While we have a sweet spot for vintage finds, homes filled with memories and stories passed down from generation to generation, and all things historical, there’s something so refreshing about a brand-new start. That’s why we get so excited about the new year, buying a new dress for that special event, and trading in an old car for a new one. New construction homes are similar in that they provide

Let’s be honest. Dessert is an essential part of a meal. In fact, it can become the sole purpose of an outing if you allow it to! With so many wonderful dessert destinations in town, it’s only right that we compile a list of some of the best. That way, you can treat yourself to a donut, cupcake, ice cream cone, frozen yogurt cup, or a pastry when the next sugar craving strikes! DONUTS Holey To

It seems like just yesterday that we were celebrating the end of the school year, putting the backpacks in storage, and deleting the 6:30 a.m. alarm off our phones. But alas, the start of the school year is just around the corner and we must savor these last few days of summer and all its glory. If you’re stumped on ways to help your kids enjoy the last few moments of summertime freedom, consult o

Note: This post has been updated as of May 2017 to reflect recent market additions and date changes. As a locally owned company, we are major advocates for shopping at and supporting small, local businesses. One of the best venues for said behavior is at the local farmers’ market, where farmers, makers, and small business owners come together to share their wonderful produce and products with th

We’ve looked at some local mansions and several breathtaking kitchens. So now that the weather is warming up and it’s officially springtime, let’s take this party outside. We’re going to examine some outstanding outdoor patios in Toledo area homes, ranging in style, size and location. But they all have one thing in common — the ability to make us envious. Let us know which of these homes hosts yo

A few weeks ago, we examined some impressive homes in the Toledo area for their overall grandiose qualities. That got us thinking. It would be worthwhile to zero in on a particular room or feature and find homes in the area that have mastered those spaces. And what better place to start than the kitchen? So much activity, conversation and family memories take place within the kitchen. It is also

The communities that make up the Toledo area have differing personalities, layouts, character qualities, sizes, and even zip codes. So if you say you live in Toledo, that could mean a wide number of things, as far as your neighborhood’s makeup is concerned. So instead of always clumping said communities together and making blanket statements about the Toledo area, we thought we would dig a bit dee