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Bungalow Love

Bungalows are a 1930s home design that faded in the shadow of the McMansions trend. Happily, bungalows are back – and for good reason. There’s something about a bungalow that just feels like home. Most are big on charm, with craftsman detailing, porches, fireplaces and cozy nooks. Traditional bungalow designs…Read More

Filed under Homeowners on Mar 06,2019 | Tagged in: bungalows

Saving on Energy Costs This winter

Winter energy woes come in many forms. Windows can leak, heating systems can work overtime, lighting usage rises, and you may need an indoor humidifier to counter the effects of dry air on hair and skin. It all results in higher costs. But there are ways to save on both…Read More

Filed under Home Tips, Homeowners on Jan 02,2019 | Tagged in: energy savings tips, financial savings, heating, high heat costs, indoor humidifier, savings

Tips for Tiny Spaces

Maybe you’re not quite ready to move to a more spacious home. Or, you’re a minimalist and living in a tiny space just suits you right now. Either way, we thought you might enjoy this blog about living in ultra-small spaces. It’s full of photos and comments that illustrate that…Read More

Filed under Home Tips, Homeowners on Dec 12,2018 | Tagged in: home organizing, small spaces, spacious homes

Check Your Chimney!

It’s fireplace and wood stove weather – and that means now is the time to check your chimney to be sure it’s fire safe. At the minimum, it’s important to have your chimney inspected and cleaned. HouseLogic notes that this is a safety issue, as well as a good way…Read More

Filed under Home Tips, Homeowners on Dec 05,2018 | Tagged in: chimney, fireplace, house inspections, wood stoves

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

What If Your Home Doesn’t Sell?

Putting a home on the market doesn’t guarantee a sale. If your home didn’t sell the first time you tried, you may be wondering what you could do differently the second time around. According to this article from Realty Times, one of the most common roadblocks to a sale is…Read More

Filed under Home Buyers, Homeowners on Jun 13,2018 | Tagged in: home selling advice, selling a home

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

Is an HOA Right for You?

If you love decorating your home’s exterior to the max for every holiday, living in a community with a homeowner’s association (HOA) might not be the best move for you. On the other hand, if you’re continually annoyed by the holiday magic that glitters and glows on the home next…Read More

Filed under Homeowners on Apr 03,2018 | Tagged in: hoa, homeowner’s association

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

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