Holiday home repairs are very important to think about as you get your home ready for holiday gatherings. Here are just a few simple repairs that should be made before hosting your holiday event: Spruce up the bathroom: Use hydrogen peroxide to clean dirty grout. Just spray on the hydrogen
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5 Reasons To Replace Your Home’s Insulation
High utility bills: A rise in your utility bill can mean that the insulation in your home has worn down and is doing a poor job of keeping your home warm or cool, depending on the season. Replacing the insulation can regulate the temperature in your home and save you
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There are many potential fire hazards in the home that may be overlooked even though they pose a real danger. Here are just a few things that should be avoided: Dirty range hood: Grease builds up in a range hood if it is not cleaned periodically which can lead to
Continue readingCurb Appeal: Quick Fixes For A Quick Sale
Curb appeal is the first impression that a potential buyer has of a home. Here are some ideas for quick curb appeal fixes in order to get your home ready to sell! Clean: Use a power washer to clean the exterior of the home as well as the walkways and
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These design trends currently have a strong presence in homes; what do you think of them? Do you have any of these design elements in your home? Wider, reclaimed wood floors, often 5 to 6 inches wide, are becoming more popular as are porcelain floors. Porcelain floors come in a wide
Continue readingAre You Ready To Downsize?
To downsize can be a big decision. There is a lot to consider, such as cost, future plans, family, etc. We have a few tips to help you make an informed decision. Do you have enough equity in your current home to make a good profit? If you have stayed in your
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When a home is on the market, there are a few home repairs that should be done. Buyers are looking for a beautiful, well maintained home. Sellers are usually trying to stick to a budget in order to get into their new home; for this reason the right repairs need
Continue readingShowing Your Cabinets Some Love
Paint: Painting cabinets a new light hue can really brighten up a dark and drab kitchen. Install a plate rack: Putting in a plate rack either above or underneath cabinets adds some interest and is a great way to display any pretty and colorful plates. Put in task lighting: Installing
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What is the project? Do you want one room decorated, is it a downsizing project, do you need help choosing furniture for a room(s), etc? Pinpoint the project you need accomplished and work with your designer to come up with specific goals. Gather inspirational material: Pictures are worth 1,000 words, so try
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Benefits of refinancing Paying off your mortgage early: For example, if you go from a 30 year loan to a 15 year loan without a big increase in your monthly payment, you could save thousands of dollars in interest while quickly increasing the equity in your home. Increase cash flow: Obtaining a
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