scene, but only if your chimney and fireplace are in tiptop shape. To keep the cozy fires going safely…

Replace an Appliance or Repair?

Homeowners depend on their kitchen appliances to run smoothly every day. But when the washing machine begins to overflow and the fridge won’t keep things cold, it might be tempting…

Remodeling for Universal Appeal

As more homeowners choose to live in their homes longer as they age, many of them are improving their space with universal design features to help them live more comfortably.…

Casa Grande Real Estate Market Update – November 2012

What a refreshing outlook! In Arizona we’ve been experiencing a greatly improved housing market and it’s wonderful to hear this outlook for the entire nation! Lawrence Yun, chief economist of…

Home Safety Checklist

Keep your family safe with these step-by-step tips to improve home safety.

10 Money Saving Household Tips

Lower your thermostat in the winter. For each degree that you drop, you can cut your heating bill by up to 3 percent. Stop that dripping faucet. Sixty drops a…

August Casa Grande Real Estate Market Update

The market is showing even more improvement in the average price per square foot – a large increase of nearly 40% from July 2011 to July 2012 in closed sales!…

Taking Advantage of Your New Electric Meter

Why logging onto APS.com can help you save money on your electric bill.

Tips on Lowering your Electric Bill

Shade Screens: Fiberglass or metal shade screens are often cost effective and are capable of reducing solar heat gain up to 80% compared to unshaded clear glass! Change Your Thermostat…