Home Tips

Inground Pools: Splash or Dash?

Should you buy a home with an inground pool – or walk away from the temptation? Your splash-or-dash decision should be based on a sound understanding of the pros and cons of owning a pool. This article from The Balance offers a good overview of pool ownership realities. In a…Read More

Filed under Home Tips, Homeowners on Jul 10,2018 | Tagged in: backyard pool, Homeowner Pools, inground pools

Selling? Consider a Home Inspection.

Everyone knows that it’s a good idea to have a home inspected before you buy. But, what if you’re a seller? The fact is that it’s maybe smart to have your home inspected before placing it on the market. Doing so, gives you an edge when selling because it will…Read More

Filed under Home Buyers, Home Tips on Jun 06,2018 | Tagged in: Home Inspections

Forego the FSBO

For Sale by Owner (FSBO) is a sign you often see. It’s an indication that the homeowner has made the decision to forego using a real estate professional to sell the home. You might be tempted to do the same if you decide to put your home on the market. …Read More

Filed under Buying a home, Home Buyers, Home Tips, Homeowners on May 23,2018 | Tagged in: contracts, For Sale by Owner, FSBO, real estate contracts

Home Makeovers: The Real Reality!

Renovating a house, or even just a small room, can look like so much fun on HGTV and other reality TV shows. You find the perfect paint color or antique store find and create a new look in just a day. Or, you tear down walls and expand your kitchen…Read More

Filed under Home Tips, Homeowners on May 09,2018 | Tagged in: decorating, HGTV, home decorating, home renovations

A Fix for Kitchen Clutter

Pots, pans, plates, power appliances, pepper, paprika and pretty much everything you use every day in the kitchen, can create a perfect storm of mess and clutter. That’s why one of the hottest trends in kitchen design is innovative ideas for managing the mess. Some of the most popular ideas…Read More

Filed under Home Tips, Homeowners, Renovations on Mar 21,2018 | Tagged in: kitchen design, kitchen trends

Best Bathrooms for 2018

Bathrooms are benefiting from design upgrades in 2018 with new ideas in storage, finishes, details and functional amenities. Houzz has compiled the 20 most notable photos of bathroom beauty, presenting the best in designs that work for families, kids, sophisticated adults, and those who love something quirky or totally custom. …Read More

Filed under Home Tips, Renovations on Feb 01,2018 | Tagged in: bathroom design, bathrooms, remodeling

New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home

Will 2018 be the year you focus on creating a more beautiful, livable home? Make a resolution to get it done. If you’re considering selling your house this year, now’s also the right time to think about getting it dressed to impress! A good place to start is with these…Read More

Filed under Home Tips, Homeowners, Renovations, Staging on Jan 03,2018 | Tagged in: creative selling, home decorating, home design, home selling tips, home staging, selling a home, staging

Curb Appeal on a Budget

Source: Domestically Speaking Enhancing your home’s curb appeal doesn’t require a huge investment. In fact, you can dress to impress for $200 or less! This article from Movoto.com shows you how to make a door pop, cover up a drab slab foundation, spruce up the mailbox, camouflage utilities, add window…Read More

Filed under Gardening, Home Tips on Nov 02,2017 | Tagged in: curb appeal, easy gardening, fall gardening, gardening

When Not to DIY

With today’s easy access to virtually everything through the internet, it might seem that buying a home is something you could do on your own. After all, thousands of listings are at your fingertips, along with expert advice on everything from home inspections to community safety ratings. The question is:…Read More

Filed under Home Buyers, Home Tips, Renovations on Sep 21,2017 | Tagged in: 2017 homebuyers, buying a home, diy, home buying, home buying advice, home diy

Working from Home

If your idea of a productive work day begins with arriving at your desk in your PJs, this blog is for you. For some people, working at home means independence, space to concentrate, greater efficiency and a life/work balance that’s completely under your control. The way you create your home…Read More

Filed under Home Tips, Homeowners on Aug 15,2017 | Tagged in: HGTV, home office design, home office tips, homeoffices

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