Do you look around your living space at the end of the busy work week and think, “What happened?” Piles of mail, dirty laundry and dishes are lurking around every corner. Between work and family, it can be hard to carve out the time to clear clutter. Below are three...
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Announcement! Reforesting Pledge
Happy Earth Day 2024! We think Earth Day is a perfect time to share this commitment with you. The Brockette Homes team, part of Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS, is pledging to donate to reforesting our communities based on the number of transactions we close by the end of the...
4 Ways to Turn Your Bedroom into a Good-Night’s-Sleep Enabler
Just because bedrooms are not usually the first thing people see when walking into a home, it doesnt mean theyre not worthy of some love. There is no better investment than one which gives you peace of mind, and a well-equipped bedroom can give you even more than...
Houseplants for a Healthier Home
Studies show that plants canIncrease o2Most plants release oxygen throughout the day, but some varieties, like orchids and Gerbera daisies, release oxygen at night, too.They might help you sleep better.Improve air qualityPlants help remove toxins that can cause...
The Many Benefits of a Good Hobby
Published with permission from RISMedia.
4 Essential Home Features for Fitness Enthusiasts
Theres no denying that staying in shape can be a challenge these days. The good news, however, is that with the right home features, its easy to keep up with your workout regimen without having to go to the gym. For fitness enthusiasts who want a living space that...
4 Home Wellness Features From Around the World
Although it might be a relatively new trend in luxury real estate, many of the wellness features found in todays homes are inspired by ancient rituals from all parts of the world. After all, it should come as no surprise that humans have been embracing health and...
How to Live an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle in the City
Published with permission from RISMedia.
4 Types of Organic Home Products for a Healthier Living Space
Everyone wants their home to promote a healthy lifestyle, and one of the best ways to achieve this is to ensure that its free of any harsh chemicals and toxins. After all, we spend the majority of our time in our living space, so its crucial that the products and dcor...
The 5 Basics of Eco-Friendly Passive Home Design
By following a few simple principles, passive homes can decrease energy consumption by up to 90%.OrientationBy carefully planning the direction of the house and where the windows are located, passive homes capture heat in the winter, but receive shade in the...
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Small Ways You Can Declutter Every Day
Do you look around your living space at the end of the busy work week and think, “What happened?” Piles of mail, dirty laundry and dishes are lurking around every corner. Between work and family, it can be hard to carve out the time to clear clutter. Below are three...

Announcement! Reforesting Pledge
Happy Earth Day 2024! We think Earth Day is a perfect time to share this commitment with you. The Brockette Homes team, part of Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS, is pledging to donate to reforesting our communities based on the number of transactions we close by the end of the...
4 Ways to Turn Your Bedroom into a Good-Night’s-Sleep Enabler
Just because bedrooms are not usually the first thing people see when walking into a home, it doesnt mean theyre not worthy of some love. There is no better investment than one which gives you peace of mind, and a well-equipped bedroom can give you even more than...
Houseplants for a Healthier Home
Studies show that plants canIncrease o2Most plants release oxygen throughout the day, but some varieties, like orchids and Gerbera daisies, release oxygen at night, too.They might help you sleep better.Improve air qualityPlants help remove toxins that can cause...
The Many Benefits of a Good Hobby
Published with permission from RISMedia.
4 Essential Home Features for Fitness Enthusiasts
Theres no denying that staying in shape can be a challenge these days. The good news, however, is that with the right home features, its easy to keep up with your workout regimen without having to go to the gym. For fitness enthusiasts who want a living space that...
4 Home Wellness Features From Around the World
Although it might be a relatively new trend in luxury real estate, many of the wellness features found in todays homes are inspired by ancient rituals from all parts of the world. After all, it should come as no surprise that humans have been embracing health and...
How to Live an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle in the City
Published with permission from RISMedia.
4 Types of Organic Home Products for a Healthier Living Space
Everyone wants their home to promote a healthy lifestyle, and one of the best ways to achieve this is to ensure that its free of any harsh chemicals and toxins. After all, we spend the majority of our time in our living space, so its crucial that the products and dcor...
The 5 Basics of Eco-Friendly Passive Home Design
By following a few simple principles, passive homes can decrease energy consumption by up to 90%.OrientationBy carefully planning the direction of the house and where the windows are located, passive homes capture heat in the winter, but receive shade in the...