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What to Know About NEM 3.0 Billing in California

What to Know About NEM 3.0 Billing in California

Effective April 15, 2023, a new net energy metering plan has taken effect. If you sign up for solar energy now, you will no longer qualify for one-to-one solar credits from the power company. For example, under NEM 2.0, homeowners received credit…

How to Choose the Right Plan: High Deductibles or Low Deductibles?

How to Choose the Right Plan: High Deductibles or Low Deductibles?

Each health insurance plan comes with different options for coverage. You can pay high monthly premiums for better insurance coverage during an emergency or illness. Or you can pay low monthly premiums for high deductible plans that will not offer as much…

5 Tips for Keeping Bugs Out of the Home During the Summer

5 Tips for Keeping Bugs Out of the Home During the Summer

You may notice that bugs come out to play in the summer more than at other times of the year. Most bugs are cold-blooded and seek hotter temperatures to keep them comfortable and thriving. Bugs multiply during the summer months and often…

Eliminate Allergens in the Home with Professional Carpet Cleaning

Eliminate Allergens in the Home with Professional Carpet Cleaning

Summer is the prime time for allergies to act up. You even avoid the outdoors on days when allergens in the air are high. But what if you experience itchy eyes and sneezing indoors? How can you ever get a break from…

A Smarter Way to Clean the Kitchen

A Smarter Way to Clean the Kitchen

There’s a reason why many people refer to the kitchen as the “heart of the home.” Not only does your family enjoy meals and snacks in the kitchen, but it’s often an area where loved ones gather to chat, work on homework,…

BREAKING NEWS:  Housing Up, Inflation Down

BREAKING NEWS: Housing Up, Inflation Down

On the mortgage front this week, inflation numbers came out this morning. CPI is still trending lower, which is a good sign. You can see in the chart below: our high was 9.1%, now we are down to 5% on the headline…

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How to Solve a Fruit Fly Problem
How to Solve a Fruit Fly Problem

Summer comes around, and the back door is constantly open with kids going in and out. While it may be nice outside, flies prefer to make it inside to your kitchen. The last thing you want is fruit flies zooming around as…

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Solar Energy Mistake #1: Leasing Solar Panels
Solar Energy Mistake #1: Leasing Solar Panels

When you are ready to install a solar power system for your home, is it better to lease or buy the solar panels and equipment? The installation comes at a high cost, which is why leasing might seem like the right move….

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5 Best Carpet Care Tips for the Summer Months
5 Best Carpet Care Tips for the Summer Months

Do you find that the carpets start looking dirtier in the summer months? It’s normal for carpets to collect dirt and grime during this time of year since you have more foot traffic: the kids are out of school, you are hosting…

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Damaged Solar Panels: The Next Steps
Damaged Solar Panels: The Next Steps

Solar panels are thoroughly tested through the toughest of elements, but damage can still occur. What are the most common causes of solar panel damage, and what can you do about it? You may wonder how you would know if your solar…

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Life Changes that Allow for a Special Enrollment Period for Health Insurance
Life Changes that Allow for a Special Enrollment Period for Health Insurance

Open enrollment for health insurance is a period of time where you can choose your health insurance plan for the upcoming year. Once you select the plan, you are locked into those benefits until the next open enrollment period. This is true…

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Homeowner Guide: What to Do When Finding Pests in the Home
Homeowner Guide: What to Do When Finding Pests in the Home

If you find a pest infestation (either insects or rodents) in your home, then you’re likely feeling panic and stress about these critters taking over. Not only could your living space be contaminated, but pests can reproduce quickly and cause serious damage…

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Does DIY Carpet Cleaning Really Work?
Does DIY Carpet Cleaning Really Work?

Whether you have pets and children running around, or the carpets are looking dirty from light wear and tear, many particles can get trapped in the carpet fibers. Carpet cleaning services are essential to pull out the dirt and get rid of…

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5 Things That Can Keep Hackers Out of Your Email
5 Things That Can Keep Hackers Out of Your Email

Your email contains nearly your whole life (or business). Just imagine if someone hacked into it! Email is often the key to not only personal information, but to various online accounts. And for business email addresses, the risk multiplies. You likely have…

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