I often talk to people who have lived in their Davis County Home and neighborhood most of their life.  And like all of us their home is a safe haven for them and their loved ones.   But when crime takes hold in a neighborhood and community it is earth shattering!  And unfortunately one Kaysville, UT neighborhood has experienced a few minor incidents recently.  So in an effort to spread awareness I felt it was timely to share a few crime prevention tips.  

Unfortunately crime can strike anywhere and anyone.  So whether you've had a recent incident in your neighborhood or not you can take steps to keep your Davis County Home and family safe by practicing crime prevention.  By following as many of the tips listed here you can help deter criminals from targeting you.  And by being ever watchful and vigilant you can help your neighborhood remain the safe haven it has been in the future.  In many cases this only requires a small investment of time or money and goes a long way to help prevent your chances of becoming a victim  of burglary, assault, or vandalism.  So get started now and take a stand against crime!

Before you buy a home and make what’s likely to be one of the biggest investments of your life, you owe it to yourself to get good information on your new neighborhood. Getting a deal on the home of your dreams can quickly turn sour if the neighborhood doesn’t meet your expectations. Here’s how to research a neighborhood before you buy a home.

No matter how small your space or green your thumb, growing vegetables in containers is an easy introduction to the national grow-your-own trend. When there are fresh veggies right outside your back door, why buy from a store?


Top reasons to grow veggies in containers

• minimal space needed

• hardly any weeds

• no back strain

Exterior Replacement Projects Provide Biggest Return on Investment for Homeowners, Say Realtors®
Homeowners looking for the most return on their investment when it comes to remodeling should consider exterior replacement projects. According to the 2013 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report, Realtors® rated exterior projects among the most valuable home improvement projects.

Make your plans now!  There are several Easter celebrations taking place throughout the Wasatch Front.  Make it a day to remember and celebrate the season with your friends and neighbors at a community event.  Here are just a few events taking place in Davis County: 

Front porches are an extension of your home and making it feel just as inviting as the inside is crucial.  If you are selling your home this is where your second showing will take place, so make it count.  Are you wondering how is this my second showing if this is the first thing guests see when they arrive?  Well, your first how actually took place online.  So now that you have potential buyers at your door make sure their approach is memorable.  Be sure it is colorful, inviting, and comfortable by offering a place to sit.  But don't forget to sweep and wipe down surfaces to make it sparkle.  In the end the extra effort will be worth it.