Hi, readers – welcome to another edition of At Home With Tom and Sandy. We are here to give you the inside scoop on real estate and the construction industry, what’s up, what’s down, what’s hot and what’s not. We’ll share real estate stats, home prices, building permit numbers, construction pointers … [Read more...] about Considering Growth, Real Estate and Construction
Tom Reilly
It Pays to Take Care of Your Plumbing
Welcome to “At Home With Tom & Sandy.” We are here to give you the inside scoop and tips on taking care of your plumbing. Settle in, enjoy and take these precautions to ensure you do not have plumbing issues in your home. Unexpected situations can occur, so an astute, shrewd look around your … [Read more...] about It Pays to Take Care of Your Plumbing
What to Consider Before Remodeling
Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” As I always like to say, “Sit back, relax and enjoy.” Tom and I certainly hope you enjoy our column this month. Sandy: Hey, Tom, what splendiferous topic for our readers is swilling around your head? Tom: Well, I have been thinking about that. As you … [Read more...] about What to Consider Before Remodeling
Resolving to Be RAKtivists
Welcome to “At Home With Tom & Sandy.” Happy New Year! And remember, it is never too late. Every day, people pass up opportunities to make a difference in our community. We can all do “something” and it doesn’t have to cost anything. So, start a daily habit of doing “something.” If you have the … [Read more...] about Resolving to Be RAKtivists
Creating a Livable, Relaxing Outdoor Space
Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” As I like to say, “sit back, relax and enjoy.” Starting four months ago, Tom and I began to introduce you to our community/industry partners so you could get to know them better, and what fun that has been. You have met Steve Simpson of Blue Line Designs, Jim … [Read more...] about Creating a Livable, Relaxing Outdoor Space
Getting to Know Tom Liuzzo with Granite Basin Engineering
Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” Sit back, relax and enjoy. As you know, Tom and I have been sharing our column on a monthly basis with the community for several years now and what fun it has been. Starting three months ago and continuing forward for a few more publications, Tom and I have … [Read more...] about Getting to Know Tom Liuzzo with Granite Basin Engineering
Finding that Special Place for Peace and Contemplation
Welcome to “At Home with Tom and Sandy.” Here we are, Tom, in a new year. As they say, how time flies. Speaking of time flying, fleeting and anything but coasting – we have been sharing our monthly column with the Quad Cities Business News readers for three years this March. Super cool, … [Read more...] about Finding that Special Place for Peace and Contemplation
Making Resolutions, Spreading Kindness
Welcome to “At Home with Tom and Sandy.” Happy New Year! It is never too late. Every day, people pass up opportunities to make a difference in our community. We can all do something and it doesn’t have to cost anything. So, start a daily habit of doing something. If you have the power to make … [Read more...] about Making Resolutions, Spreading Kindness
Protecting Homes, Businesses from Wildfire
Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” Sit back, relax and enjoy. Here we are, Tom, halfway through the year. Whooshing, zooming and rocketing through life. Tom: Hello Sandy, my zipping, zooming and zapping gal. It is a joy to be with you again this month and to share our column with the … [Read more...] about Protecting Homes, Businesses from Wildfire
Finding Reputable Companies When You Cannot Shop Local
Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” Sit back, relax and enjoy. Here we are, Tom, with the year just whooshing and whizzing as fast as can be. Tom: I think I would add zooming to the industry life we are in. Sandy: Agreed. But fun it is! Tom: Sandy, what is your topic for our readers this … [Read more...] about Finding Reputable Companies When You Cannot Shop Local