Tamra Lee Ulmer's Blog

Most gardeners face plant-munching pests in their vegetable garden from time to time, and usually, they are not the big of a deal. However, sometimes pest numbers rise to an unacceptable level and the little buggers cause more than mere aesthetic damage. As gardeners become more and more aware of...

A home inspection prior to purchasing a home can bring peace of mind when you sign the sales contract. Knowing what to expect both inside and out will help you make an informed decision about the value of the home and the future upkeep. A home inspection accomplishes two important goals: first, i...

Getting from breakfast to lunch, lunch to dinner without noshing on something is hard. Everyone get it, these easy snack ideas are super easy to prepare and will get you through the day without running to the candy jar. Don’t have time to make one of these recipes? Well you might want to reconsid...

Every day people hear chatter from everyone talking a big game when it comes to living tiny. One of the biggest concerns is deciding what to do about all the stuff and where will it go? Just because you are living a box it doesn’t mean that you have to think inside one. You sought creative yet pr...

Working on your pajama, avoid commute, answer emails from a hammock while sipping your coffee – you’ve heard the common benefits of working remotely and yes they are true. But there are some things that might surprise you about what it’s like when you do not have to go into the office every singl...

How often do you open up your laptop on weekends – not to watch a movie or show but to toil on an office assignment? Is it part of your routine to work on Saturday or Sunday to get ahead on that Monday afternoon deadline? Do you ever put off typical weekend errands like grocery shopping or pickin...

What is mortgage? A mortgage is a loan bank or mortgage lender that helps you finance the purchase of a house. It is most advantageous to borrow approximately 80% of the value of the house or less. The house you buy acts as collateral in exchange for the money you are borrowing to finance the mor...

Classic American appetizers like spicy wings and devil eggs are perfect for everything from game day to graduation parties. Whether you are looking for something with a twist on your favourites or want a traditional recipe, this blog is right for you. From perfect crab cakes to baked Buffalo wing...

You are renovating because you want your house to look more beautiful and feel more comfortable. Consider your home renovation plan as a business plan or as your special project that you are starting from scratch. If you hire an architecture they will plan for you, but if you want to save money t...

Anxiety is a common yet often overlooked problem. Millions of Americans deal with the symptoms of anxiety every single day, yet only 9 percent have an actual anxiety disorder diagnosis. Anxiety takes a toll on every aspect of an affected person’s life, including work. Fifty-six percent of surveye...