Crystal Howser has worked with children for over 15 years. She has been described “freakishly enthusiastic” about early childhood development and advocacy. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee and her Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Virginia Commonwealth University and now works as an Infant and Toddler Specialist with the Center for Child and Family Services in Hampton, VA. In this episode, Shay & C sit down with Crystal to discuss how parents can make gains in the most important role of their life… “raise better humans”. From moody pre-teens to toddlers, this is a must listen for all parents!!

To sell or not to sell… that is the question! We’ve all heard it in one way or another - the housing market is crazy with a capital Cray! For people who aren't buying and selling homes every day, jumping into a market like this can feel overwhelming. This week, Shay & C break down what exactly is happening in the market for sellers. The girls will walk you through how to make gains in this type of market climate, and help you fully understand what is in store!

Pop the champagne for our first guest!! Today we welcome our dear friend and fellow business owner, Stacey Huskey. Stacey is co-owner of Merry Maids Peninsula and South Side. We get down and dirty discussing how to keep your home clean and organized. When the world around you is tidy and in place, Stacey believes you and your family will feel at ease. Tips, like cleaning for just five minutes, will help you gain more time enjoying your family and less time deep cleaning away your weekends. From the best types of clothes to use, to cleaning your jewelry, Stacey dishes it all out! You will want a notebook handy for this one!

Too often we see potential sellers revving their engines ready to push their home on to the market, but the house just isn’t quite ready… Putting your house on the market prematurely can result in a lower price tag – and in turn, you will not be making gains in your equity!

This is not a solo podcast… there are actually two of us here! If we sound like we are the same, it is because we basically are the same. If you’re new here, welcome! We are Shay and C, identical twins and REALTORS in the south eastern Virginia. After over a year of talking, wishing and dreaming about producing a podcast, we are finally making it happen. In our everyday lives as busy moms and business owners, we know a few things about how important it is to take care of yourself and your family. As REALTORS, we see homes depreciate in value because homeowners are not willing to maintain and update their home to increase their equity. So, we are here to talk about what we know best, how to gain equity in your home while still investing time to gain fulfillment and joy in your personal life. We are excited to share tips and practices that have helped us in home buying and selling and in our lives. Welcome to the House of Gains!