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 Should We Renovate Our Home Or Tear It Down and Rebuild ? We often get asked "how do we decide if a renovation or a rebuild is the best decision for us?" Well, first of all, let's examine the difference. With a rebuild, your chosen contractor will demolish the entire living area and rebuild it up from the foundation. A renovation, sometimes called remodeling, is more focused on a specific area of your home, like your kitchen or basement. Secondly, for the purposes of this article, we are under the assumption that you love your location and absolutely insist on staying where you are. So, with that in mind, how does one decide which path to take? The two main factors will be the age of your home and your budget. Typically, if your home is approaching 70 years old - i.e. built before 1950, and your budget can absorb it, our recommendation would be to rebuild. This gives you a fresh slate going forward. For example, you would know that your rebuilt home must adhere to all cu

 The holiday season is officially upon us, and while this can be an exciting and magica l time of year, it can also be a stressful time, especially for parents who have recently gone through a divorce. Most parents struggle the first few holiday seasons after a divorce or separation occurs as they get used to new schedules and holiday traditions. It can also be very difficult to spend the holidays away from your children. This is especially true around Christmas time. However, it is important to remember who the holidays are really about: your kids. An article from the Huffington Post recently provided some good tips on how to put the children first and manage parenting time during the holidays and holiday season. A link to this article is posted at the end of this article for you to read. First, the article said to make sure that the children remain the No. 1 priority. It can be easy to get caught up in your own emotions, wants and needs, but putting the children first means allowing

 Over the years I have had the privilege of working with many Veterans and they have taught me so much about the sacrifices they made for our freedom. I used to be in awe of the courage that our military displayed in very traumatic situations that I frankly would not have attempted. Brel however, I have come to realize that one of the most significant impacts on their lives was the need to adjust several times in order to fulfill their roles. We have likely all heard or seen military recruitment materials that offer an opportunity for those who are interested to see the world while serving. That sounds very enticing but definitely doesn't outline the price that will be paid by those who accept the challenge. Following are some of the specific adjustments that our Veterans have been faced with: Culture - Joining the military not only subjects individuals to the hierarchical structure of command but also affects everyday activities. The organization determines when one will get up i