• A Smart Home Lawn Option: Robotic Mowers,Mary Ann Uhrenholdt

    A Smart Home Lawn Option: Robotic Mowers

    Smart mowers have finally moved out of the “novelty” bin and into everyday yards. In Rochester, NY there are 4 or 5 locations to examine and ask questions. Advances like wire-free mapping, better obstacle sensing, and real-time GPS correction mean these bots can handle more lawns, more reliably —

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  • Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Here's the Tradeoff,Mary Ann Uhrenholdt

    Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Here's the Tradeoff

    Mortgage rates are still a hot topic – and for good reason. After the most recent jobs report came out weaker than expected, the bond market reacted almost instantly. And, as a result, in early August mortgage rates dropped to their lowest point so far this year (6.55%). While that may not sound li

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  • Stocks May Be Volatile, But Home Values Aren't,Mary Ann Uhrenholdt

    Stocks May Be Volatile, But Home Values Aren't

    With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual. And if you’ve been watching your 401(k) or investments lately, chances are you’ve felt that pit in your stomach. One day it’s up. The next day, it’s not. And that may make you feel a little worried a

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