Have an extra bedroom in the home or maybe a corner that could use a little love? Why not create a home office space to pay the bills, keep a schedule, journal or even have an area where kids can do their homework. After Superstorm Sandy destroyed our home in October...
When selling a home, chances are you don’t have a lot of money to spend on staging solutions. Many homeowners, who plan on selling are actually selling because they need money. Home staging doesn’t have to be expensive, in fact just by rolling up your...
I recently polled a number of real estate agents on ActiveRain (a real estate blog site) to ask them about home staging, specifically what their clients were having trouble with when it came time to prepare their home for sale. You can check out all the answers here,...
Whether you’re an avid fan of home improvement shows or not, you likely have an inkling that fresh updates and renovations can entice homebuyers. But how much will a certain remodel run you? And perhaps more importantly, will it really help you come resale time? The...
Virtual staging has been remaking empty rooms into furnished, staged ones for nearly a decade. The technology can help clients visualize what otherwise would be a blank canvas and help better understand furniture placement and making the overall home more inviting....
In our fast paced, busy lifestyles, it’s important to take a step back and begin to simplify your home and lifestyle. National Simplicity Day is observed on July 12th in honor of Henry David Thoreau an author, naturalist and philosopher among other things an...
Moving is a pretty stressful process for most, so you will likely need to find a peaceful way to handle this. One of the more important things you need to keep in mind is that this is something being done all the time, all over the world so it is hardly a real problem...
Are you ready to show off your stars and stripes this 4th of July? Our house is infamous for it’s birthday parties for America. July 4, 1776, is a day that represents the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States of America as an independent...
Fresh summer flowers are a great way to make an impact in your home decor. They come in a variety of colors and shapes, and are an easy way to add color and warmth to any space. This summer, why not mix things up by trying some creative flower and color pairings? To...
With Father’s Day coming up this weekend, what will you be doing with Dad? Did you know most fathers would rather spend the day at home. According to a survey of 775 dads by Zagat, when the restaurant review guide asked where dads wanted to go for their...
