Geocaching is an outdoor treasure-hunting game using a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver or other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers called “geocaches.” Dozens of geocaches are hidden throughout Five Rivers MetroParks. To help slow the spread of COVID-19, practice social dist

The Wagtown Trail offers dog lovers easy access to supplies, resting places, and spaces to relax with their pooches while connecting with downtown Dayton. The proposed date of completion is summer 2020 to cut the ribbon on the project and start wagging! The nation’s first Wagtown Dog Trail and Wagto

Selling a luxury home is no simple task, I’m sure you know that. Luxury is a very different market than normal home sales, I mean, if it wasn’t there wouldn’t be a special certification for it. Given the nature of luxury properties, you may also get people with no intention of buying who come to ope

Starting August 6th, The Miami Valley’s favorite fine arts festival is back for a 32nd year with artists from across the country and live artist interviews, demonstrations, kids’ activities and more…all exclusively online! Find out more at https://bit.ly/31nHuY3

Moving is no easy task, and when you add in a global pandemic, it becomes even more of a challenge. If you are planning on moving during the pandemic, follow the tips below to help ensure you have a safe move. If you or anyone in your family is a high risk candidate or has been feeling ill, the best

With Coldwell Banker’s Home Financial Calculators, you can find the answers to many of your real estate related mortgage and finance questions. Check out this Tax Savings Calculator below! HOW MUCH CAN I SAVE IN TAXES? The after-tax interest rate is the interest rate on a loan after you deduct tax e

Gem City has been shining for quite some time. Founded in 1765, Dayton, Ohio has served as a stage for history. From the Wright Brother’s hometown innovations to the historic flood of 1913, this city has many stories to tell. Academic librarian and author, Andrew Walsh has helped to catalogue some o

These days, home improvement ideas are everywhere, from magazines, Pinterest boards, TV shows, and even whole networks dedicated to upgrading and designing a person’s dream home to absolute perfection. When preparing to sell your home it can seem overwhelming to think about these seemingly endless o

The long wait is nearly over! The Dayton Art Institute, closed since March 13 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will reopen to the public on Friday, July 17. The museum will reopen with limited hours of 11 a.m.–5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, noon–5 p.m. on Sundays. More info at www.daytonartinstitute.

Let’s roll! Dayton Bike Share has officially re-launched a software that runs to control the check-out process of the green bikes and the 100 new e-bikes (or electric-assist bikes) that are here. More info at www.LinkDayton.org

By Krystal Rogers-Nelson Originally posted by RIS Media’s Housecall Blog on Apr 21 2017  “Even though a burglary occurs every 20 seconds in the U.S., you can still protect yourself without installing top-dollar security features. Home burglary generally has a pattern; criminals are looking for an ea

Are you thinking of buying but aren’t sure if it is the right move for you? Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make in your lifetime and is no small expense. But, there are major benefits to owning a home that you cannot get while renting. Check out these five reasons w

In times of conflict and uncertainty, there are always many questions. Recently we all found ourselves in a unique situation as we reacted and coped with a pandemic. While this is a special case, crisis can happen at any time. During hard times it is better to prepare rather than panic. Below are a

The term curb appeal is defined as “The attractiveness of a property for sale and its surroundings when viewed from the street.”  Because of that, your home’s curb appeal is an important thing to keep in mind when you are selling your home since the outside of your home is the first thing buyers wil

You’ve probably heard a lot of talk about solar energy. But if you’re considering making a switch, your head might be swimming in questions. Will switching to solar energy allow me to save or spend more on bills? Can solar energy generate enough power for my home? Will I need to drain my savings acc

Our furry friends enjoy lounging outside just as much as we do. With the weather warming up, they will be wanting to spend more time outdoors which means you have some work to do! Check out these tips to pet proof your yard to keep your four-legged friends happy and safe this summer. Fence The most

It seems that more and more people are going green these days. People are drawn to the green-living lifestyle for a variety of reasons including cost, efficiency and, of course, being environmentally conscious. Given the amount of time we all spend in our home, even small changes here and there can

With finite space and what seems to be an ever-growing litany of stuff, it can be a constant challenge to not feel cramped in a small space. Now that we our finding ourselves spending more time at home, you may be wondering – how can I create more space? Declutter and Donate or Sell When you have a

Tips for creating the perfect outdoor living space With temperatures on the rise (and that we are all stuck inside) we’re sure most of you have been dying to get out of the house. Well, we have some good news for you, we’ve done the research and compiled a great list of tips for how to create an ama

As we enter spring, many homeowners will begin spring cleaning and clearing out clutter. Decluttering the home has been a hot topic for the past few years. So hot, in fact, that a number of people have adopted a lifestyle of decluttering – otherwise known as minimalism. You’re probably familiar with