Healthy Homes

Get tips from medical expert Dr. Shannon Bales on how to build a healthier life at home

Get your dose of “Healthy Homes” with Dr. Shannon Bales, MD—a specialist in the fields of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism. Through her unique perspective, she will reveal how our homes are intertwined with our health and address which remodeling projects can contribute to better living and increased home values.

Plunk 4/1/22 Plunk 4/1/22

What the heck, let’s add a deck!

There has been an explosion of research on the impact of natural light. When done right, natural light in your home’s design can positively impact your well-being.

Plunk 2/11/22 Plunk 2/11/22

Walkability: impact on health and home valuation

For anyone looking to buy a home, or for Realtors helping their clients make important life-decisions, knowledge regarding a neighborhood’s walkability is a crucial component to consider for both health and economic reasons.

Plunk 1/26/22 Plunk 1/26/22

Want financial wellness and better health? Think small

A few weeks into the new year and many of us are already finding ourselves back reverting to old habits and old ways. What happened to those 2022 resolutions? Dr. Bales gives agents some tips on bettering health and financial wellbeing throughout the year.

Plunk 1/9/22 Plunk 1/9/22

Indoor sunroom ideas to brighten the new year

Do you want more light in your life this winter season? A sunroom might be a perfect solution! And imagine the potential health benefits of adding a sunroom.

Plunk 12/2/21 Plunk 12/2/21

Winter home safety tips

During this holiday season, you need to look at your traditions with a fresh pair of eyes. Here are some winter home safety tips you're better off knowing!

Plunk 11/11/21 Plunk 11/11/21

Hidden germs in the home

Everyone knows germs hang out in trash, toilets, dirty tissues etc. But there are hidden germs in the home that are hiding right under your nose!

Plunk 10/27/21 Plunk 10/27/21

Fear the hidden chemicals in the house

I can’t think of anything more spine-chilling than the thought of hidden chemicals in the house. There are scary things lurking around every corner.

Plunk 9/22/21 Plunk 9/22/21

Tackling environmental allergies, Plunk-style

If you suffer from environmental allergies you'll know that regular cleaning can mitigate symptoms. However, some remodeling can make your home healthier!

Plunk 9/9/21 Plunk 9/9/21

Toddler room-proofing: it doesn’t have to be the terrible twos and threes!

Though the toddler room phase is relatively short in the grand scheme of life, it presents unique challenges to the parent and homeowner.

Plunk 7/30/21 Plunk 7/30/21

Natural light in house design: more essential than you think

There has been an explosion of research on the impact of natural light. When done right, natural light in your home’s design can positively impact your well-being.

Plunk 7/15/21 Plunk 7/15/21

Let's talk about pet safety in your back yard!

A home should be a safe place for you and your fur babies, too. I spoke to Dr. Diana Thome, DVM, on pet safety—especially in the backyard.

Plunk 6/29/21 Plunk 6/29/21

Make your kitchen a healthier place in 3 easy steps

Taking your cooking and your kitchen in a healthier direction shouldn't require exponential effort. Simply cook at home, use veggies, and pack a lunch.

Plunk 6/10/21 Plunk 6/10/21

Home safety remodeling for seniors

Remodeling or upgrading a home, with a focus on safety for seniors not only improves overall safety, but also the value of a home.

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