March 28, 2018 Education, Homeowner Tips
Whether you want to give your home a new coat of paint or ready to plant a beautiful tree, it is best if you follow the rules to a good grade.
Measure twice cut once. Well, passing the architectural review is a little bit like that too. If you are more thoughtful before you submit your proposal, you can help your chances of passing the architectural review process the first time.
January 15, 2018 MARGO CRUMMACK, CCAM, PCAM CO-FOUNDER, CO-PRINCIPAL, CEO Education, Homeowner Tips, Lifestyle
I grew up taking road trips with my family every Summer. We would all load into our Ford LTD station wagon with the trailer hitched up and then headed off! I’d often ask where we were going and to my delight, my Dad would pull out a map and walk me through where we were going, how long it was going to take to get to each of the locations and what we would do when we were there. Wow, what a plan. I knew it took him weeks to do it.
November 13, 2017 Homeowner Tips, Lifestyle
We know someone who watches all the Godfather movies because when the last scene is done, she knows enough time has passed and the turkey is done! While we don’t have our movies timed to a science, there are some other fun things you can do on Thanksgiving that don’t include cooking.
November 13, 2017 Homeowner Tips
We’ve gathered the best quick tips to winter-proof your home to help protect it from possible repairs in the future.
December and January are Southern California’s rainy season while also averaging high temperatures of 64 and average low temperatures of 47. While our East Coast friends may laugh at these winter temperatures, this doesn’t mean our homes aren’t affected by winter.
November 2, 2017 Education, Homeowner Tips, Lifestyle
Fall calls for boots, sweaters and planning Hallothanksmas, but… it’s also time to garden! Many homeowners shy away from planting anything in the “winter” months for fear of frost or other cold weather effects, but it may provide a bountiful bloom or harvest if timed properly.
October 30, 2017 Education, Homeowner Tips, Safety
Did you know the Empire State Building is struck by lightning an average of 25 times per year? We don’t get as much lightning as the East Coast, but Crummack Huseby cares about your safety throughout the year. Please take a moment to read our lightning tips and facts, and share with your neighbors and co-workers too.
October 29, 2017 Homeowner Tips
While Halloween can be tons of fun (and the treats tasty!), it’s important to keep safety in mind. Here's our H-A-L-L-O-W-E-E-N Safety Tips to help keep your family, as well as others visiting your neighborhood, safe.
September 28, 2017 Homeowner Tips, Lifestyle
Our friends at ADVANCED PAINTING & WOOD REPAIR have been painting beautiful interiors and exteriors for homeowners and developers in Southern California for over 40 years. As our preferred painters and experts in their industry, we asked for their best tips.
July 7, 2017 Homeowner Tips, Lifestyle, Safety
IMPORTANT POOL SAFETY REMINDERS. Even if a child or adult knows how to swim, it is best to follow safety rules to prevent accidents. We gathered some of the best tips and some sound advice from @DecksidePool
June 15, 2017 Homeowner Tips, Lifestyle, Safety
Before you fire up the grill or dip your toe in the community pool, it might be good to double check the HOA rules for safety reasons.
June 1, 2017 Homeowner Tips
It’s officially BBQ season in SoCal with all the outdoor holidays packed into the next 3 months. So how do you make it feel fun and special for Father’s Day? We have some tasty tips and games that are fun and inviting for the whole family.
April 4, 2017 Homeowner Tips
We’re sharing last-minute ideas to make it entertaining and easy.
Kids love the hunt for those pastel colored eggs. Here are some easy ideas for your community or your group of friends to host a wonderful weekend event.
March 29, 2017 Education, Homeowner Tips
If you don’t want to join the board, there are still many ways to play a fun role in your HOA.
March 15, 2017 Homeowner Tips, Lifestyle
Besides St. Patrick’s Day, there are so many ways to honor the color green in Orange County. Whether it’s through food or fun, it’s easy to be green.
March 8, 2017 Homeowner Tips, Lifestyle
You think we would learn by now and have Daylight Savings on a Friday, but nope! It always falls on a Sunday. Here are some tips to keep you from being groggy.
February 22, 2017 Homeowner Tips
It’s a hot market in Orange County with another year of rising home prices, increased sales, and new construction. Even if your neighborhood is a “sellers market,” that home inspection can make or break a deal.
February 15, 2017 Education, Homeowner Tips
Every HOA has a reserve fund for a strategic way to plan for expected and unexpected repairs and maintenance in the future. Here are three reasons why…
February 7, 2017 Homeowner Tips
Subscription boxes are here to stay and we can see why everyone loves them. A monthly or quarterly gift surprising you with your favorite products…yes, please! We’ve grabbed our favorites and are sharing them with you. Remember, it’s the thought that counts, and we think these are awesome.
February 1, 2017 Homeowner Tips, Lifestyle
Avoid the traffic and the crowded pubs while hosting a fun Super Bowl party at your HOA’s community space. Here are some tips to please your crowd.
January 18, 2017 Homeowner Tips
Whether you move in 30 days or in 3 months, here’s a checklist of 5 things you can do before moving day.