Home Ideas and Tips

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Adapting to Change So You Don’t Miss the Future . . .

Adapting to Change So You Don’t Miss the Future . . . Without doubt we are all living in a historic and difficult time.  Rest assured that our first priority is the safety and health of all our clients, both buyers and sellers.  And in order to protect everyone, all of us in the real … Continue reading Adapting to Change So You Don’t Miss the Future . . .

Eco-friendly Kitchen Features That Won’t Break the Bank

Eco-friendly Kitchen Features That Won’t Break the Bank Eco-friendly features are all the rage today as homeowners commit to living greener lives. But for those looking to reduce their carbon footprint, where do you begin? For many, the answer is the kitchen. The central hub of the home, the kitchen offers a perfect foundation for … Continue reading Eco-friendly Kitchen Features That Won’t Break the Bank

Wet Rooms – Why they may be the Perfect Solution . . .

The Inside Scoop on Wet Rooms It’s official: Wet rooms are a rising trend in luxury bathroom design. For years, they’ve been used as a solution when space was limited, but this style is increasingly being seen in high-end homes for many reasons. Before we dive into them, however, you might be asking yourself, “What … Continue reading Wet Rooms – Why they may be the Perfect Solution . . .

What to Do If Your Yard Floods When It Rains

  If rainwater collects in your yard, you can wind up with large pools that can damage the landscaping and flood your basement. If your yard has repeatedly flooded after rainstorms, you have a serious drainage problem that needs to be addressed to avoid costly damage. How to Control Localized Flooding Sometimes a yard floods … Continue reading What to Do If Your Yard Floods When It Rains

Tear Down or ReModel?

It’s Either a Tear down or A Remodel Older homes that served our grandparents and parents well may appear poorly planned for today’s families. They tend to be smaller with narrow lots, closed-off kitchens, and fewer bathrooms and bedrooms. On the other hand, older homes tend to offer character and quality craftsmanship that is unmatched … Continue reading Tear Down or ReModel?

Mom, Me and Junior: Insuring a Multi-generational Household

  American households today are poles apart from those in recent years, as living arrangements continue shifting to accommodate adult children, aging parents, and the generation between them. This change, according to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), can impact your insurance needs. “Longer life spans, decisions to marry later and the tight job … Continue reading Mom, Me and Junior: Insuring a Multi-generational Household

What You Should Know Before Co-Signing a Home Loan

  Many home buyers need help from friends and family to qualify for a home loan through co-signing. Of home purchase loans in the U.S. during the second quarter of 2017, 22.8 percent included a co-signer, up from 21.3 percent in the second quarter of 2016—according to a study by Attom Data Solutions, a property … Continue reading What You Should Know Before Co-Signing a Home Loan

Five Tips to Beautify the Bath

Updating a tired-looking bathroom is a great way to increase a home’s resale. The fixes don’t need to be costly or labor intensive: Beautify: Add decorative glass, stone tile or accents to make a bathroom stand out. Extra-wide wall tiles are popular and wood cabinets can be embellished with carved wooden inlays. Lighting: Add more … Continue reading Five Tips to Beautify the Bath

The Four D’s

Keeping your home in show-ready condition can be challenging, especially if you have a houseful of kids and pets. What to do? Follow the Four D’s. Declutter: Most listing agents would agree that clutter confuses buyers. They can’t see the home’s “bones” for all the furniture, toys, and other things. You have to pack up … Continue reading The Four D’s

Best Outdoor Projects for Selling Your Home

As you look at your outdoor living spaces with an eye for upgrades, where will your time and money be best spent? Fresh landscaping? Sprinklers? A new fence? A firepit? Fortunately, 2018 Remodeling Report: Outdoor Features, co-produced by the National Association of REALTORS® and National Association of Landscape Professionals, offers some ideas. First, there are … Continue reading Best Outdoor Projects for Selling Your Home

Before You Paint Your Brick Exterior

The Brick Industry Association touts brick for its strength, energy efficiency and low maintenance, but sometimes brick can just be dated or downright ugly. A fresh new color on your home’s exterior brick can go a long way toward updating your home. Whether you choose to do the work yourself or hire a professional, the … Continue reading Before You Paint Your Brick Exterior

Should you Buy a Home with a Swimming Pool?

It’s the heat of the summer, and you want a home with a swimming pool but before you go off the deep end, make sure the benefits outweigh the drawbacks. Swimming pools are a strong part of the outdoor living trend. They’re fun for all ages, they promote fitness, and they give you a great … Continue reading Should you Buy a Home with a Swimming Pool?
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