The Telescope

Summer is a time for recharge, relaxation and excitement. With these quick tips, you’re sure to get the most out of your Starlight Home this season.

The stress of buying is over — you’ve signed the contracts and are all moved in. It’s understandable to be scared, excited and nervous. Luckily, Starlight Homes is here to guide you through these first few weeks as you settle into your new title of Homeowner.

To buy new or to buy used? That is the question. Whether to buy a pre-owned home or a new construction is a big decision, but owning a house that’s never been lived in before has a lot of advantages you might not know about. If you’re on the fence about buying a new home versus buying an existing one, here are a few things you should consider.

Imagine waking up, rolling out of bed and heading straight to a gym where all the machines are empty, clean and just for you. It may sound like a fantasy, but it could be your reality when you create your very own home gym. And building one is easier than you think.

The flowers are blooming, the bees are buzzing, and the birds are chirping every chance they get. Now that the winter chill has finally thawed, that can only mean one thing for homeowners: spring cleaning. An annual deep clean can help you hit the reset button in your home and remove any excess dirt and clutter that may have built up over the past year.

Ah, the joys of moving. You’re pumped up about your new home, but first you have to get your stuff from A to B and set up a few things like power and internet. You might be a little busier than usual while you make it all happen, but it’ll totally be worth it when you’re loving your new appliances, open floor plan, big backyard and all the perks that come with living in a new Starlight home.

Forget figuring out what you should do (for now). Sometimes it’s easier to learn what not to do. That’s even more true when it comes to the largest purchase of your life. From down payments to confusing terms — and some helpful nudges in the right direction — we’ll give you a few pointers from people like us who have been there, done that.