You never get a second chance to make a great first impression. Nowhere does this saying strike a greater chord than in the real estate industry, where most buyers jump to a conclusion about a potential home after just one glance.
One way to make your home stand out is to consult with a professional home stager. The idea behind bringing in a stager is creating a positive and memorable first impression to prospective buyers.
Stagers not only help eliminate clutter, but also provide advice on add...
No matter how large your home may be, there’s always one room that’s just a little too small. Luckily, with some quick design tricks, any room can appear larger. Try a couple of these suggestions and watch your room magically expand.
Use lighter paint colors. Paint or wallpaper the ceiling in order to make a room look taller. Install wall-to-wall or floor-to-ceiling bookcases to make the ceilings look higher. Pull furniture away from the walls to create a feeling of spaciousness. Hang mirrors...
Unless you’re living in a custom designed home, you probably wish your bathroom—or your guest bath—was bigger.
Short of pushing out the walls or totally remodeling, home here are eight good tips for making the most of your bathroom space:
Pick the right colors. Save the bright hues for accessories if you like, but paint the walls and choose the flooring to create an illusion of space and serenity. Pale, soft pastel shades are best.
Up the lighting. Adding recessed lighting in the ceiling or ope...
Whether you like to take long weekend trips to nearby locations or go on longer international adventures, travel is a high priority for many people. But while you're away, your empty home can attract unwelcome attention. Here are a few ways you can protect your home while you travel:
Make it look like someone is home
One of the most effective ways to deter burglars is to make it appear like someone is home. Leave on a light or two or set up timers for lights, or use a smart home system to contr...
Looking for a home so cozy you almost want to cuddle with it? The following design elements can create a comforting, warm space that you will never want to leave.
Warm colors.
Add warm colors to your walls, accents, linens window hangings and more to create a cozy vibe inside. Deep orange, rusty reds, buttery yellows and soft off-white colors can all add a “stay at home” vibe to your space.
Plush textures.
From fleecy blankets thrown over every chair, to faux-fur pillows and rugs, having tex...
If you’re always short of cabinet and counter space, it’s time to declutter your kitchen. But that’s a chore that seems to get relegated to “someday.” According to Country Living Magazine, the job may be easier if you know where to start. If you want to give yourself more kitchen space, begin by getting rid of the following:
Your plastic container collection. Most of us have far too many plastic containers haphazardly stuffed somewhere in our kitchens, including those empty deli and margarine c...
Spring is an ideal time to sell a home. It’s a well-known fact that both the number of buyers and inventory increase during the months of April, May, and June. This often means that your house could be paired against stiff competition. Here are some simple real estate tips to help your spring listing stand out!
Stay Ahead of the Home Inspection If you know that a home inspector will find something wrong with your house, it’s advantageous to get it fixed before the inspection. Potential buyers...
