Social media can get a bad rap, but when it comes to buying a home, it can be useful in some unexpected ways. If you’re in the market, consider how sites like Nextdoor, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter can help you make the best decision. GET TO...
You have your dream house and it even has a nice backyard, yet you aren’t quite sure how to make your backyard stand out. You’ve thrown around a couple of ideas but none of them have really stuck. This is normal and it takes some...
Whether spring-cleaning is an ongoing ritual for you or a once-in-a-blue-moon struggle, the spring months are an ideal time for a home scrub down. From the standard deep clean to the budget review, make sure these seven tasks are on your spring-cleaning checklist for a...
Most homeowners have a desire to decorate in a manner that suits personal tastes while also being visually appealing. All those home magazines make it look so easy, but can also come with steep prices. When you are limited to a budget that’s somewhat smaller,...
Here's a list of simple projects you can tackle to improve the look (and value) of your home. PROJECTS UNDER $100 1. Rearrange Furniture. Pull furniture away from the walls and position it at new, more inviting angles. You’ll change the look and dimension of your room. 2....
You're finally in escrow, packing up your stuff to move it into the home of your dreams, and the excitement is palpable. But before you step foot in your new house, there are a few important things you should take care of. 1. Change your address You'll...
Redeveloping a kitchen can be very expensive, and you might not get back all the money invested in selling. Instead of redoing everything, you can make small changes to get your kitchen up to date. Opt for a new painting rather than new closets and...
Looking to boost the value of your home without spending hundreds of thousands of dollars? You can! Making changes in certain rooms, like the kitchen and bathroom, is more beneficial than in others. These simple DIY projects will help increase your home's value the most. Modernize...
Yes! Just like curb appeal matters, the colors of your home can and will influence buyers. With that in mind, we explore which colors tend to appeal to the masses. The color scheme of your home, from the outside in, sets the tone. It's like going...
Selling your home in the summertime can be a great opportunity to attract buyers. Having your home "summer-ready" can increase the chances of it selling faster. Searching for homes often increases just as schools let out and families have some extra time to begin the hunt...