Jen Ward REALTOR® Blog

Is Your Fridge Working Too Hard? | A Shot and a Chaser for Your AC | We All Scream for Local Ice Cream

The days are getting longer, the lawn needs mowing, and school children are driving their teachers crazy. Are you ready for a break for some summer fun? I am! I love to travel and there's nothing quite like taking a break, going away, and relaxing or experiencing something new.   National Parks Trip

The Secret to Keeping Stone Countertops Beautiful

Speaking of countertops...   Stone countertops are gorgeous—but they’re not “clean-it-with-anything” surfaces. The good news? Keeping them looking brand new is surprisingly simple when you know the basics. Start with the basicsFor everyday cleaning, all you need is warm water, a few drops of mild di

How to Deal with a Water Emergency | Are You Ready for the Changes on Maryland Roads? | Don't Dump This in the Drain | Winterize Your Garden

Has your house ever flooded? We accidentally flooded our laundry room recently and ended up having a not-so-relaxing Sunday dealing with the soggy fallout. When we discovered the flooding, we scrambled to find the wet-dry vac and old towels. Once we had those in hand, we spent the rest of the day re

Are you getting the most out of your outdoors? | Electricity tips that will save you $$$ | The Tax Bill Cometh

Summertime and the livin' is easy. With school out for summer and coworkers on vacation, it's a great time to "touch grass" (the Gen Z way of saying disconnect from the internet and engage with the real world). Swim at a local pool, lake, or beach. Ride a bike. Take a hike. Play some pickleball.  If